Onyx Auto Spa — Scottsdale & Phoenix

Exterior Detailing

A proper exterior detail goes far beyond a wash. Foam pre-soak, clay-bar decontamination, sealant, and wheel/tire restoration — all at your location.

From $195

Most car washes do more harm than good. Brushes mar paint, recycled water leaves spots, and the wax sprays don't actually protect anything. A real exterior detail starts with proper chemistry, two-bucket wash, and decontamination — and finishes with a sealant or wax that actually lasts.

Onyx Auto Spa's exterior detail is the right monthly or quarterly service for any vehicle that doesn't have a fresh ceramic coating — and a great maintenance program for any that does.

Why It Matters

Benefits of Exterior Detailing

Touch-Free Foam Pre-Soak

Loosens and lifts dirt before any contact, dramatically reducing wash marring.

Two-Bucket, Microfiber Method

Dedicated wash and rinse buckets with grit guards — never reusing dirty water on your paint.

Clay-Bar Decontamination

Removes embedded contaminants — overspray, rail dust, fallout — that washing alone won't lift.

Wheel & Tire Detail

Iron-decontaminated wheels, dressed tires, and cleaned wheel wells. Often skipped — never by us.

Sealant or Spray Wax

Long-lasting hydrophobic protection that beads water for weeks, not a single rain.

Our Process

Every appointment follows the same careful, documented process — no shortcuts.

1

Foam Pre-Soak

Touch-free foam cannon to lift surface dirt and grit.

2

Two-Bucket Hand Wash

Dedicated wash mitts, microfiber, and grit guards.

3

Iron & Clay Decon

Iron remover and clay bar to pull embedded contaminants out of clear coat.

4

Wheels, Tires, & Trim

Full wheel face and barrel cleaning, tire dressing, and exterior trim restoration.

5

Sealant & Final Dry

Hydrophobic sealant or spray wax, then a microfiber/deionized water final dry.

Ideal For

Monthly maintenance for daily drivers
Pre-event quick refresh
Vehicles between full corrections or coatings
Anyone who refuses to use an automatic wash again

Exterior Detailing FAQ

Is this the same as a regular car wash?

No. A car wash is a 10-minute rinse. An exterior detail includes decontamination, wheel/tire restoration, sealant, and care for trim and glass — and takes 1–2 hours.

How often should I get one?

Monthly for uncoated daily drivers, quarterly for coated or garaged vehicles. We offer recurring plans at a discount.

Do you bring your own water?

Yes — fully self-contained mobile rig with filtered water and power. No hose or outlet needed.

Ready to Book Your Exterior Detailing?

Onyx Auto Spa comes to your home or office anywhere across the Phoenix metro. Fully self-contained mobile service, every time.

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Pair services for the best results — most clients combine paint correction with ceramic coating.

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