Professional exterior car detailing service in Dallas TX

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Restore & Protect Your Car's Shine with Expert Exterior Detailing. Say goodbye to dirt, oxidation, and dull paint. Our full exterior detailing service deep-cleans, polishes, and protects your vehicle's body and paint, leaving it spotless, glossy, and safeguarded from the elements.

Pricing table & Key features

Beyond just a clean look, regular exterior detailing protects your car's paint and enhances its longevity.

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Looking for even longer-lasting protection? Explore our Ceramic Coating Service*

  • Pre-Wash & Full Body Washing
  • Clay Bar Treatment
  • Hand Drying & Air Blowing
  • Wheel & Tire Detailing
  • Glass & Mirror Cleaning
  • Final Protection Layer
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Exterior Detailing Price by Vehicle Size

Exterior pricing is based on your vehicle's size - larger vehicles have more panel area, glass, and wheels to wash, decontaminate, and protect. These are starting prices; vehicles with heavy contamination, tar, or oxidation may be quoted after inspection.

Exterior Detailing - Price by Vehicle Size

Sedan / CoupeFrom $149
Midsize SUV / CrossoverFrom $189
Full-Size SUV / TruckFrom $229
XL / OversizedFrom $279
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What Affects Your Final Price

Starting prices assume a vehicle in average condition. Three things move the final number:

Vehicle size. Larger vehicles have more surface area to clean, decontaminate, and protect - the table reflects this.

Condition. Bonded tar, tree sap, bug splatter, etched water spots, or oxidized paint take more time and product to correct safely. We confirm any adjustment with you before starting.

Add-ons. Engine bay cleaning, headlight restoration, leather conditioning, and other extras are priced individually so you only pay for what you need.

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Not sure which size your vehicle is? See the full size breakdown and get an instant estimate, or call (945) 233-7397.

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Benefits of Exterior Detailing

Every time you drive, your car is exposed to dirt, dust, road grime, and environmental contaminants. Over time, these elements dull your paint and accelerate wear. Our exterior detailing service not only removes these impurities but also restores and protects your paintwork, ensuring a long-lasting shine.

Removes Surface Contaminants

Eliminates tar, tree sap, and pollutants that damage paint.

Restores Paint's Depth & Shine

Enhances color vibrancy and clarity.

Prevents Premature Wear

Proper cleaning prevents paint fading and clear coat failure.

Protects Against Environmental Damage

Reduces oxidation and UV damage.

Advanced Techniques

Premium products used to safely clean, polish, and protect.

Mobile Service

We come to your home or workplace. Full convenience.

  • Pre-Wash & Full Body Washing
  • Clay Bar Treatment
  • Hand Drying & Air Blowing
  • Wheel & Tire Detailing
  • Glass & Mirror Cleaning
  • Final Protection Layer
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Our expert exterior detailing restores and protects

Using advanced techniques and premium products to safely clean, polish, and protect your car's exterior.

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"I didn't realize how dull my car had gotten until I saw the before-and-after! Their detailing service brought back the original shine and depth."
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FAQs

A Compilation of questions and answers that could help you. Looking for more answers? See our complete detailing FAQ.

Exterior detailing starts at $149 for a sedan or coupe, $189 for a midsize SUV or crossover, $229 for a full-size truck or SUV, and $279 for XL and oversized vehicles. Pricing is based on size; vehicles with heavy contamination, tar, or oxidation may be quoted after inspection. Get an instant quote with our online price estimate.
Every 2-4 months for most Dallas drivers. Our intense UV, hard water, and construction dust are hard on paint - vehicles parked outdoors or driven through the constant highway construction need protection on the shorter end of that range.
No, but Paint Correction can eliminate swirl marks and minor scratches.
A car wash removes surface dirt, while detailing deeply cleans, restores, and protects your paint.
Yes! We offer both Car Waxing for a deep shine and Sealant for longer-lasting protection.
No, but you can add Engine Detailing as an extra service!
Exterior car detailing is a multi-step process that goes beyond a car wash. It includes hand washing, clay bar decontamination, paint polishing, wax or sealant application, wheel and tire cleaning, window cleaning, and trim restoration. The goal is to remove bird droppings, tar, road grime, oxidation, and hard water spots, and restore the paint to a showroom finish.
Ceramic coating bonds to your clear coat and creates a permanent hydrophobic layer that repels water, bird droppings, tree sap, tar, and UV radiation. Unlike wax which lasts weeks, ceramic coating lasts 3-10 years depending on the package. It reduces the effort needed to keep your car clean and preserves paint gloss long-term.
You can do basic washing, but professional exterior detailing requires specialized equipment. Dual-action polishers, clay bars, professional-grade sealants, and experience with paint correction technique. Improper polishing creates swirl marks that damage the clear coat. For trucks, SUVs, and luxury vehicles, professional detailing protects your investment.
The wax or sealant applied at the end of an exterior detail holds up for roughly two to three months on a garage-kept vehicle, and closer to six to eight weeks on one parked outdoors through a Dallas summer. Heat and UV break down wax faster than anything else in this climate. The clay bar decontamination lasts longer, since it removes bonded contaminants rather than adding a sacrificial layer. If you want protection measured in years rather than months, that is what a ceramic coating is for.
Auto Detailing Aura provides mobile exterior detailing throughout Dallas and the DFW area: Plano, Frisco, Irving, Arlington, McKinney, Garland, Mesquite, Rockwall, Rowlett, and surrounding communities. We come to your home or office with all equipment needed.

Why Dallas Vehicles Need Regular Exterior Care

Dallas vehicles take a beating that drivers in milder climates never experience. The combination of extreme UV exposure, construction debris, and hard water creates a cycle of paint damage that compounds over time if left untreated.

UV and heat damage Texas sun delivers some of the highest UV index readings in the country from May through September. Clear coat oxidation, paint fading, and plastic trim deterioration happen faster here than almost anywhere else. Vehicles parked outdoors along US-75, the DNT, or in open apartment lots in Plano and Irving accumulate UV damage continuously.

Highway debris and brake dust I-635, I-35E, and the constant DFW construction zones throw road grit, tar, and industrial fallout onto every surface. Brake dust from stop-and-go traffic on 75 and the George Bush Turnpike embeds in wheel wells and lower panels within weeks.

Hard water and mineral deposits Dallas municipal water is notoriously hard. Sprinkler overspray and rain evaporation leave calcium and mineral spots that etch into clear coat if not removed promptly. This is one of the most common issues we treat - we cover the chemistry and the removal timeline in our guide to bird droppings, tree sap, and water spot damage.

Regular exterior detailing isn't about vanity. It's paint preservation. A hand wash with clay bar decontamination every 3-4 months removes embedded contaminants before they cause permanent damage. For long-term protection, pair exterior detailing with our ceramic coating service.

Exterior Detailing Process, Step by Step

Every exterior detail follows this sequence. We don't skip steps and we don't rush. The order matters for protecting your paint.

01

Pre-Rinse & Foam Bath

Loose dirt and debris are rinsed away first to prevent scratching during the wash. A thick foam layer lifts remaining particles safely off the surface.

02

Two-Bucket Hand Wash

We wash using the two-bucket method with a pH-neutral car shampoo and microfiber wash mitts. One bucket for soapy water, one for rinsing the mitt. This prevents cross-contamination that causes swirl marks.

03

Clay Bar Decontamination

A detailing clay bar removes bonded contaminants. Tree sap, industrial fallout, tar, overspray. That washing alone cannot eliminate. After claying, the paint feels glass-smooth.

04

Wheel & Tire Cleaning

Wheels and tires are cleaned with dedicated brushes and a non-acidic wheel cleaner that dissolves brake dust without damaging finishes. Tire sidewalls are scrubbed to remove old dressing buildup.

05

Polish & Wax Protection

A light polish removes minor surface haze and enhances gloss. Premium carnauba wax or synthetic sealant is applied for UV protection and hydrophobic water beading. This layer is what keeps your car looking detailed for weeks after.

06

Glass, Trim & Final Inspection

All glass is cleaned inside and out. Exterior trim is dressed with UV protectant. Door jambs are wiped. A full walk-around inspection ensures nothing was missed.

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After our professional exterior detailing, consider adding ceramic coating for years of protection against Dallas heat. Or refresh your interior with interior detailing for a complete transformation.

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We bring our exterior detailing service directly to your location. Home, office, or anywhere across the DFW metroplex.

Dallas · Plano · Frisco · Irving · Mesquite · Seagoville · Arlington · Fort Worth · Garland · McKinney · and all DFW suburbs

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