01-18-2022, 09:05 PM | #1 |
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Touchless Car Wash in Scottsdale AZ?
Is there a touchless car wash in Scottsdale, AZ? I haven't found one. I plan to regularly hand-wash my 2022 X3, but just in case...
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01-19-2022, 10:31 AM | #2 | |
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Motor City Auto Wash 17601 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032 If you're in North Scottsdale, it's maybe a 10 minute drive. I don't believe there is a touchless wash in Scottsdale |
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01-19-2022, 10:38 AM | #3 |
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There are handwash places but I am not aware of any automated thouchless ones.
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01-19-2022, 10:52 AM | #4 |
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01-19-2022, 11:03 AM | #5 | |
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There's also one in Fountain Hills which may be closer to you depending on where you are in Scottsdale... |
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01-19-2022, 09:45 PM | #6 | |
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Edited to add: Google found me two in Fountain Hills. Parkview Car Wash and Finish Line Car Wash. The latter was opened 3 months ago, it seems. Last edited by Chrisk-K; 01-19-2022 at 10:06 PM.. |
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01-20-2022, 09:46 AM | #8 |
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I live by Kierland so FH is a bit of a run for me unless I am going to the Mayo Clinic or golf at Eagle Mountain.
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01-22-2022, 06:45 PM | #12 |
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Random question: why do non-touchless (the old brushes) car washes still exist?
i get that the wash company wouldn't want to replace them until they break/wear out. But how come the consumer is willing to let their car paint be beaten up by the brushes? |
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01-28-2022, 08:24 AM | #14 |
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It's not that cut & dry guys. Pros & cons to every wash style. If you google search &/or search on YouTube you'll find plenty of 'con' points of view on touchless systems.
I prefer cleaning in this order: - Hand wash myself @ home - Hand wand pressure & brush wash at self-serve car washes - Brush style automatic car wash places *- Touchless would be my last resort as I've had them blow factory decals off a vehicle I owned in the past & have had friends / coworkers that have had various trim pieces removed from their rides in touchless wash racks. The list of 'cons' as stated by pro detailers & DIY folks alike seems to be these things: - Hard pressure required forces water into places it probably wouldn't otherwise ever be - Touchless systems need to use harsh chemicals in the process - Can force surface dirt across car surfaces under very high pressure
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There are Laser car washes where I live. Nothing but water, soap, and air touch the car. It's not great at removing heavy dirt and brake dust, but when I don't have time to do a full hand wash myself it's a convenient option. They are usually located at either a Chevron or Mobile station.
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I was searching for it and I found out azautodetailing. Their reviews looks good any other recommendations?
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