Detailing prices?

Blue Thunder · 09-09-2006, 10:59 PM

Ok so my neighbor wants to hire me to hand detail her volvo station wagon. Now she wants it all done by hand (no buffers) and she wants a lot of work done. She wants:
wash, polish, clay bar, two coats wax, plastic trim dressing, wheels, tires, gaskets, carpet, leather, dash, and windows.
Now this is a lotta work for me to do by myself by hand. My question is she wants to know how much i will charge for all of it. I have no clue what to charge. I was guessing $150, but i'm pretty sure that's way undercutting myself. What do you guys think. It's also a fairly large vehicle.

*Lances03SVT* · 09-10-2006, 07:00 AM

Call around to local detail shop's and see what they are charging in your area.Then beat that price by around $30.

09-10-2006, 07:12 AM

200 at least.

whitethunder46 · 09-10-2006, 08:38 AM

I have a question...

If that was done by a professional with a buffer, How much does it cost in your area for a good polish (1 or 2 coats) and a solid finishing wax. Also include tire shine, wheels, headlights, etc. basically the whole exterior.

This is pointed to everyone.

*03gtmustang* · 09-10-2006, 10:50 AM

You have to factor your expirence level into the price too. If you're a beginner, then you cant charge as much as a place or a pro detailer would. You also have to factor in the products used. Are they top of the line, or are they stuff you can find at Advance Auto. Then you need to factor in the condition of the car. How many coats of polish is it going to take to get rid of the swirl marks, etc.

smg32208 · 09-10-2006, 11:01 AM

since its done by hand id do like 180 plus how ever much u wanna charge her for the claybar cuz that isnt a quick job

Blk02stang · 09-10-2006, 11:25 AM

Local shops in my area charge from $125-$300 depending on vehicle size and condition. I got 2 guy's that i send business to all the time that are doing my car fully detailed for $65!!!!

whitethunder46 · 09-10-2006, 11:29 AM

I was wandering, because I love auto car care. I would love to open my own shop one day specializing in car care and auto detailing. From exterior to interior to engine bays.

I might also add a retail shop also, including products that you can't buy at local chained auto stores. I.E. Poorboys, wolfgang, portercable, and full line of meguiars and turtle wax, etc.

Piledriver · 09-10-2006, 01:12 PM

I would charge her at least $200, I figure 4-5 hours @ $50 per hour.

anavrin0901 · 09-10-2006, 02:06 PM

Yes I would say $200 even for your time and hard work. It would probably cost more elsewhere to have it done so it would be a good deal!

tristang · 01-23-2008, 06:19 PM

at a pro detailer my stang was 175 for the whole outside inside and engine. and he was the best in town so idk 150 might not be bad

PColav6 · 01-23-2008, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tristang

at a pro detailer my stang was 175 for the whole outside inside and engine. and he was the best in town so idk 150 might not be bad

Dude, this thread is over 1 year old. lol

V6_Mustang_Power · 01-23-2008, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PColav6

Dude, this thread is over 1 year old. lol

Lmao

YoungGun'98 · 01-23-2008, 08:10 PM

lol maybe hes still making the decision on wether or not to detail her car?

PColav6 · 01-23-2008, 08:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YoungGun'98

lol maybe hes still making the decision on wether or not to detail her car?

haha.

fyi OP (if you still post)
I wash/clay/wax a car for 50$

Interior on a 2 door car is 40$ for the normal vacuum/carpet cleaning, window clean, stain remove, etc.

tristang · 01-23-2008, 08:32 PM

then y is it at the top of the list?

YoungGun'98 · 01-23-2008, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tristang

then y is it at the top of the list?

lol its at the top of the list now because it has new posts! before you posted it was over a year old. it says at the top left of each post when it was posted

Blue Thunder · 01-24-2008, 12:39 AM

OMG wow this is old....yeah i went ahead and did her car and then two weeks later she totaled it!

V6_Mustang_Power · 01-24-2008, 07:36 AM

lmao^

tristang · 01-24-2008, 04:26 PM

yeah i see the date now. haha

YoungGun'98 · 01-24-2008, 09:26 PM

lol good, even though i get a kick out of it whenever this happens... especially now because after reading it all i really wanted to know what happened. and now i know, she totalled her car

09-09-2006, 10:59 PM	#1 (permalink)
Blue Thunder Speed Demon Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 487	Detailing prices? Ok so my neighbor wants to hire me to hand detail her volvo station wagon. Now she wants it all done by hand (no buffers) and she wants a lot of work done. She wants: wash, polish, clay bar, two coats wax, plastic trim dressing, wheels, tires, gaskets, carpet, leather, dash, and windows. Now this is a lotta work for me to do by myself by hand. My question is she wants to know how much i will charge for all of it. I have no clue what to charge. I was guessing $150, but i'm pretty sure that's way undercutting myself. What do you guys think. It's also a fairly large vehicle. __________________ Bullitt Mods: 4.10 's , Magnaflow Catback, Prochamber (OR), BBK Ceramic Lt's, Custom Tune, MGW Short Throw, SLP Line Lok, MM LCA's, MM XL SFC's, MRT CAI, Steeda UDP'S, Tokicko Illuminas, Steeda Sport Springs, MM CC Plates, X2 Balljoint, Bumpsteer Kit, MSD Coilpacks, Eaton LSD, 31 Mosers, Spec stage 2 clutch, Spec steel flywheel, M/T DR's. Cervini's RA Hood, 04 Cobra F. Bumper, 18" Bullitt Wheels, 20% Tint, HID Kit, Smoked Headlights, Painted interior trim(DHG), Seq. Tailights, Billett Stuff.

09-10-2006, 07:00 AM	#2 (permalink)
Lances03SVT Super Moderator Join Date: May 2005 Location: Carthage, Missouri Posts: 9,306	Call around to local detail shop's and see what they are charging in your area.Then beat that price by around $30. __________________ _______________________ 2003 Cobra SOLD

09-10-2006, 08:38 AM	#4 (permalink)
whitethunder46 Always Detailin' Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 3,556	I have a question... If that was done by a professional with a buffer, How much does it cost in your area for a good polish (1 or 2 coats) and a solid finishing wax. Also include tire shine, wheels, headlights, etc. basically the whole exterior. This is pointed to everyone. __________________ supernissans.net 2001 Mustang GT - Saleen Replica - SOLD 2007 Nissan Sentra 2.0S http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3022272

09-10-2006, 10:50 AM	#5 (permalink)
03gtmustang Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Northern Va Posts: 3,310	You have to factor your expirence level into the price too. If you're a beginner, then you cant charge as much as a place or a pro detailer would. You also have to factor in the products used. Are they top of the line, or are they stuff you can find at Advance Auto. Then you need to factor in the condition of the car. How many coats of polish is it going to take to get rid of the swirl marks, etc. __________________ D&D Auto Detailing -Dan

09-10-2006, 11:01 AM	#6 (permalink)
smg32208 99blkgt Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: North Ridgeville, Ohio Posts: 516	since its done by hand id do like 180 plus how ever much u wanna charge her for the claybar cuz that isnt a quick job __________________ MODS 2000 Cobra R hood Roush stage3 front fascia Eibach prokit 3.73 gears 70mm throttlebody K&N air filter line loc subframe connectors billitt interior dressup kit stainless steel bumper inserts headlight covers 17x9 chrome cobra wheels borla exhaust mac o/r h pipe window tint

09-10-2006, 07:12 AM	#3 (permalink)
zigzaggthefag321 Posts: n/a	200 at least.

09-10-2006, 11:25 AM	#7 (permalink)
Blk02stang I 8urvtec!! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Va Posts: 815	Local shops in my area charge from $125-$300 depending on vehicle size and condition. I got 2 guy's that i send business to all the time that are doing my car fully detailed for $65!!!! __________________ New toys '07 F-150 black on black and completely blacked out! '96 Mitsu eclipse RS: 'jus your average 2nd gen with a small block 331c.i. and a few bolt-on goodies(175shot) and rwd...1st one to be done! SOLD 2004 GT Annv. edition. Custom Exhaust: o/r X pipe: Eibach Sportline full suspension: Clutchmasters stage 4 clutch: K&N filter: Steeda Tri-ax shifter: Mach 1 shift knob: BFG Drag radials: Compucar "nitrous-n-a-bag" 80-shot Stage I, Compucar Wet kit 125shot stage II

09-10-2006, 11:29 AM	#8 (permalink)
whitethunder46 Always Detailin' Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 3,556	I was wandering, because I love auto car care. I would love to open my own shop one day specializing in car care and auto detailing. From exterior to interior to engine bays. I might also add a retail shop also, including products that you can't buy at local chained auto stores. I.E. Poorboys, wolfgang, portercable, and full line of meguiars and turtle wax, etc. __________________ supernissans.net 2001 Mustang GT - Saleen Replica - SOLD 2007 Nissan Sentra 2.0S http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3022272

09-10-2006, 01:12 PM	#9 (permalink)
Piledriver Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 36	I would charge her at least $200, I figure 4-5 hours @ $50 per hour. __________________ 2003 Torch Red Vert 5 speed, Novi 2000, 373's, Magna's Catted X & Mufflers, C&L Intake, 75mm TB, Eibach Sportline Springs & F.L. Subs, MGW Short Throw[Blue], CDC Lightbar, Saleen Hard Tonneau Cover, SS Mesh Inserts In Side & Hood Scoops, 4 Pc. Grillcraft Sportgrill Upper & Lower, 275-40's, Chrome Cobra Rims, Billitt Gas Cap Cover, UPR Wiper Deletes, Antenna Delete, Radiator Cover, Pistol Grip Shifter, MRT Hood Struts, Full Billitt Interior, Other Stuff Too! 411 RWHP... 386 LBFT Torque.

09-10-2006, 02:06 PM	#10 (permalink)
anavrin0901 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Parma, OH Posts: 27	Yes I would say $200 even for your time and hard work. It would probably cost more elsewhere to have it done so it would be a good deal! __________________

01-23-2008, 06:19 PM	#11 (permalink)
tristang Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: pa Posts: 411	at a pro detailer my stang was 175 for the whole outside inside and engine. and he was the best in town so idk 150 might not be bad

01-23-2008, 08:10 PM	#14 (permalink)
YoungGun'98 batman Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 138	lol maybe hes still making the decision on wether or not to detail her car? __________________ Now MAC H-pipe MAC Catback K&N FIPK Motive 4.30's Steeda Tri-ax Future Nitto 555r's Wheels

01-23-2008, 08:32 PM	#16 (permalink)
tristang Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: pa Posts: 411	then y is it at the top of the list?

01-24-2008, 12:39 AM	#18 (permalink)
Blue Thunder Speed Demon Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 487	OMG wow this is old....yeah i went ahead and did her car and then two weeks later she totaled it! __________________ Bullitt Mods: 4.10 's , Magnaflow Catback, Prochamber (OR), BBK Ceramic Lt's, Custom Tune, MGW Short Throw, SLP Line Lok, MM LCA's, MM XL SFC's, MRT CAI, Steeda UDP'S, Tokicko Illuminas, Steeda Sport Springs, MM CC Plates, X2 Balljoint, Bumpsteer Kit, MSD Coilpacks, Eaton LSD, 31 Mosers, Spec stage 2 clutch, Spec steel flywheel, M/T DR's. Cervini's RA Hood, 04 Cobra F. Bumper, 18" Bullitt Wheels, 20% Tint, HID Kit, Smoked Headlights, Painted interior trim(DHG), Seq. Tailights, Billett Stuff.

01-24-2008, 07:36 AM	#19 (permalink)
V6_Mustang_Power Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 1,808	lmao^

01-24-2008, 04:26 PM	#20 (permalink)
tristang Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: pa Posts: 411	yeah i see the date now. haha

01-24-2008, 09:26 PM	#21 (permalink)
YoungGun'98 batman Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 138	lol good, even though i get a kick out of it whenever this happens... especially now because after reading it all i really wanted to know what happened. and now i know, she totalled her car __________________ Now MAC H-pipe MAC Catback K&N FIPK Motive 4.30's Steeda Tri-ax Future Nitto 555r's Wheels

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