Car Detailing Oxfordshire
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Oxfordshire Car detailing & Paint Protection Specialists
Car detailing is a unique art form that we thrive on and take immense pride in. After 20 years in the car care industry, our techniques and skills have evolved to enable us to offer the very best professional car detailing services.
Whether you’re looking to rejuvenate your vehicle’s appearance or maintain its pristine condition, entrust Exclusive Car Care to provide an unparalleled detailing experience.
Our Oxfordshire car detailing services are carried out in our temperature-controlled studio, utilising the latest technology and products that are continually sourced to ensure we remain industry-leading.
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Car Detailing Treatments
Our experience, skilled craftsmanship and comprehensive car detailing services guarantee that your vehicle will be restored to or above showroom condition.
New Car Detail
Machine Polish & 5 Year Ceramic Coating
Our New Car Detail is designed for brand new cars with under 2,000 miles.
The car is meticulously cleaned and free from bonded contaminants before undergoing a single-stage machine polish to enhance gloss levels and remove fine swirl marks or imperfections in the paintwork. The paintwork is then protected with a 5 year guaranteed ceramic coating.
Includes the professional application of Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light, which comes with a five-year guarantee.
Option to upgrade to Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra 9 Year Coating.
Please visit New Car Protection Packages for more information on this service.
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Signature Deep Clean
Exterior Deep Clean
This package is our one-day transformation, focusing on a deep clean of the exterior.
All exterior surfaces, including doors and boot shuts, are cleaned and chemically decontaminated of iron fallout, tree sap, and tar. We then apply a 6-month sealant to the paintwork and wheels, making maintenance easier and ensuring your vehicle is ready to tackle even the harshest seasons of the year.
what’s included:
- Wheels cleaned
- 2 bucket hand wash
- Decontamination using iron fallout remover and clay bar
- Paintwork glazed
- Paintwork sealed with wax or sealant
- Tyres dressed
- Glass cleaned
- Interior wiped down and vacuumed
Enhancement Detail
1 Stage Machine Polish
Our entry-level detailing package includes a thorough decontamination and a light machine polish. It will leave your vehicle feeling smooth and restore the gloss and brilliance of your paintwork, removing light swirl marks.
what’s included:
- Wheels cleaned
- 2 bucket hand wash
- Decontamination using iron fallout remover and clay bar
- 1 stage machine polish
- Includes Paint Sealant
- Tyres dressed
- Glass cleaned
- Interior wiped down and vacuumed
OPTIONAL UPGRADE: Gtechniq Ceramic Coatings
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Enhancement Plus Detail
2 Stage Machine Polish
The service aims to eliminate a high percentage of swirls and other defects from paintwork. It includes two stages of machine polishing to remove up to 80% of paint defects.
What’s included:
- Wheels cleaned
- 2 bucket hand wash
- Decontamination using iron fallout remover and clay bar
- 2 stage machine polish
- Includes Paint Sealant
- Tyres dressed
- Glass cleaned
- Interior wiped down and vacuumed
OPTIONAL UPGRADE: Gtechniq Ceramic Coatings
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Correction Detail
Multi-Stage Machine Polish
Recommended for poorly maintained vehicles with severe paint defects and heavy swirl marks.
We significantly improve the finish by removing up to 95% of paint defects, bringing out the best of a used car and restoring it to look as new as possible.
what’s included:
- Wheels cleaned
- 2 bucket hand wash
- Decontamination using iron fallout remover and clay bar
- Multi-stage machine polish
- Paint Sealant
- Tyres dressed
- Glass cleaned
- Interior wiped down and vacuumed
OPTIONAL UPGRADE: Gtechniq Ceramic Coatings
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Optional Extras
Interior Deep Clean
This is the ultimate deep clean of your car interior, leaving it looking, feeling, and smelling refreshed. High-quality products and equipment safely clean all delicate areas of upholstery. Prices for this package vary depending on the condition.
Price from £100
Wheel Protection
We remove your alloys and give them a thorough deep clean, both inside and out. This removes all possible brake dust, tar spots, and general dirt. Once cleaned, they are ceramic-coated with Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour, making routine washing easier.
Price £160
Engine Bay Clean
An engine bay clean is the finishing touch to a perfectly cleaned car. We use a gentle degreaser and steamer to remove dirt, grease, and oil buildup. Once thoroughly dried, all the plastics are dressed.
Price from £60
Fabric Roof Clean
Over time, convertible fabric tops discolour as dirt and algae build up. Our cleaning process releases the dirt and algae to restore the fabric’s colour. The fabric is then treated with a protective water and dirt-repellent coating.
Price from £130
Other Services
Paint Protection Film
Gtechniq Ceramic Coatings
New Car Protection
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth taking The Dealers Protection Package?
Unfortunately, not in most cases. Main dealers are car sellers with zero interest in protecting your car. All they care about is number crunching, and even when they say they will chuck it in for free, it’s not.
The valeters at main dealers are not given the right amount of time to carry out such work to a high standard, and most are not even trained properly to apply ceramic coatings.
We would advise against having the dealer apply anything to your vehicle and recommend seeking a professional such as ourselves if you want a proper job carried out.
Why Should I Get My New Car Detailed?
It is a common misconception that a brand-new vehicle is perfect.
The dealership’s usual practice is to do a “make ready” prep before handing the car to the customer. The problem with this is dealerships will always use the fastest and most cost-effective way to prep the car, which inevitably puts imperfections such as swirl marks and scratches into the paintwork.
In most cases, new cars need machine polishing to remove paint imperfections, such as machine buffer trails and sanding marks left behind from the production line, to bring the gloss and clarity to their full potential.
Ceramic Coating VS Paint Protection Film?
Car owners often choose between ceramic coatings and paint protection films (PPF) for automotive paint protection.
Both options offer robust protection for a vehicle’s exterior but differ significantly in their application, durability, cost, and the level of protection they provide. Understanding these differences can help car owners make an informed decision that best suits their needs.
Durability
Ceramic Coating: Known for its long-lasting protection, a high-quality ceramic coating can last anywhere from 2 to 9 years, depending on the product and maintenance. It chemically bonds with the vehicle’s paint, providing a durable layer that resists environmental contaminants and UV rays.
Paint Protection Film (PPF): PPF offers a physical barrier between the car’s paint and the environment. It’s incredibly durable and can last up to 10 years with proper care. Unlike ceramic coatings, PPF is a thicker, clear film that can absorb impacts from small rocks, road debris, and minor scratches, self-healing minor marks when exposed to heat.
Cost
Ceramic Coating: While the upfront cost can be significant, the investment is often justified by the coating’s longevity and the reduced need for frequent applications. Prices vary based on the quality of the coating and the size of the vehicle.
Paint Protection Film (PPF): Generally, PPF is more expensive than ceramic coatings due to the material cost and the labour-intensive application process.
However, its longer lifespan and physical protection capabilities can make it a cost-effective solution for those looking to protect their vehicle from physical damage over many years.
Level of Protection
Ceramic Coating: Provides excellent protection against chemical stains, oxidation, UV damage, and hydrophobic properties that make cleaning easier. However, it does not offer physical protection against dings, dents, or scratches.
Paint Protection Film (PPF): Offers superior physical protection, shielding the paint from chips, scratches, and stains. Its thickness serves as a barrier against various forms of physical damage. PPF also provides some level of UV protection but is primarily sought after for its ability to protect against physical impacts.
Aesthetic Appeal
Ceramic Coating: Enhances the vehicle’s appearance by adding a glossy, slick finish that makes the colour pop and the surface easier to clean.
Paint Protection Film (PPF): Maintains the original look of the vehicle’s paint by offering a virtually invisible layer of protection. Some PPF options also come with a glossy finish to mimic the aesthetic enhancements of ceramic coatings.
Utilising the best products and safest techniques, we can elevate paint in any condition to a new level of clarity and shine without compromising the paint thickness.
Will A Ceramic Coating Prevent Stone Chips & Scratches?
The scratch resistance and hardness of a ceramic coating are often exaggerated; a coated vehicle will still pick up scuffs, stone chips and scratches. Furthermore, improper car washing techniques or automated car washes will still induce marring and swirl marks on your vehicle’s surface.
A ceramic coating is not a substitute for paint protection film, which provides a more comprehensive form of defence against swirl marks, scratches, vandalism, stone chips, and other road debris damage.
Our combined ceramic coating and paint protection film services will provide the ultimate protection for your car!
What Are The Benefits Of Having My Car Detailed?
Gives your car a fresh lease of life with rejuvenated paint:
Professional detailers know exactly how to remove or reduce existing etching, scratches, swirls and oxidation using machine polishing techniques. They make sure that your vehicle remains in great condition for a long time to come.
Stunning finish with quality detailing:
Look at any detailed car and you will certainly be impressed with the amazing finish. Even if you have been looking after your car regularly, there will be a marked difference and your car will look better after being through a professional car detailing service.
Ease of maintenance:
A car that has been detailed by professionals has a slick exterior that repels dirt and dust. The sparklingly clean exterior is a result of extensive protective treatments and decontamination procedures. This makes maintenance very easy as the car tends to stay clean for longer periods of time.
Keeps your car in immaculate condition:
By opting for professional car detailing services, you give your car long-term protection. Professionals remove contaminants that can damage areas like chrome, leather, paint and vinyl. They also seal the areas preventing further contamination and ensuring that your car remains in top condition.
Increases re-sale value:
In the pre-owned market, a well-maintained vehicle makes all the difference. Thus, if you happen to go for timely and regular detailing services, your vehicle will not only age gracefully but will also fetch you a higher resale value owing to its good looks and maintained finish.
What Is Paint Correction?
Paint correction is a long and labour-intensive process which will remove defects and imperfections in paintwork such as swirls marks, scratches, buffer trials, sanding marks, oxidation and etching from bird droppings.
Utilizing the best products and safest techniques, we’re able to take paint in any condition to a whole new level of clarity and shine, without compromising the paint thickness.
We can usually guarantee full correction of > 95% of paint defects present (subject to paint depth and defect severity) with the process taking on average 20 – 40 hours to complete.
Paint correction can often eliminate the need for an expensive re-spray and often restore the paintwork to a level that is above the original factory finish.
After our paint correction process clarity will be restored and you will notice that light will be perfectly reflected and the colour of the vehicle is greatly enhanced leaving a breathtaking finish, in some cases leaving it in better condition than the day your vehicle left the factory.
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Tell us about your car and what you would like doing, and we will come back to you with a tailored quote within one working day.