Average full detail cost?

Hmmm a vehicle that size. Lets say you wanted it lookin the best it can possibly look.

Well i would have to inspect it first and do a test panel = free.

Then lets say it was in bad condition and after the inspection and test panel i decide it needs 3 step polish, sealant and then a nuaba i would charge $300-$400.



This would also include rims, tires, wheel wells etc

I also would do a quick vaccum and wipe down of the dash and all plastics etc.



I do engine bays but for only a select few people and i make that a job in itself.
 
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WOW!!! how doees anyone let their ferrari get in that condition....its so much cheaper to maintain rather than correct in most cases....geesh!!!
 
Wow! This has been really informative and interesting. Actually, I would have thought the average price would have been a little higher considering the time, overhead, etc,.

Not as high as the work on the Ferrari, even though the paint maybe needed 2 to 3 step polishing.

I really appreciate all the candid observations/information, thank you all.

Changeling



The only thing I found bad was the advertised "White Trash", dude you need to get a grip on life and change that message, just my opinion!
 
MichaelM said:
A recent survey taken by the magazine "Auto Laundry" stated the average full detail price by those polled to be $190 and change, FWIW.
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How many steps & equipment would this include? I remember reading one of the Professional Washing Associations saying for basic cleaning/minor protection the National Average was 160, this is non paint correction!
 
Changeling,

the average here in MA is around 175.00 - 250-00 (this is for fixed locations). Mobile is a slightly different story on average I'll quote no less than 225.00 and the highest thus far has been 450.00 , as any business should, I base my prices on my operational cost.
 
As you can clearly see, the average price charged for a full detail detail can vary from one detailer to another and from one location to another. Your prices should not be based solely on the prices of other detailers. It is okay to know what they charge, however, you should not base your prices on that fact alone.



In order to cover expenses and stay in business you should consider pricing your detailing services somewhere between what you want to make and what you actually need to make in order to cover expenses, make a reasonable profit and stay in business.



In order to do this, you will need to have a clear understanding of how much money you need to make per hour. The amount of money you need to make per hour will become your hourly rate. Once you know your hourly rate, you can then estimate how long you think an average detailing job will take to complete. This information will give you a clear picture of how much you will need to charge.



From a business standpoint, it is important to make sure all of your jobs are priced according to your hourly rate. Whether you are detailing a large vehicle or a mid-size car, the key is to always base your prices on your hourly rate. That is the true key to pricing.
 
brwill2005 said:
As always, good information Frank; but what is your price?
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Brad,



Actually, my prices work out very similar to between the $225 and $250 you charge for a full detail of an average size car. Basically, I aim for an hourly rate of $60 per hour. And since the average vehicle takes about four hours to complete, that is an average of about $240.



Of course, you should always take into consideration all of the other things such as travel time (for mobile detailers), the size, age and condition of the vehicle. These factors will all affect the total amount of time needed to get the job done.
 
SilvaBimma said:
How many steps & equipment would this include? I remember reading one of the Professional Washing Associations saying for basic cleaning/minor protection the National Average was 160, this is non paint correction!
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Not sure if you noticed, but in the southern US, it was closer to $135.
 
Wash/Clay/Polish (1step)/Wax or Seal/Interior - $220



This service includes all the trim dressed.. chrome polished.. the works.



Larger vehicles + $35

Smaller vehicles - $25



Second stage polish + $35

For both wax and sealant + $15



If the carpets are bad and require every square inch scrubbed and extracted. + $25
 
Joe you do superior work Im sure the owner was glad to pay your price couldnt repaint that for that money.

Seeing that lamp on the rear screen makes me nervous having dinked a roof with the heel of a pc once no disrespect intended.

My full valet here in the UK would start 150/170 more for larger and more soiled cars as every one.

Very few of us over here can match what you manage to charge ,but I think we are getting closer I stand my ground on price and say if your not happy you dont pay .
 
brwill2005 said:
Wow, $60 per hour. I would love to get to the point where I can charge that type of labor rate.
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As a professional detailer, all you need to do is go out there and find those people who are willing (and able) to pay you what you need to make in order to operate business. Once you figure out exactly what you need to make per hour, then it is just a matter of going after that segment of the market who can afford your services.
 
I agree 100% with Frank, I even shoot for the same hourly rate. If you do good work, people will pay it. Don't be afraid to charge what you're worth.
 
i tend to shoot for 30 an hour right now...and that is tough to get in OC with all the competition and low ballers....I can imagine trying to charge 60/hr, i would get laughed at!!!! :lol
 
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