Exterior Car Detailing
Say Goodbye to Swirls, Stains & Faded Paint with Exterior Car Detailing in San Jose
How Our Exterior Car Detailing Services Restore Your Paint
Annoyed by dull paint covered in swirls, stains, or grime?
Our Premier Exterior Detail safely restores deep gloss, clarity, and that like-new shine.
Paint Issues Our Exterior Car Detailing Service Solves
- Swirl Mark and Scratch Removal: Remove swirl marks, light scratches, and surface flaws to restore your car’s shine without causing damage.
- Paint Oxidation and Fading Repair: Bring back clarity, depth, and gloss to faded or hazy paint so it looks vibrant again.
- Contaminant and Stain Removal: Remove tough stains like water spots, mineral deposits, tree sap, tar, and stubborn road grime.
We limit our car detailing services to 50 vehicles a day to maintain the highest quality and attention to detail.
Choose from three Premier Exterior Detail levels
LEVEL ONE
ONE STEP POLISHING
3-5 HOURS
REMOVES ~60% DEFECTS
ERASES LIGHT SCRATCHES & SWIRLS
CLEARS UP LIGHT HAZE
REMOVES BONDED STAINS
ADDS GLOSS
STARTING AT $395
LEVEL TWO
TWO STEP POLISHING
4-6 HOURS
REMOVES ~75% DEFECTS
ERASES MEDIUM SCRATCHES & MARRING
CLEARS UP MEDIUM HAZE
REMOVES BONDED STAINS & ETCH MARKS
ADDS GLOSS & CLARITY
STARTING AT $595
LEVEL THREE
THREE STEP POLISHING
6-8 HOURS
REMOVES ~90% DEFECTS
ERASES HEAVY SCRATCHES & MARRING
CLEARS UP HEAVY HAZE
REMOVES BONDED STAINS & DEEPER ETCH MARKS
ADDS GLOSS, CLARITY & DEPTH
STARTING AT $895
Premier Exterior Detail Process
1. AJ Signature Hand Wash
Scratch-free, paint-safe car wash — done 100% by hand.
We wash your car from bumper to bumper, including:
- Paint
- Glass & trim
- Wheels & tires
- Grills & headlights
- And everything in between
2. Clay bar exfoliation
Removes stuck-on contaminants like sap and tar, leaving the paint smooth and ready for polish.
3. Paint Polishing
Machine polish to restore clarity, shine, and gloss.
Choose from 1-step, 2-step, or 3-step correction based on your paint’s condition.
4. Light Interior cleaning
A refined interior refresh to complete the detail.
- Precision dust blowout
- Full interior vacuum
- Wipe-down of dash, console, and most touched surfaces
Leaves your cabin crisp, clean, and fresh.
This Service Is Best For:
✔️ Swirl marks from drive-thru washes
✔️ Faded or neglected paint on older vehicles
✔️ Pre-owned cars needing a refresh
✔️ Anyone looking to restore a “like-new” shine
Bonus:
2 FREE Priority line Exterior Hand Car Washes
Skip the line and maintain that freshly detailed look. Must redeem within 30 days.
Our Exterior Detailing Process
Watch How We Remove Swirls & Scratches
Ceramic Coating in San Jose
Protect Your Paint After Your Exterior Detail
You just restored your paint’s deep gloss and clarity with our Exterior Detail.
Now protect it from the Bay Area sun, water spots, and daily driving with a professional ceramic coating in San Jose.
Best Ceramic Coatings for Cars
Our auto ceramic coatings create a semi-permanent, glass-like barrier that bonds to your paint for unmatched durability and gloss.
Why San Jose drivers choose our ceramic coatings:
- Maximum gloss and a deep, mirror-like finish
- Shields against UV rays, bird droppings, and light scratches
- Keeps your freshly polished paint looking new for years
How it works
Step 0 – Free Paint Assessment
Not sure which detail level you need?
We offer an in-person consultation at our detailing facility to help you choose the right service.

Step 1 – Schedule Your Service
Choose your detail level:
(Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3)
Schedule online or call our team if you prefer speaking to a helpful human!
(408) 947-1111
Step 2 – Drop Off
Pull into our drive-in lanes and check in with a friendly advisor.
Step 3 – Pick Up
Return to a swirl-free, high-gloss finish, brand new looking car.
We’ll text you when your vehicle is ready.
Want to Keep It Looking This Good?
Whether or not you add protection, routine maintenance is key.
✔ One-Time Refresh:
AJ Signature Hand Wash
Is a car wash done 100% by hand — bumper to bumper — for a crisp, swirl-free clean.
✔ Monthly Subscription:
Want to put car washing on auto pilot?
Join our Monthly Hand Car Wash Subscription – safe, professional, and consistent maintenance.
Before & After

