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    Calaveras Shell Car Wash

    2.0 (111 reviews)

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    Had to show the cleaning crew how to do their job .. should of paid me $30
    Gary G.

    First time here and last time. $30 car wash and the worst inside cleaning ever. I had to show the cleaners what to do Really for $30 .. I wouldn't go back for $3

    Melissa K.

    Terrible job and service! Not sure if under new ownership, but the crew is all Asian, nothing against them, however, no one spoke English. I paid $55 for hand wash. The hand wash was very poor, still had areas where there was dirt and dust, my front wheels still had brake dust and dirt that I could easily wipe off with my finger. The interior was still dusty all over my dashboard, Had a pet hair in the seat, creases, and the leather parts still had traces of easily removable dirt. It wasn't even bad to begin with as I get my car washed weekly if not every other week. I tried pointing this out a couple of times then just gave up. Their response clearly told me they don't care about their sloppy work. Never coming back!

    My car wheel RIM got damaged after the car wash. I have been using them for about 2years overall the car wash was okay. You get what you pay for. Even after the premium car wash I will notice certain areas will not be cleaned well and have to point out and make them clean. Thing went okay until I took my new car into the car wash. I noticed the car wheel had damages for which I had to pay $225 to get it fixed (since it was leased car).

    Clean off the Benz. Then wax it....
    Phil H.

    Inexpensive. They vacuum well. They clean with dirty towels so after 3 times coming here. I expected better for my money. Better for just getting dirt offvyour car or truck. That's it. Basic wash for $15. If you want a cleaned car drive 1 mile down the road, pay $17 and get properly serviced. Room for improvement. Left a thin film of streaks on the paint from dirty overused unwashed towels. Use microfiber. Good luck with improvements. Fast service.

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    They chipped the paint on the hood on my car and refused to take any responsibility for it.

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    The owner is horrible! They charge for air here. He informed me that I have to pay 1.00 to get air. COME ON!

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    I have had my car washed here twice. Both times I was very pleased. This place is not pretty but they do a good job for the money.

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    ***EDIT*** Jason was quick to reach out since my review and accommodated me with a touch up. Again,…read moreI've been here time and time and had no doubt these guys would take care of me. He even educated me on what natural causes could have come into play. This was definitely a unique experience, and they've still ensured satisfaction. THANK YOU to this team!! Hate to leave poor reviews, I've supported this place for some time now. I took my car to the SJ location on 6/8 just bc it's been a while since it got a professional cleaning. I was foolish to leave without inspecting well enough but it was busy and I didn't want to be a hassle. it came back with cracked paint on my rear right wheel. I tried to text Rafa, who messaged me when my car was ready, less than an hour after I left but did not receive a response. I was pretty bummed about it, went through the lengths of checking my dashcam to see if there was ever a moment someone might have noticed the damage. Conveniently, the footage is damaged only during the wash. No response from the email posted on their website either. I don't intend to immediately accuse anyone, I've always felt comfortable bringing my car here every year, and the staff was as friendly and accommodating as always. I was just hoping there would be some more transparent communication. I wash my car myself all but once in a year or so to give my car a quality wash than I'm willing to put in, and I've never seen cracking until after my recent visit.

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    Calaveras Shell Car Wash - carwash - Updated July 2026

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