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    Bubbles Way Car Wash & Detail & Smokeshop

    4.0 (129 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Rodney G.

    I was recommended by Leo to visit this car wash. I must say I was pleasantly surprised how great the customer service was and how great my car looked inside and out. I highly recommend this car wash if you're in the Oceanside area. It is a 5 star all day.

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    Frank D.

    Fantastic Best Hand wash I've been to in the area with a great store as well Friendly staff with attention to detail

    Carolina P.

    Took my car in after a camping trip so there was a good amount of fur/ dirt. They did a pretty good job vacuuming the fur but my interior could've been wiped a lot better. Paid $46 and left a $10 tip on top of that .. my back seats still have mud on them.

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    Megan B.

    I mean the way my condition of my car was when it went in to when it came out. It was a completely different car so clean so new so amazing. not only did they make it smell nice and clean, but they buffed out paint scuffs, and did extra good job. Highly recommend I would say their prices are a little high, but 100% worth it.

    Went in to have my car washed, as I've done in the past. Only this time, as I was driving out of the complex, I noticed something on my windshield. Upon closer inspection, I realized that my windshield was cracked. I immediately drove back to the car wash and asked to speak with the manager. "Leo" came out to take a look, and I explained that the crack hadn't been there when I dropped the car off. I told him this vehicle is less than a year old, is rarely driven, and I'm extremely careful with it. Still, he insisted the damage didn't happen at the car wash and claimed it must have already been there before I arrived. He then said even if it happened onsite, their policy states they aren't responsible for any damage that occurs during service. I couldn't believe it--how can you not be responsible for a vehicle while it's under your care? Instead of trying to understand or help, Leo went on to tell me a story about another customer--an older woman--whose windshield was supposedly already cracked and when cold water hit it during the wash, it became more noticeable. He offered every excuse possible and refused to take any accountability or even offer an apology. As I drove home, the crack continued to spread, further confirming that this was fresh damage--not something pre-existing, as he suggested. Conveniently, the owner "John" is on vacation, and I was told to call him in a week. I'll update this review depending on how he chooses to handle the situation. But based on my experience so far, I would not recommend taking your vehicle here. If anything goes wrong, they'll deny responsibility and leave you on your own.

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    Great detailing with clay bar. Will be taking other car for detailing. Highly recommend!

    I came to the car wash today and they did a beautiful job on my Toyota Rav4! I paid for the full detail (inside and outside) and they did an incredible job and ensured my car looks flawless. The price is reasonable for the wonderful work they do here. I only bring my cars to this car wash. Thank you all for your wonderful service each visit. Special thank you to John and Leo for always being so kind and caring about their service!

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    Antionette H.

    Amazing job always they always meet my expectations . Give bubblesway a try they get the job done

    Shiny like new!
    Bubet T.

    Bubbles Way never disappoints! John, the manager was very helpful helping to choose the best package for my 2000 Chevy Suburban. She hasn't been for a spa day for about 5 years. She has travelled with our daughter's huskies during this span, which means there was a fabulous accumulation of husky hair and wet nose streaks on the windows. Her exterior also had a good amount of build up from rainy days followed by dry dusty and windy days, more rainy days and repeat. I can only express the gratitude I have for the wonderful job that was done here at Bubbles If you're thinking about taking your beloved ride for a wash, make sure to choose Bubbles Way! You will not regret it.

    Saoimanu S.

    Disappointed, to say the least. I paid for the deluxe wash ($30) and with three men working on my car I returned to obvious residue left on the seats. After the car went through the wash, the 3 men spent less than 15 mins on my car. And I was one of three customers at that time. I will not be returning. For folks who want a car wash and you want to come here, you're better off washing your own car. That's what I typically do but I thought I'd save some energy and pay to get it done. Not worth it!

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    They always clean my car so good! Love them, I always recommend people to come here and the price is reasonable

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    I got the works. Probably the best "mini" detail I've ever gotten. I'm so happy I tried them.

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    Great service! Friendly owners. Hard workers! I always bring my car here for a car wash and they have speedy services!

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    the crew and management are the best in the area. I always bring my wife's truck and my own car and always leave with clean nice vehicle

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