Hand-Washed, Decontaminated, and Ready to Shine

Exceptional Exterior Car Detailing for Every Vehicle

Your Exterior Deserves More Than a Drive-Through Wash

Driving in Sellersburg and across the Midwest means your vehicle's exterior deals with a constant rotation of road grime, bugs, road salt, and contaminants that a drive-through car wash simply cannot handle properly. The brushes and abrasive chemicals used in automatic washes can introduce swirl marks and leave bonded contaminants behind, doing more harm than good over time. Professional exterior car detailing is a different experience entirely, one that treats your paint with the care it actually deserves.

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Our Exterior Detailing Packages

Level 1

STARTING AT

$75

TURNAROUND: 1 HOUR

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THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Two bucket hand wash
  • Hand wash wheels and tires
  • Decontaminate paint to remove minor bugs, tar, and grime
  • Apply no-sling tire dressing
  • Apply paint sealant

LEVEL 2

STARTING AT

$225

TURNAROUND: 2 HOURS

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THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Two bucket hand wash
  • Hand wash wheels and tires
  • Decontaminate paint to remove minor bugs, tar, and grime
  • Decontaminate remaining impurities with clay bar
  • Apply no-sling tire dressing
  • Apply paint sealant
  • Apply hydrophobic windshield treatment

What a Professional Exterior Detail Actually Does for Your Car

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Safe Paint Care

Our two-bucket hand wash method removes dirt without dragging particles across your clear coat, which is exactly how swirl marks form. Every exterior detail we perform is done the right way from start to finish, using quality products and proper technique throughout.

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Clay Bar Decontamination

Brake dust, iron particles, road tar, and bonded environmental fallout cannot be removed by washing alone. Our Level 2 package includes a full clay bar treatment that pulls these embedded particles out of the paint before they cause lasting damage to your clear coat.

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Paint Sealant

Every exterior package at MR DetailWorx includes a paint sealant application. Sealant bonds to your clear coat and creates a smooth, slick surface that repels water and contaminants, making your vehicle easier to keep clean and giving the finish a noticeably sharper look between details.

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Wheels and Tires

Wheels accumulate brake dust and road grime faster than any other part of the vehicle. We hand wash every wheel and tire as part of both exterior packages and apply a no-sling tire dressing to finish them properly, so the whole vehicle looks complete, not just the body panels.

Why Midwest Winters Make Exterior Detailing More Important

Indiana winters are not kind to vehicle exteriors. Road salt is one of the most corrosive substances your paint and undercarriage can come into contact with, and it builds up quickly from the first major snowfall through early spring. Regular exterior detailing through the colder months helps remove salt buildup before it has time to work its way into paint, trim, and metal components.


Freeze and thaw cycles, sand, and debris all take a toll on your vehicle's finish over time. Keeping a sealant on your paint gives it a layer of defense that adds up meaningfully over a full season. For drivers who want longer-lasting coverage, our ceramic coating packages are built specifically to handle the challenges of Midwest driving conditions. You can learn more on our ceramic coating page.

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Exterior Detailing and the Bigger Picture

Regular exterior detailing is one of the most practical things you can do to maintain the condition and value of your vehicle. For drivers who want to take things a step further, exterior detailing pairs naturally with paint correction and ceramic coating at MR DetailWorx. Paint correction addresses swirl marks and surface defects in the clear coat, while ceramic coating seals and enhances the surface once correction is complete. The three services build on each other, and our team is happy to walk you through what combination makes the most sense for your vehicle's current condition and your goals.


If you want to take care of both interior and exterior in one visit, take a look at our full detailing packages for the best overall value.

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Exterior Detailing FAQs

  • How does exterior detailing compare to a regular car wash?

    Professional exterior detailing takes paint care to an entirely different level. Simple car washes target surface-level dirt and grime while the brushes and chemicals used can compromise the quality of your clear coat. Our exterior detailing uses hand washing with proper technique, quality products, and in the case of our Level 2 package, a full clay bar decontamination that removes bonded contaminants a standard wash will never touch.

  • What is the difference between Level 1 and Level 2?

    Level 1 includes a thorough two-bucket hand wash, wheels and tires, decontamination of surface-level bugs and grime, tire dressing, and paint sealant. Level 2 adds a full clay bar treatment to remove embedded contaminants from the paint, along with a hydrophobic windshield treatment for improved water repellency while driving. If your paint feels rough to the touch or has visible water spots and road film, Level 2 is the better starting point.

  • How often should I get my exterior detailed?

    Every two to three months is a reasonable interval for most drivers in the Sellersburg area. If you drive in heavy traffic, park outside regularly, or are heading into or out of a Midwest winter, more frequent visits help you stay ahead of salt and contaminant buildup before it causes lasting damage.

  • What does paint sealant do?

    Paint sealant bonds to your clear coat and creates a smooth, slick surface that repels water, dirt, and contaminants. It makes your vehicle easier to wash and helps maintain the appearance of the paint between details. It is included in both of our exterior packages at MR DetailWorx.

  • Is exterior detailing a process that also eliminates paint defects?

    Exterior detailing significantly improves the appearance of your paint by removing contamination and surface buildup that dulls the finish. However, it is not the same as paint correction. If you want to address swirl marks, scratches, or oxidation in the clear coat, our paint correction services are the right next step after exterior detailing.

  • Do you offer exterior detailing as part of a full detail?

    Our full detailing packages at MR DetailWorx combine interior and exterior services in one appointment. If you want to take care of both at the same time, head over to our full detailing page to see what is included at each package level.