How much is a car wash at Southtown?

A high-pressure spray under the car that rinses salt, mud, and road grime off the frame, suspension, and exhaust. You never see this part of the car, which is exactly why rust gets a head start there. It matters most in winter.

A light protective coat applied over your car's clear coat. It helps water and dirt slide off between washes and keeps the paint from looking dull. It is not a wax, but it is a good everyday layer.

Three colored foam conditioners that cling to the paint, loosen the film left by road spray, and prepare the surface so the protectants that follow bond better. It also looks good through the window.

A water-repellent treatment for the whole exterior, glass included. Water beads up and runs off, which means clearer windows in the rain and a car that stays cleaner longer. It wears off over a few weeks, so members get it refreshed with every wash.

A wheel cleaner applied directly to the wheels to break down brake dust and road grime. Regular wash soap does not cut through baked-on brake dust; this does.

A dressing applied to the tire sidewalls for a dark, even finish. It is cosmetic, and it is what people notice first on a freshly washed car.

Natural carnauba wax applied warm, so it spreads evenly and bonds to the paint. It adds depth and gloss and a layer of protection against water and sun. Wax lasts weeks, not months, which is why Ultimate members come out ahead: it is reapplied every visit.

A spray-on ceramic sealant that bonds to the paint and glass. You will notice tight water beading, a slick feel, and a brighter shine, plus protection against UV, road salt, and grime. To be clear about what it is not: it is not the multi-year coating a detailer installs by hand, and it is not scratch-proof. It is a strong, renewable layer of protection, and it is refreshed every time you wash with Ultimate.