In Canberra in 2026, a mobile exterior detail runs $110–$140, an interior detail $140–$170, and a full detail (inside + outside) $225–$270 depending on vehicle size. Paint correction starts at $397 and a 3-year ceramic coating starts at $997. These are real, no-surprise prices, not "from" hooks.
Pricing by service and vehicle size
All prices are AUD, mobile service, water and power supplied on site. Ceramic coating and paint correction require a covered garage or workspace.
| Service | Hatch / Sedan | SUV / Ute | 4WD / 8-seater |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Detail | $110 | $120 | $140 |
| Interior Detail | $140 | $165 | $170 |
| Full Detail | $225 | $250 | $270 |
| Paint Correction | From $397 · single-stage · multi-stage quoted on inspection | ||
| Ceramic Coating (3 yr) | From $997 · includes prep, decontamination and coating | ||
Sedan pricing covers most hatches too. 4WD / 8-seater includes LandCruiser, Patrol, Ram, LDV, and full-size 4WDs. Condition- based adjustment of up to $75 applies to genuinely extreme jobs.
What actually changes the price?
Six things move the number up or down. In order of impact:
- Vehicle size. A LandCruiser has roughly double the panel area of a Corolla and takes noticeably longer. Every price above scales with size.
- Interior condition. A tidy interior takes about 1.5 hours to deep-clean. Years of pet hair, sand or spilled milk can double that time, and stains that need multiple steam-extraction passes cost more product too.
- Paint condition. Regular decontamination is priced into every exterior detail. Heavy bonded contamination from parking under trees for two years, or oxidation on an unwaxed daily driver, may push you into paint-correction territory.
- Coating tier. Ceramic coating comes in 3-year, 5-year and 10-year packages. Longer lifespan means more layers, more prep and a longer warranty, expect a step-up of roughly $300–$500 per tier.
- Correction stage. A single-stage correction removes light swirl marks and haze. Multi-stage correction (compound + polish + finishing) is used for deep scratches and heavier defects, usually 1.5–2× the single-stage price.
- Add-ons. Engine bay clean, headlight polishing, plastic trim restoration and overnight leather conditioning are add-on line items, usually $30–$80 each depending on the job.
What isn't extra
- · Travel to your suburb (no call-out fee anywhere in ACT/Queanbeyan)
- · Water and power (we're fully self-contained)
- · Consumables, product, disposal
- · Card or transfer payment fees
See the full service breakdown
Each service page has its own detailed page, including exactly what's included and typical duration:
Pricing FAQ
What's the cheapest option that still counts as a proper detail?+
The exterior detail at $110 (hatch/sedan). It's a genuine two-bucket hand wash with chemical decontamination (iron and tar removal), a spray sealant, wheels, tyres and glass, not a hose-and-shampoo touch-up. If your interior is already tidy, this is the most cost-effective way to keep the outside of the car looking sharp.
Why is a full detail so much more than an automatic car wash?+
An automatic wash takes about ten minutes and removes loose surface dirt. A full detail takes 4–6 hours and includes decontamination, clay bar, interior deep clean, steam extraction, sealant or coating, wheels, glass and trim. You're paying for hours of manual work and product, not a machine cycle. The result also lasts months, not days.
Do you charge extra for pet hair, sand, or a really dirty interior?+
Only if the condition changes the job significantly. A normal-messy family car is priced as-is. Genuinely extreme cases, years of pet hair matted into the fabric, sand through every seam, mould from a leak, we'll flag on inspection and quote a fair adjustment before starting. We don't do surprise invoices.
Is there a travel or call-out fee?+
No. We're mobile everywhere in Canberra and Queanbeyan for the same price. The quote you get is the price you pay.
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