6402 E McKinley Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404 Open 9am–6pm (564) 235-4652
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Car detailing and ceramic coating in Tacoma

A highly rated auto detailing shop in Tacoma, with 67 five-star Google reviews from happy clients. Expect honest advice, clear updates, and a vehicle that looks new when you pick it up.

5.0 from 67 Google reviews

Tacoma's full detail and ceramic coating experts

Black Jeep Wrangler in the bay with a cart of detailing supplies

Full detail

from $299

For the car that needs a real reset, including stains, smells, pet hair, and years of daily use.

  • Steam cleaning
  • Shampooed carpets
  • Plastics cleaned
  • Full vacuum
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Shampoo and interior results from our shop

Tan cloth back seat covered in water stains before shampooingBefore
The same tan cloth back seat after steam cleaning and shampoo at our Tacoma shopAfter
Water stains on a cloth back seat
Black leather back seat and carpet covered in pet hair before detailingBefore
The same back seat and floor with the pet hair removed after an interior detailAfter
Pet hair on leather seats and carpet
Driver's floor mat and carpet covered in dirt and debris before detailingBefore
The same driver's area clean and vacuumed, with a paper floor mat in placeAfter
Dirt and debris ground into the carpet
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Lowered white pickup with hexagon shop lights reflecting in its polished paint

Ceramic coating

from $699

For paint you want to keep looking like this. We correct the finish first, then seal it in.

  • 2-step paint correction included
  • 5-year ceramic coating protection
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Starting prices vary with vehicle size and condition. We confirm your price before any work starts.

5.0

67 Google reviews, every one of them five stars.

“Best Detailing Service Around”Lobo Roofing, company and personal vehicles
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Why Tacoma drivers keep coming back

  • Stains and a lingering odor that seemed permanent came out completely, and Gael walked through the whole plan before starting.

    Luis Jimenez Full detail

  • Candy-sticky seats and floors were brought back in about three hours for $299, with no upcharge for the extra spots.

    Val 2018 BMW X2

  • A very dirty car got an honest assessment without judgment, steady updates over four hours, and came back looking new.

    Judy Ferraz 2018 Mini Cooper

  • Booked for the very next day, kept up to date throughout, and got a check-in the day after to make sure all was well.

    M. Gonzalez Interior and exterior

Summarized from their public Google reviews.

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Gael, owner of Prime Car Detail, standing in the Tacoma shop under the hexagon lights

Meet Gael, born and raised in Tacoma

I'm Gael, the owner, and I've been detailing cars for 5 years. Prime Car Detail is a licensed shop, and my name is on the shirt and on every job that leaves it.

You'll get a straight answer about what your vehicle needs and what it'll cost. No judgment if it's a mess, either. That's the job.

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Real cars, real results from our shop

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How it works

  1. Send your details Fill out the form or call us, and tell us what's bothering you about the vehicle.
  2. Drop it off Bring it to the shop. We'll look it over with you and confirm the price before starting.
  3. Pick it up We'll keep you updated during the work and let you know when it's ready.

Common questions

How much does a car detail cost in Tacoma?

Our full detail starts at $299 and ceramic coating starts at $699. The final price depends on your vehicle's size and condition, and we confirm it before any work starts.

Do you come to me, or do I bring my car to the shop?

We work out of our shop at 6402 E McKinley Ave in Tacoma, so you drop your vehicle off and pick it up when it's done.

How long does a detail take?

Plan on several hours. It depends on the size and condition of your vehicle, and we'll keep you updated while we work so you know when to come back.

Can you remove stains, odors, and pet hair?

Those are some of the most common jobs we see. Tell us what's going on in the quote form and send photos if you have them, and we'll give you an honest answer about what can come out.

Are you licensed?

Yes, Prime Car Detail Tacoma is a licensed business, owned and run by Gael, who was born and raised in Tacoma.

Serving Tacoma and nearby cities

Our shop is in Tacoma, and drivers come to us from across Pierce County and south King County.

Get your free quote today

Fill this out and we'll get back to you with a price and the next open time. Prefer to talk? Call or text (564) 235-4652.

6402 E McKinley Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404
Open 9am–6pm
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