A regular car wash takes 10 to 20 minutes and covers surface-level cleaning only. Professional car detailing is a multi-hour to multi-day process that covers every surface of your vehicle inside and out using specialist products, tools and techniques. A full detail at Clean Car Collective typically takes 4 to 8 hours depending on the package. The difference in results is significant, and the protection applied during a detail helps preserve your vehicle's value long-term.

A full car detail covers both interior and exterior cleaning in depth. At Clean Car Collective our full detail packages range, but generally include a complete exterior hand wash and dry, wheel and tyre cleaning, window and mirror cleaning, interior vacuum, crevice detail, plastic protection, and paint sealant. Our Premium Detail also includes clay bar treatment, spot paint correction, engine bay cleaning, and interior shampoo treatment. The exact inclusions depend on which package you choose. We even offer multi-stage paint correction (cut & polish) and ceramic coating protection for Christchurch vehicles.

Our interior-only packages in Christchurch start from $240+GST for a Deluxe Interior, which covers a full vacuum, plastics and crevice detail, high-quality plastic protection, window cleaning and floor mat detail. Our Premium Interior starts from $375+GST and includes a full fabric shampoo, stain extraction, double vacuum and boot detail. For heavily affected vehicles requiring mold remediation or ozone treatment, we provide a custom quote based on the condition of the vehicle.

Paint correction pricing in Christchurch depends on the level of correction required and the size of the vehicle. At Clean Car Collective, a 1-step paint correction starts from $550 plus GST for a small vehicle such as a hatchback or coupe. A 2-step cut and polish, which targets deeper scratches, water marks and oxidation, starts from $900 plus GST. Larger vehicles and those with more severe defects will be priced accordingly. We recommend getting a free quote so we can assess your paint in person.

Ceramic coating pricing varies depending on the product tier, the size of the vehicle, and whether paint correction is carried out beforehand. At Clean Car Collective we offer entry-level, mid-tier and top-tier CarPro certified coating options ranging from $600-1200. Get in touch for a free quote tailored to your vehicle and goals. As a rule, ceramic coating is a significant investment but one that protects your paint for years and dramatically reduces maintenance time and cost.

Yes. Pricing at Clean Car Collective is based on vehicle size, starting from small vehicles such as coupes and hatchbacks and scaling up through sedans, SUVs, utes and vans. Larger vehicles take more time, more product and more labour, so pricing reflects that. When you request a free quote, simply tell us your vehicle make and model and we will give you an accurate price.

For most vehicle owners, yes. Regular professional detailing protects your vehicle's paintwork from UV damage, oxidation and environmental contaminants, preserves interior surfaces, and maintains resale value. A well-maintained vehicle will typically sell for noticeably more than a neglected one. For vehicles being prepared for sale, a professional detail is one of the highest-return investments you can make.

The easiest way is to fill out our free quote form on our website or call us directly. Tell us your vehicle type, what service you are interested in, and whether you prefer mobile, drop-off or workshop. We will come back to you quickly with an accurate price. There is no obligation to book and no hidden costs.