People love clean cars. They hate cleaning them. Cash in.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Buckets, wash mitts, microfiber towels | $25-50 |
| Car shampoo, wax, tire shine | $20-45 |
| Interior cleaner + protectant | $15-30 |
| Portable vacuum (or use client's) | $30-80 |
| Glass cleaner + detail brushes | $10-25 |
| Spray bottles + organizer caddy | $10-20 |
| Flyers and business cards | $10-25 |
| Total | $120-275 |
Start with the basics: two-bucket wash method supplies, microfiber towels, interior cleaner, glass cleaner, and tire shine. You do NOT need a fancy buffer or ceramic coating to start. Those come later.
Practice on family and friends' cars. Get your process down: exterior wash, dry, wax, interior vacuum, wipe surfaces, clean glass, dress tires. Time yourself -- a full detail should take 1.5-2.5 hours.
Create 3 tiers: Quick Wash ($30-50), Full Detail ($75-120), Premium Detail ($150-200+). Having clear packages makes it easy for customers to choose and for you to upsell.
Text everyone you know: "Starting a mobile car detailing business. I come to you, clean your car while you relax. First detail is 20% off. Who's in?" This alone can book your first week.
Facebook Marketplace, Nextdoor, and community groups are your best friends. Post before/after photos with every detail. People love seeing dirty cars get transformed.
Start with text messages, then consider a simple Google Form or scheduling link. Make it easy for people to book you. Respond fast -- the first detailer to reply usually gets the job.
Exterior hand wash + dry + tire shine. 30-45 minutes. Good for maintenance clients.
Full exterior wash + wax + complete interior (vacuum, wipe, glass, dress). 1.5-2 hours.
Everything in Full Detail + clay bar, paint sealant, leather conditioning, engine bay. 2.5-3.5 hours.
Copy these templates, fill in your details, and start marketing today. Every template is tested and proven.
YOUR CAR DESERVES BETTER THAN A GAS STATION WASH. Mobile Car Detailing -- I Come to You! • Quick Wash from $30 • Full Detail from $75 • Premium Detail from $150 Book today, clean car tomorrow. Call/Text: [Your Phone]
Another ride looking brand new! Full interior + exterior detail on this [Car Type]. Took it from dusty to showroom in 2 hours. Want yours done? DM me or text [Number]. I come to your driveway! #cardetailing #mobiledetail #[YourCity]
"Hey [Name]! I just started a mobile detailing business where I come to your house and make your car look brand new. I'm offering 20% off first details this week. Want me to save you a spot? I can do [Day] or [Day]."
Your car could use some love! Mobile detailing -- I come to you. Full details from $75. Text [Name] at [Number] for a free quote!
Five designed Instagram posts with captions, a 3-slide carousel, a print-ready flyer, a professional pricing sheet, and a 7-day launch calendar. Everything pre-written — swap in your number and city, and start posting today.
Screenshot the post to save it as an image. Hit "Copy Caption" to grab the text. Replace the placeholders before posting.
Post as a 3-image Instagram carousel and prompt followers to swipe. Works great pinned to the top of your profile.
My services, all in one place 📦 Swipe to see what's included in each package — from a quick exterior shine to a full premium detail. All packages: I come to you, professional products, before/after photos. DM me or text [YOUR NUMBER] to lock in your spot! 📍 [Your City] #cardetailing #mobiledetailing #[YourCity] #carcare
Print at half-sheet (5.5" × 8.5") for door hangers, bulletin boards, and parking lot windshields. Open print view → File → Print → Save as PDF.
Hand to clients in person or post to your Stories highlights. Open print view → File → Print → Save as PDF.
Follow this for 7 days straight. You'll have real followers, real DMs, and probably your first booking before Day 7.
Just launched [Your Business Name] 🚗✨ Mobile car detailing in [Your City] — I come to you. To celebrate, I'm offering 20% off first details this week only. Text me at [YOUR NUMBER] to grab a slot! #newbusiness #cardetailing #mobiledetailing #[YourCity]
How often do you actually wash your car? 😅 [Poll: Weekly 🚿 / Honestly… never 😭] DM me for a free mobile detail quote! 🚗
No more drive-throughs that leave water spots. No more waiting at the dealership. I come to your driveway, apartment, or office parking lot. You keep working. I handle the car. 🚗 Text [YOUR NUMBER] for a free quote — same-day or weekend slots available! 📍 [Your City] #mobiledetailing #[YourCity] #cardetail
60 seconds of satisfying detail work 🧽✨ Full interior refresh — vacuum, wipe-down, glass clean, tire dress. Under 2 hours start to finish. Your car can look like this. Text [YOUR NUMBER] to book! 📍 [Your City] #cardetailing #satisfying #mobiledetailing #beforeandafter
My services, all in one place 📦 Swipe to see what's included — from a quick exterior shine to a full premium detail. DM me or text [YOUR NUMBER] to lock in your spot! 📍 [Your City] #cardetailing #mobiledetailing #[YourCity]
This or that for your car? 👇 [Option A: Quick Wash $35 — 45 min] [Option B: Full Detail $99 — 2 hrs] Which would you book? DM me — I'll fit you in this weekend! 🚗
Week 1 of [Your Business Name] in the books 🙌 [Add a real stat: "Completed X details", "Made $XXX", "Got X new clients" — people love honesty] This weekend: Full Detail for $75 (normally $120). Only 3 slots. Text [YOUR NUMBER] if you want in 🚗 📍 [Your City] #cardetailing #entrepreneur #weekendspecial #[YourCity]