Manual wash bays
The perfect solution for the DIY car wash enthusiast
We know our Touch Free Auto Wash system is amazing, but we also realise that maybe it isn’t for everyone. If you prefer the hands-on approach to washing your wheels, our self-serve wash bays are exactly what you need.
All sites have vending machines stocking the latest in protectant wipes and air fresheners.
![Customer washing their vintage car at a Coffs Harbour's Car Lovers Express car wash](https://www.carloversexpress.com.au/wp-content/uploads/IMG_0003-1.jpg)
![Wash your motorbike at Car Lovers Express Car Wash](https://www.carloversexpress.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Car-Lovers-Motorbike.png)
Not only for cars
Self-serve wash bays cater for all types of vehicles and washing choices.
They are the answer if you enjoy hand washing and polishing your vehicle. But they are also perfect if you need to clean your vehicle’s engine or if your transport of choice is a motorbike.
Do you have a workhorse with a ton of mud and grime that needs elbow grease to get it clean? Then the range of wash options in the manual wash bays will make your life a whole lot easier.
You can even wash your boat or van. But with the bigger rigs, please check with us first about clearance levels.
Pay per Minute
step one
Tap On
A $15 pre-authorisation will appear as pending on your account. This is to ensure your card is authorised and has funds available.
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step two
Wash
Get your wash on. If you need any help with using our products or you’re uncertain what is best for your car please ask one of our team.
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step three
Press stop
When you are done press STOP on the black card reader. Your card will then be charged for the exact number of minutes used.
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step four
Payment
The $15 pre-authorisation will disappear from your account within 2-4 days. Your account will be charged for only the number of minutes used.
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A range of options to suit your needs
Does the engine need degreasing? Selling the car and want to give it that showroom floor look?
Our self-serve manual wash bays have the solution for you.
You can opt for the works or go for the basics. The choice is yours. And best of all, only pay for what you use. Simply tap your card and get cleaning.
Each self-serve car wash bay has available:
- Only pay for what you use - you pay for each minute you use with the minimum usage 1 minute. No time blocks.
- Pay by coin or tap your card.
- Pre-soak: Apply this to help loosen road film and stuck on grime
- Tyre and engine cleaner: Loosens the grease and dirt on your engine and tyres. Apply, allow 2 minutes to soak and then wash off
- Soapy power wash: A high-pressure soap application to clean your whole vehicle. Use the foaming brush to help remove the stubborn grime.
- Rinse: A high-pressure water rinse to wash away any remaining suds and dirt
- Wax: Helps to protect against dirt and the build-up of road film
- Clear coat surface protectant: For long-lasting shine and protection to your paintwork, chrome and trims
- Spot-free rinse: Removes the substances that cause spotting when the water dries with this treated water rinse.
![High quality products to wash Car in manual wash bay](https://www.carloversexpress.com.au/wp-content/uploads/IMG_0005-1.jpg)
![Car Lovers Express employee cleaning the interior of the car via a vacuum](https://www.carloversexpress.com.au/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1056454862.jpg)
Now, what’s the inside story?
Okay, the exterior of your car is sparkling, but what’s going on inside?
Have you got enough sand on the floor to create a new beach?
Has the dog shed its fur all over the seats?
Or is the aroma that wafts up your passengers’ nostrils a bit like a gym locker room?
If this sounds like your car’s interior then maybe it’s time for a cleanse on the inside.
And for that we have vacuum bays!
From the floors to the boot, the powerful Car Lovers Express vacuum cleaners suck up the dirt leaving a gleaming interior.
Finally – banish the whiffy odours. Deodorise and drive off with a fragrant and fresh interior.
Self-serve wash bays are fantastic because…
You can give your vehicle the special personalised treatment it deserves.
If you live somewhere with limited parking and no space to wash and vacuum your car, then this is for you.
It’s great for the environment. No suds or contaminated dirt running down your driveway and into the drains or onto your yard.
Then of course is the money saving part. Our Self-serve bays can help you save on your power and water bill as well as on expensive car cleaning products.
And because you trust us with your prized investment, we only use trusted car care products.
![Car Lovers Express employee cleaning black car](https://www.carloversexpress.com.au/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_752921533.jpg)
FAQ
Our wash systems aren’t time based. If you have a Car Lovers Club subscription you can use any of our services whenever you like. No need to feel rushed.
No subscription? Just tap your card and pay for what you use.
With such an extensive selection of retail products available, it is a bit tricky to have them all on hand. But we guarantee that only the best quality, professional car care products have been selected.
You are welcome to bring your own product. But your use of some of the wash options available may be limited as they are connected to a dispensing system.
Cars love it at Car Lovers Express
Short wait time. Staff very friendly and thorough.
Equipment all seems very new and gave my car a great wash. Great value car wash. Will definitely be back.
Quick cheap and easy for car wash!
Always clean!
Great self service car wash with doggy wash.
Quick and simple.
Big open space. Clean facilities. Got the dog clean and car done.
Great self-service car wash, with industrial vacuum cleaners also available.
Has changed hands recently for the better.
Great car wash. Good vacs.
This is the BEST car wash in the region. DON’T go anywhere else.
I am so impressed with this service. The guy who is there is polite and careful with your car. The was is so much better than all the other automatic washes in the area. The level of soap and wax is far superior and you get your money’s worth. And on the note of money, this is the cheapest in the area by $4. So it’s the cheapest AND the best! I live 25 min drive away but I reckon it is worth the trip. It is equipped with self wash vacuum and even a dog wash. Go here - get your car clean!
Excellent service and very friendly staff.
I am so impressed with this service. The guy who is there is polite and careful with your car. The was is so much better than all the other automatic washes in the area. The level of soap and wax is far superior and you get your money’s worth. And on the note of money, this is the cheapest in the area by $4. So it’s the cheapest AND the best! I live 25 min drive away but I reckon it is worth the trip. It is equipped with self wash vacuum and even a dog wash. Go here - get your car clean!
How nice to get service at a carwash.
The gentleman helped with the card machine and soaped up my car before going though the wash. Car came out spotless Thankyou xx
Ezi-clean is by far the best carwash in Dubbo.
They have new owners and they have attendants that help 7 days a week even over public holidays and Christmas.
I use this car wash and very happy with the automatic brushless car wash.
The lady there is very helpful and hand wash my mag wheels and any spots on paint before i go through the wash bay.
Great customer service going beyond expectations.
Fantastic service from Glen the attendant who went the extra mile to prewash my very dirty car and wheels prior to the laser wash.
One clean car, one happy customer.
New Owners, new machinery. Choices on type of automatic wash from basic to the best.
Very good drive through wash, with very little waiting time (if any).
Best car wash in Mackay.
Car wash washers car well.
The staff are helpful automatic or you can wash yourself. Vacuum to clean inside as well.
Auto wash very efficient and easy to use.
Great customer service, friendly and upbeat staff on hand.
The best car wash in Coffs all the additives actually work and clean the car properly.
It has very good pressure, I use this bad boy once a week keeps the daily fresh looking, and the staff a good too even complemented how phat my cam sounds in my car.
Great automatic car wash highly recommend.
Very helpful staff.
Great place to wash car in water restrictions as they recycle the water.
Join the Car Lovers Club and save even more!
For a low-cost monthly fee you can access the self-serve wash bays, vacuums and all the car care products. Get that new car look and smell!
It’s easy!
Subscribe to the Car Lovers Club and use any of the facilities as often as you like.
Treat your car to a wash today.
A rural weekend away-dirty or just not quite sparkling-dirty – either way, it’s what we’re here for. Bring your car in for a sud-filled makeover.