Car Detailing in Dublin

Your car spends most of its life outside — exposed to Dublin’s rain, road salt, and city grime. Over time, that takes a toll. The paintwork fades, swirl marks appear, and the interior starts looking tired. Professional car detailing brings it back.

At V.T. Motors in Artane, we offer car detailing services that go beyond a standard wash. We clean, restore, and protect your vehicle inside and out — so it looks the way it should.

What Is Car Detailing?

Car detailing is a thorough cleaning and restoration process. Unlike a quick car wash, detailing addresses every surface of your vehicle: paintwork, wheels, glass, interior fabrics, leather, plastics, and trim.

The goal is to remove contaminants, correct minor imperfections, and apply protection that lasts. Whether you’re preparing your car for sale, keeping a new vehicle in top condition, or just want to drive something that looks and feels clean — detailing delivers results you can see and feel.

Car Detailing Services We Offer

We provide a range of detailing options depending on what your car needs:

Exterior Detailing:

• Hand wash and dry
• Clay bar treatment to remove bonded contaminants
• Paint correction (swirl marks, light scratches)
• Machine polish for deep shine
• Wax or sealant application
• Wheel cleaning and tyre dressing
• Glass cleaning and water repellent treatment

Interior Detailing:

• Full vacuum including seats, carpets, and boot
• Dashboard, console, and trim cleaning
• Leather cleaning and conditioning
• Fabric and upholstery shampooing
• Air vent and crevice detailing
• Odour removal treatment
• Glass cleaning (interior)

How Long Does Car Detailing Take?

Timing depends on the service and your car’s condition:

• Mini Valet: 30–45 minutes
• Exterior or Interior Valet: 1–2 hours
• Full Valet: 2–3 hours
• Full Valet + Paint Correction: 4–6 hours
• Ceramic Coating: full day

We recommend booking in advance for full detailing services. Drop your car off in the morning, and it’ll be ready by the end of the day.

Why Get Your Car Detailed?

There are practical reasons beyond aesthetics:

Preserve resale value. A well-maintained interior and protected paintwork make a real difference when selling. Buyers notice.

Protect the paint. Road salt, bird droppings, tree sap, and UV exposure damage your car’s finish over time. Detailing removes contaminants and adds a protective layer.

Healthier interior. Dust, allergens, bacteria, and odours build up in fabrics and air vents. A proper interior detail cleans what you can’t see.

Pride of ownership. Driving a clean car simply feels better. You take more care of something that looks good.

Our Approach to Detailing

We don’t rush through detailing. Every vehicle gets individual attention — we assess the condition, discuss what’s needed, and deliver results that last.

We use quality products from trusted brands, proper techniques (no automated brushes that scratch paint), and take the time to do the job right. If we find anything that needs extra attention, we’ll let you know before proceeding.

Where to Find Us

V.T. Motors is located at 148 Ardlea Road, Artane, Dublin 5. We’re easy to reach from Raheny, Coolock, Beaumont, Killester, Harmonstown, and surrounding areas.

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

To book a car detailing service or get a quote, call us on 01 847 5146 or use the contact form on our website.