Premium Exterior Detailing in Los Angeles
At Logan’s Auto Detailing & Coating, we provide premium, showroom-level exterior detailing for Los Angeles drivers who want their vehicle to look sharp and stay protected. Our in-shop process goes beyond a basic wash—safely lifting grime, removing embedded contamination, restoring gloss, and finishing with protection that helps your paint resist the harsh Los Angeles environment.
If you’re looking for longer-term protection, exterior detailing is the perfect starting point before services like paint correction and ceramic coating. For higher-tier protection services (ceramic coating and Icon), pickup and drop-off may be available depending on the service and final price—contact us to confirm availability.
Exterior detailing is a professional in-shop cleaning and enhancement service focused on painted surfaces, wheels, trim, and exterior glass.
Unlike a regular wash, exterior detailing targets traffic film and bonded contaminants that dull the finish, then completes the service with a protective spray wax to help maintain gloss and reduce how quickly grime sticks.
- Thoroughly cleans exterior surfaces
We deep-clean the paint, wheels, tires, and exterior trim to safely remove road film, grime, and everyday buildup from Los Angeles driving. - Enhances gloss and shine
We refine the finish so it looks clearer, glossier, and more reflective, without jumping straight into heavy polishing or paint correction. - Removes embedded contamination
Decontamination steps—such as iron removal and clay, when appropriate for your vehicle—help your paint feel smoother and look noticeably cleaner. - Adds short-term protection
We finish with a paint-safe protective spray wax
that helps defend against UV exposure, bug splatter, bird droppings, and regular LA road conditions between washes. - Improves pride of ownership and resale appeal
A clean, glossy exterior makes your vehicle look better day-to-day and helps maintain a well-cared-for appearance over time.
Removes bonded contaminants:
Safely targets tar, sap/nectar, bug residue, and traffic film before they sit on the surface long-term.Enhances gloss (without overpromising correction):
Improves clarity and reflectivity through proper cleaning + decontamination; for swirl/scratch removal, we recommend paint correction.Adds a protective finish:
Leaves a paint-safe spray wax that helps your vehicle stay cleaner between washes and look better day-to-day.
Small Cars
Coupes- Leaf and debris blowout from windshield, trunk, and engine bay
- Pretreatment (uncoated vehicles only)
- Prerinse
- Deep wheel, tire, and well cleaning
- Full-body wash with soaping and agitation
- Iron removal to remove metallic fallout (uncoated vehicles only)
- Clay bar treatment for embedded contaminants
- Tar, sap, bugs, and/or nectar removal
- Exhaust tip cleaning, if applicable
- Final rinse
- High-pressure air drying of hard-to-reach areas
- Fine crevice hand cleaning
- Ceramic spray on windows, body, and wheels ("spray wax")
- Tire dressing
Medium Cars
Sedans and Crossovers- Leaf and debris blowout from windshield, trunk, and engine bay
- Pretreatment (uncoated vehicles only)
- Prerinse
- Deep wheel, tire, and well cleaning
- Full-body wash with soaping and agitation
- Iron removal to remove metallic fallout (uncoated vehicles only)
- Clay bar treatment for embedded contaminants
- Tar, sap, bugs, and/or nectar removal
- Exhaust tip cleaning, if applicable
- Final rinse
- High-pressure air drying of hard-to-reach areas
- Fine crevice hand cleaning
- Ceramic spray on windows, body, and wheels ("spray wax")
- Tire dressing
Large Cars
SUVs & Trucks- Leaf and debris blowout from windshield, trunk, and engine bay
- Pretreatment (uncoated vehicles only)
- Prerinse
- Deep wheel, tire, and well cleaning
- Full-body wash with soaping and agitation
- Iron removal to remove metallic fallout (uncoated vehicles only)
- Clay bar treatment for embedded contaminants
- Tar, sap, bugs, and/or nectar removal
- Exhaust tip cleaning, if applicable
- Final rinse
- High-pressure air drying of hard-to-reach areas
- Fine crevice hand cleaning
- Ceramic spray on windows, body, and wheels ("spray wax")
- Tire dressing
Small Cars
Gold Interior & Exterior Detail- Includes everything from the Gold Interior Package
- Includes everything from the Gold Exterior Package
- Full transformation – best for a showroom-level clean
Medium Cars
Gold Interior & Exterior Detail- Includes everything from the Gold Interior Package
- Includes everything from the Gold Exterior Package
- Full transformation – best for a showroom-level clean
Large Cars
Gold Interior & Exterior Detail- Includes everything from the Gold Interior Package
- Includes everything from the Gold Exterior Package
- Full transformation – best for a showroom-level clean
Our exterior detailing is performed in-shop using professional-grade equipment and paint-safe methods designed for modern clear coats and finishes.
We use specialized tools and products to deep-clean, decontaminate, and finish your vehicle without the shortcuts of a basic wash
- Premium wash system using safe contact wash methods and high-quality microfiber wash media.
- Dedicated wheel and tire brushes/tools to safely deep-clean faces, barrels, tires, and wells.
- Paint-safe chemical decontamination (iron removers) when appropriate for the vehicle’s condition.
- Clay decontamination tools (used only when needed and appropriate for the vehicle/finish).
- Bug, tar, sap/nectar removal products to break down bonded grime safely.
- High-pressure air blowout tools for mirrors, grills, emblems, and tight crevices.
- Paint-safe drying towels and panel-safe final wipe-downs for a clean, streak-free finish.
- Glass-safe cleaners and protection products for exterior windows.
- A premium protective topcoat (ceramic spray / “spray wax” style) to enhance gloss and help the surface stay cleaner between washes.
- Tire dressing for a clean, finished look.
We use only professional-grade products that are safe for your vehicle’s exterior surfaces and effective at removing real-world Los Angeles buildup.
Premium exterior detail process
Designed for maximum cleanliness, gloss, and that true “freshly detailed” finish—not a rushed wash.
Leaf and debris blowout from windshield areas, trunk, and jambs (as needed based on vehicle condition).
Full exterior wash (full-body wash with soaping and proper agitation) and a careful dry.
Deep wheel + tire cleaning, including wheel well agitation/rinse where needed.
Tire dressing for a clean, finished look.
Clay bar treatment (when needed) to remove bonded/embedded contaminants.
Iron removal (when needed) to help eliminate metallic fallout.
High-pressure air blowout of hard-to-reach areas to help prevent drips and clean out tight gaps.
Panel wipe / surface prep to remove residues prior to final protection.
Hand-applied protection (wax/sealant) for added gloss and durability (wax protection is commonly listed as 6–9 months).
Trim and chrome cleaning/polishing for a sharper, more finished exterior (chrome hand polishing available where applicable).
Light spot treatment for common exterior buildup (examples: bugs/tar/sap), when appropriate for the package and vehicle condition (tree sap/tar removal may be limited by size/condition)
Important notes
Please let us know if your car has a coating before we begin service.
If you have scratches or swirls, please enquire about paint correction.
Ceramic coating or Icon Rocklear is recommended for longer-lasting protection, long-term savings, and less maintenance.
Questions / booking
Any questions? Call us at: (424) 467-4469 or (424) 46-SHINY.
We’re an in‑shop detailing team focused on consistent, high-end results—especially on modern clear coats, gloss finishes, matte finishes, and vehicles that need careful decontamination.
Experience that shows in the finish: Over 12 years of exterior detailing and restoration experience, with a process built to be thorough—not rushed.
Paint-safe methods and premium products: We use professional products and techniques designed to clean effectively while minimizing risk to your paint, trim, and wheels.
Detail-first mindset: We treat every vehicle like it’s our own and work panel-by-panel to make sure nothing gets missed.
Right service, right outcome: If you want true defect removal, we’ll guide you toward paint correction; if you want long-term protection, we’ll recommend ceramic coating or Icon Rocklear.
Do you offer mobile exterior detailing?
No—our exterior detailing is performed in-shop so we can control lighting, tools, and finishing quality.
Do you offer pickup and drop-off?
For higher-tier services like paint correction, ceramic coating, and Icon Rocklear, pickup and drop-off may be available depending on the service and final price—contact us to confirm.
How long does an exterior detail take?
Most exterior details take around 3–4 hours depending on size and condition.
Will exterior detailing remove swirls and scratches?
Exterior detailing focuses on deep cleaning and decontamination; for true swirl/scratch removal, we’ll recommend paint correction
Can you detail coated vehicles?
Yes—tell us if your vehicle has a ceramic coating so we can choose the correct decon steps (iron/clay steps vary)
What’s the difference between exterior detailing and ceramic coating?
Exterior detailing is your cleaning + decontamination foundation; ceramic coating is a longer-term protection service applied after proper prep.
Do you remove water spots / sap / tar?
We can address many contaminants during the exterior detail; severe spotting or etching may require an add-on or paint correction depending on what’s needed.
We’re based in Los Angeles and welcome in‑shop exterior detailing clients from across LA and surrounding areas, including:
Westside & Coastal Areas: Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Venice, Marina del Rey, Culver City, Brentwood, Bel Air, Pacific Palisades, Malibu
San Fernando Valley: Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Encino, Tarzana, Woodland Hills, North Hollywood, Van Nuys, Burbank, Glendale, Toluca Lake, Valley Village
Central & East LA: Hollywood, Los Feliz, Silver Lake, Echo Park, Downtown LA, Pasadena, Altadena, La Cañada Flintridge
Not sure if you’re nearby? Contact us to confirm scheduling and availability.