In the South Bay, mobile car detailing runs from about $99 for a maintenance detail to $999 for a full polish and 3-year ceramic coating. Most drivers land in the middle: $120 for a standalone interior or exterior, or $199 for a full inside-and-out detail. Mobile pricing is the same range as a shop, except the detailer comes to your driveway instead of you dropping the car off.
Mobile detailing prices by package
Here is what Daji charges across the South Bay, from Redondo Beach to Long Beach. Prices are for a standard car in normal condition:
- Maintenance Detail, $99 (within 3 weeks of a full detail)
- Classic Interior Detail, $120
- Classic Exterior Bath, $120
- Full Detail (Seasonal Promo), $199 (normally $299)
- Masterpiece Inside & Out, $399 (normally $499)
- Polish & 3-Year Ceramic Coating, $999 (normally $1,200)
A 6-month ceramic add-on is $100, clay bar is $100, and a one-step polish is $199. You only pay for what your car actually needs, and we quote any add-on before we start, never after.
What changes the price
Three things move the number. Vehicle size: a compact SUV or pickup adds $20, and a 3rd-row SUV, van, or XL truck adds $45 for the extra time and product. Condition: heavy pet hair ($45), deep stains ($40), beach sand, or extreme buildup may need an add-on or a longer booking. Protection level: a wax-and-seal is included, but a 6-month or 3-year ceramic coating costs more because it lasts far longer.
Coastal cars in cities like Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Manhattan Beach often need iron decontamination or sand removal that an inland car wouldn't, so a beach-city detail can run slightly higher than the base price.
Is mobile detailing more expensive than a shop?
No. The price is about the same as a fixed-location detail shop. What you save is the trip, the drop-off, and the waiting room. Daji brings a 50-gallon water tank and an on-board generator, so there is no surcharge for coming to you, and you don't have to be home as long as the car is accessible.
How to pay less over time
If you keep one car clean year-round, a prepaid maintenance plan is the cheapest path: 6 washes for $540, 12 for $1,020, 24 for $1,920, or 48 for $3,600, saving 10% to 25% versus paying per visit. First-time clients also get 20% off their first detail.
Frequently asked
How much does a basic car detail cost?+
A standalone interior or exterior detail is $120 for a standard car. A full inside-and-out detail is $199 (normally $299). A quick maintenance detail is $99 if you've had a full detail within the last 3 weeks.
Do you tip a mobile car detailer?+
Tipping is never expected, but it's appreciated for great work. Most clients who tip add 10% to 20% on a standard detail. The quoted price already covers the full job.
Why is ceramic coating so much more than a regular detail?+
A wax-and-seal lasts weeks; the $999 Polish & Ceramic package includes full paint correction and a coating rated for 3 years. You're paying for multi-stage machine polishing and long-term protection, not just a clean finish.
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