Arlington Auto Detailing

Auto Detailing, Buffing and Polishing, Upholstery Cleaning,

About us

We've moved! Find us at our new shop at 1155R Massachusetts Ave, Arlington. Directly behind Mirak Hyundai. Owner operated expert auto detailing services with over 25 years of auto detailing experience. We give personal care and attention to every detail of your vehicle. Short on time, but trying to squeeze in a detail? Did you know we offer pick-up and drop-off in the local area for a nominal fee? Save yourself the hassle of getting back and forth to the shop and let us pick-up and drop-off your car for you and arrive home to a sparkling clean vehicle! Just ask when you book your service. Servicing Belmont, Arlington, Lexington, Winchester, Somerville and Cambridge. (Live somewhere else? Ask for a quote). 5% discount to Angie's list members.

Business highlights

42 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

We are a full-service, professional auto detailing shop. Exterior services include: Buffing, wax + polish, multi-step paint correction, installations of ceramic coatings and paint protection film. We can also take care of scratch repairs + touch-up, sap removal, pin-striping, headlight reconditioning and door ridge guard installation. Interior services include: Shampoo + vacuum, leather reconditioning, leather + fabric protection, pet hair removal, odor removal and water leak restoration. We offer special services for new vehicle protection and preparation of vehicles for sale or lease turn-in.

Services we don't offer

body work, painting, bumper repair

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9141 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
95%
4
4%
3
1%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 51-75 of 141 reviews

JUDITH & DENNIS K.
08/2013
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
Incredibly detailed work. He worked for 4 hours on my car. It was spotless; incredible work.
Description of Work: It was a Big Deal for $125 for Inside & Outside Auto Detailing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Nini B.
07/2013
5.0
auto detailing, buffing & polishing, car washes
  + 1 more
Fred listened carefully to what I wanted (try to get rid of as much dog fur as possible and make the rest look presentable) and gave me advice on where to spend my money (everyone looks at the interior; don't worry as much about the exterior). We agreed on a price and he threw in a free car wash. It was in the 90s, but Fred and his crew went to work, and he called me when it was done. I've never had a car detailed before so didn't know what to expect, but I was blown away with how gorgeous my old car looked. The tries looked new, the dashboard was spotless and really black, the monster mats also looked new, and the upholstery (including the really faded stuff on the doors that I thought was hopeless) was immaculate. Fred was courteous, professional, and provided an outstanding service. I highly recommend Arlington Auto Detailing.
Description of Work: Detailed and washed a 2002 well-loved but faded VW Jetta wagon I'm selling.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$140

Andrew M.
04/2013
4.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
I liked the quality of service that they offered. I took the vehicle to them and they were available there.
Description of Work: I used Arlington Auto Detailing for auto detailing services.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Dealton S.
04/2013
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
It was a relatively short wait for an appointment. He gave directions for how to find his shop which were easy to follow. After we arrived, he gave helpful suggestions for where we could walk while he was doing the work. All went smoothly and we were very happy with the results.
Description of Work: He detailed a Toyota Prius sedan, inside and outside. The result was immaculately clean.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

DONNA C.
02/2013
5.0
auto detailing, buffing & polishing, upholstery cleaning
  + 1 more
They were excellent. They did a beautiful job on my car. They were accomodating, I was able to come in on a Saturday. Their price was really good, too!
Description of Work: They washed and waxed my car, and shampood the inside.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

CLARE S.
02/2013
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
Because the business was not located near the center of town and I was unfamiliar witht the area, the owner drove me downtown so that I could pass the time. The job took several hours to complete. It was very easy to walk back, I would recommend this business.
Description of Work: The cleaning job was very thorough and the owner was very pleasant to deal with. He advised me on several points about the exterior of my car (how to deal or not deal with dings in the finish). Because the carpeting in my car was really very dirty and had been for a long time (the car is about 9 years old), the stains in the front floor carpeting re-appeared after several weeks. I was surprised --although I gather that it is probably normal. However, I would have liked to have been warned in advance that miracles do not happen.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

STEPHEN K.
02/2013
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
We were very happy. They were prompt, they were all of those good things. They were nice and did a great work.
Description of Work: I used Arlington Auto Detailing for car detailing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Kathy K.
12/2012
5.0
auto detailing, buffing & polishing
  + 0 more
I was very satisfied with the friendly service and the vehicle was like new when returned to me. If I still lived in the area I would go back regularly.
Description of Work: My 2004 Jeep was cleaned and polished inside and out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Claire C.
12/2012
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
Easy to work with (contact and schedule), excellent work and very professional. I will continue to use and refer to this business.
Description of Work: Inside and outside detailing.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Trevor D.
12/2012
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
It was very easy to schedule an appointment, and I did for a day when I would hang out with my children and go to a playground and then to Belmont Center for lunch and ice cream. The drop-off was easy and they called me with news that the car was done within about two to three hours. The job was immaculate and I was very pleased to have a car back that was decontaminated from all the child detritus that had accumulated (there were things in the cracks of those back seats that no person should have to face).
Description of Work: Auto detailing inside and out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

ROBERT Y.
12/2012
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
Dropped the car off, he cleaned the interior and focused on the odor. He even washed and detailed the outside.
Description of Work: Cleaned and detailed my car. I asked him to focus on eliminate the dog odors and he ran a special ionization machine. It came back perfect.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Stephen F.
11/2012
4.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
I received this service more than a year ago. I enjoyed meeting/working with the owner. It is a small operation, and I remember being satisfied but not overly impressed with the level of detail in the cleaning. Nothing that I would bother to ask the operator to redo, but just not as detailed as I had hoped for.
Description of Work: Car detailing inside and outside.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$125

Howard B.
11/2012
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
46I thought they did a great job on my car, inside and out.
Description of Work: I got a full detail from Arlington Auto Detailing using the "big deal" Angie's List deal. This was for the premium package of services as listed on their website.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Laura L.
11/2012
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
Excellent job -my car looks like new! Beautiful and thorough inside and outside cleaning of really dirty car. Good, friendly service. They charged a little extra for removal of pine sap, but did really impressive clean-up job . Realistic estimate of cost before work was done. Price usual for this kind of job. Easy to schedule and close to public transportation. I would definitely recommend them.
Description of Work: Chose the second most complete package - interior and exterior cleaning.'[;;

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Susan O.
11/2012
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
Very good job and very meticulous. Easy to drop it off because it is close tot he center of town.
Description of Work: $125 for Inside & Outside Auto Detailing!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

John R.
10/2012
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
Nothing but A+ service from the initial phone call to pick up!!
Description of Work: Brought my Jeep Liberty to have the interior detailed in advance of selling.... setting up the service was simple and easy... and when my Jeep was there Jim (the owner) told me my inspection was expiring at the end of October and offered to take the Jeep next door to the garage and get it done while it was there... while I paid him the inspection money obviously, this attention to detail and customer service is hard to find!!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$135

Tina B.
10/2012
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
Fred was great. My car was spotless....in addition, my inspection sticker was going to expire, and he took it to the gas station net door to have it renewed. Would go there again in a heartbeat!
Description of Work: Auto detailing, in and out, for SUV with lots of dog hair.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

ROBERT K.
10/2012
4.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
They were responsive in setting up the appointment. There were a few problems with the quality with the work and we are going to be bringing those to their attention. They were very cooperative to deal with.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for Inside & Outside Auto Detailing for Trucks and SUVs! We went to them and they detail cleaned my wife's car.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$150

Edward S.
10/2012
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
The car is part of an estate and has largely been idle for severaal months, dusty with a slight odor. Called to set up an appointment and was offered two dates. I was pleased that they offered Saturday Service and chose a Saturday. Arrived when the shop opened @ 8:30 and went over what they were going to do and cost. He told me it would take approximately 5 hours. He called me just before 1: 00 and said the car was ready for pick up. I went to the shop and we both took a look at the car. Everything was fine and I paid the agreed upon price. He gave me an extra Senior Citizen discount over and above the Angie's price.
Description of Work: Cleaned inside and out. Car looks and smells like new. Very satisfied. Would recommend this provider.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$165

Holly G.
09/2012
5.0
auto detailing, buffing & polishing
  + 0 more
I brought my car to this business's location and waited there while the job was done. The work was done thoroughly and carefully. My car looks great and is protected for the winter! The business's owner did the work and is very knowledgeable about car finishes and the products to use to take good care of a car.
Description of Work: My Acura sedan was cleaned inside and out, including windows, then waxed and buffed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

robert D.
09/2012
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
Great experience from a professional, yet small customer friendly shop. Called on a Friday and dropped off the following Monday. Easy drop off for anyone working in the city as the bus to Alwife (red line) is a short walk away. Will be a repeat customer.
Description of Work: Professional exterior auto detailing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

James T.
09/2012
5.0
auto detailing, upholstery cleaning
  + 0 more
These guys ROCK! They did a beautiful job, did it ontime and were very pleasant. Angie's list coupon made this very cheap.
Description of Work: Full interior detailing including fabric.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Jennifer S.
09/2012
5.0
auto detailing, buffing & polishing
  + 0 more
. I have a dog, and we go to the beach every weekend. The car is 6 years old, and the interior looked like new when they were done. Trust me when I say there had to be literally pounds of sand embedded in those rugs. The interior was really dingy, and I couldn't get it i clean. The exterior, literally did not look like the same car. I park in a city garage, and the car has all the dings that come with that. They were barely visible if at all. The service was prompt, and courteous. I will definitely take the car back again!t
Description of Work: They did an amazing job detailing the inside and outside of my car. The upholstery, carpets, dashboard were all clean. The exterior was washed, waxed, windows clean, tires cleaned, wheels shined.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Susan T.
08/2012
4.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
Even though it was hard to get ahold of Fred to schedule the appointments. He was very flexible when we finally talked to make the appointments. My husband's vehicle is a Scion xB, which is an odd layout of a car. But he did a very good job getting all the spaces in the car. My car was next. Fred took long with my car (about 7 hours). It probably took him longer as I have long hair and it sheds everywhere. We also have a dog that is often in my car. When I got the car back not only did he get every spot, you could not tell if a dog had been in the car or a female with long hair. I would receommend him with the understanding that when you drop off the car, please allow him minimum of 6 hours and make sure to take everything out of your vehicle.
Description of Work: Even though it was hard to get ahold of Fred to schedule the appointments. He was very flexible when we finally talked to make the appointments. My husband's vehicle is a Scion xB, which is an odd layout of a car. But he did a very good job getting all the spaces in the car. My car was next. Fred took long with my car (about 7 hours). It probably took him longer as I have long hair and it sheds everywhere. We also have a dog that is often in my car. When I got the car back not only did he get every spot, you could not tell if a dog had been in the car or a female with long hair. I would receommend him with the understanding that when you drop off the car, please allow him minimum of 6 hours and make sure to take everything out of your vehicle.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Ross G.
08/2012
5.0
auto detailing
  + -1 more
There was a little bit of back and forth on the phone to get the appointment set, but overall they were accommodating. The place is not easy to get to unless you have a ride during non-rush hour or live nearby.
Description of Work: Great Service. I bought an Angie's list coupon for these guys, and they took a car with built up dirt and grime, and had it gleaming when I picked it up. I went from embarrassed to drive my Subaru around to proud. I couldn't be happier with the work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Contact information

1155R Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02476

http://www.arlingtonautodetailing.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

Auto Detailing,
Buffing and Polishing,
Upholstery Cleaning,
Car Washes,
Auto Body Work

FAQ

Arlington Auto Detailing is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Arlington Auto Detailing accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Arlington Auto Detailing offers free project estimates.
Yes, Arlington Auto Detailing offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Arlington Auto Detailing does not offer a senior discount.
No, Arlington Auto Detailing does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Arlington Auto Detailing offers warranties.
Arlington Auto Detailing offers the following services: We are a full-service, professional auto detailing shop. Exterior services include: Buffing, wax + polish, multi-step paint correction, installations of ceramic coatings and paint protection film. We can also take care of scratch repairs + touch-up, sap removal, pin-striping, headlight reconditioning and door ridge guard installation. Interior services include: Shampoo + vacuum, leather reconditioning, leather + fabric protection, pet hair removal, odor removal and water leak restoration. We offer special services for new vehicle protection and preparation of vehicles for sale or lease turn-in.
body work, painting, bumper repair

Contact information

1155R Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02476

http://www.arlingtonautodetailing.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM