WRC Collision provides professional auto detailing in North Hollywood starting at $150 for exterior detail and up to $500+ for full paint correction with ceramic coating. Services include hand wash, clay bar decontamination, machine polish, interior deep cleaning, leather conditioning, and professional-grade ceramic coating lasting 2-5 years. Located at 6926 Lankershim Blvd. Call (818) 765-8500.
A truly detailed vehicle goes far beyond a standard car wash. At WRC Collision in North Hollywood, our professional auto detailing services restore and protect your vehicle's finish inside and out. Whether you want to maintain a showroom shine, correct years of swirl marks and scratches, or protect your investment with long-lasting ceramic coating, our detailing team delivers meticulous results that transform your driving experience. We detail everything from daily drivers to exotic supercars, applying the same attention to detail regardless of the vehicle.
Exterior Detailing
Our exterior detailing service is a comprehensive multi-step treatment that addresses every surface of your vehicle's exterior. The process begins with a thorough hand wash using pH-neutral soap and the two-bucket method to prevent scratch introduction, followed by iron decontamination spray to dissolve embedded brake dust and rail dust particles. Next, clay bar treatment physically removes bonded contaminants that washing alone cannot — tree sap residue, overspray, industrial fallout, and road tar. Machine polishing with dual-action polishers removes light swirl marks, water spots, and minor scratches to restore optical clarity and depth. Finally, we apply your choice of protection: carnauba wax (3-month protection), synthetic sealant (6-month protection), or ceramic coating (2-5 year protection). Tires, wheels, wheel wells, trim, and glass all receive dedicated attention.
Interior Detailing
Your vehicle's interior accumulates dirt, oils, bacteria, and odors over time — degrading both appearance and air quality. Our interior detailing addresses every surface comprehensively. We begin with thorough vacuuming of all surfaces including under seats, in crevices, and inside pockets. Leather surfaces are cleaned with pH-balanced leather cleaner to remove oils and stains, then conditioned with premium leather conditioner that moisturizes and protects against cracking and UV damage. Fabric seats and carpets are shampooed with hot water extraction to remove deep stains and embedded dirt. Dashboard, console, door panels, and all plastic trim receive UV protectant to prevent fading and cracking. Headliner is carefully spot-cleaned, vents are detailed with compressed air and detailing brushes, and glass is cleaned streak-free inside and out. Complete odor elimination is included using ozone treatment for persistent smells.
Paint Correction
Over time, your vehicle's paint accumulates swirl marks from improper washing, light scratches from normal use, water spots from hard water and sprinklers, oxidation from UV exposure, and etching from bird droppings and tree sap. These defects scatter light instead of reflecting it cleanly, making your paint look dull and hazy. Our multi-stage paint correction process uses professional-grade cutting compounds and polishes applied with dual-action and rotary machine polishers to physically remove these defects from the clear coat layer. Single-stage correction removes 60-70% of defects and costs $300-$500. Multi-stage correction (compound cut, polish, and jeweling) removes 90-95% of defects and costs $500-$900. The result is a deep, mirror-like finish that makes your paint look better than it did when new. Paint correction is recommended before applying ceramic coating.
Ceramic Coating and Long-Term Protection
Professional ceramic coating is the ultimate paint protection available today. Unlike traditional wax that sits on top of paint and washes off in weeks, ceramic coating chemically bonds to your clear coat at a molecular level, creating a permanent (until physically removed) layer of protection. Benefits include: extreme hydrophobic properties (water beads and sheets off instantly, carrying dirt with it), UV protection preventing oxidation and paint fade, chemical resistance against bird droppings, tree sap, and road salt, scratch resistance harder than your factory clear coat, and a permanently glossy, deep wet-look finish that requires minimal maintenance. At WRC Collision, we apply professional-grade ceramic coatings (not consumer-level DIY products) with 2-year, 3-year, and 5-year durability options priced from $500 to $1,500 depending on the vehicle size and coating tier.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I get my car detailed?
We recommend a full detail every 3-6 months depending on driving conditions, parking situation (garage vs outdoor), and how often the vehicle is exposed to contaminants. Vehicles with ceramic coating can go 6-12 months between full details with simple maintenance washes in between.
What's the difference between detailing and a car wash?
A car wash cleans the surface. Detailing is a comprehensive restoration process that decontaminates, corrects, and protects every surface. It includes paint correction to remove swirl marks, leather conditioning, fabric extraction, UV protection, and protective coatings. A $10 car wash takes 10 minutes; a professional detail takes 4-8 hours.
How long does ceramic coating last?
Professional-grade ceramic coatings at WRC Collision last 2-5 years depending on the product tier and maintenance. Our entry-level coating provides 2 years of protection ($500), mid-tier provides 3 years ($800), and premium provides 5+ years ($1,200-$1,500). Proper maintenance with pH-neutral soap extends longevity.
How much does auto detailing cost?
At WRC Collision: basic exterior detail starts at $150, full interior and exterior detail runs $250-$400, paint correction adds $300-$900 depending on severity, and ceramic coating packages range from $500-$1,500. Pricing varies by vehicle size (sedan vs SUV vs truck).
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Last updated: June 10, 2026