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    Doctor Detail

    4.8 (129 reviews)
    Open • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Auto bug and sap removal

    Auto paint restoration

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    2020 TT RS Undercarriage after steam cleaning.

    On Tuesday April 22, 2025, I called Doctor Detail on the recommendation by John Garcia from Strom German to get a quote on a steam cleaning to retard possible Road Salt Corrosion on an Audi I was thinking about buying in Costa Mesa, CA. I talked to the owner Darren McKendry and had a long conversation with him about the possible undercarriage cleaning as well as quotes for possible PPF film application to the car for paint protection for which he gave me quotes. I sent Darren a very thorough PPI that was done by Strom German Auto Repair, Costa Mesa, CA, for his evaluation and he told me he thought a steam cleaning could solve the problem. I made an appointment for the cleaning for the afternoon on Friday April 25, 2025, which would be after I flew in to buy the car and then drive it over for the cleaning. Darren volunteer to go check out the car on his own time to make sure it was worth buying, stating sometimes cars were horribly custom painted or had other problem not visible from photos. On Thursday he told me he had checked out the car and he noticed it already had PPF film on the front bumpers, spliters, headlights and mirrors, and that he only recommended replacing the film on the spliters, since they had road rash on them, and perhaps the hood if I wanted. He gave me the thumbs up to purchase the car and made suggestions on what I might want to consider doing to the car to enhance the beauty and protection of it. On Friday after purchasing the car I brought it to Doctor Detail for the steam cleaning. I was disappointed to find out that Darren was out for an emergency, because I enjoyed talking to him on the phone; but Christina and Rhett were on hand to assist with the car. Christina checked out the car in great detail and she said the hood and the front wheel wells already had PPF film on them. I told her that I saw some Porsches that had film on the rear wheel wells, so she got a quote for these for my Audi, which was $100.00 per side. Rhett then had their steam cleaning tech put my car on a rack and the three of us inspected the undercarriage of the car looking for the leaked fluids to clean and removal or any rust or corrosion. After the cleaning Rhett and I went back under the car to inspect the steam cleaning to see if I was satisfied with the work. I saw a few areas that I thought could be cleaner, so their tech cleaned those to my satisfaction. I went out for dinner and when I came back their film tech, Manuel, had completed both rear wheel wells. I had been given a $120.00 quote for each spliter, so I left my car over night to have the work completed on Saturday morning and pickup after 10:00 am. When I arrived the work was done, and Rhett told me he had done some paint correction to cover the road rash that was already on the car prior to one of the previous owners putting the PPF film on the spliters. There were some issues I was having with programming of the car functions and Rhett kindly helped me with those during his lunch break. Darren came in on Saturday and I had a nice chat with him as well. I was offered to purchase a total car detailing, but seeing as it was raining and I had a very loooong drive back home in the rain I opted out of this service, because it would have delayed my departure back home and I didn't want to arrive late at night. Their location is on 2011 Placentia Ave., and it has a great greeting area and showroom! It is very modern, clean and welcoming with a garden outside, nice wood paneling and firepit for those cold nights. I was told it is even rented for events like weddings. They have several nice cars they restored on hand to view to show off the type and quality of work they do. I'm very pleased with the customer service from the staff at Doctor Detail, their location, their honesty and the fact that they were willing to go above and beyond to assist me with my car purchase evaluation and detailing and protection of my car. I would definitely and highly recommend them for anyone wanting PPF film, steam cleaning and detailing of their car!!! PS. Please see attached photos of the after of the steam clean. I regret not taking photos of the before and unfortunately I was unable to copy the images of the before from the PPI pdf inspection from Strom German, but now the bottom looks brand new!

    Rob G.

    Astonishing and complete transformation of my 2020 Nissan 370z! Thank you Darren, Christina and the entire team!! This was a recent purchase from a Nissan dealer as a certified pre-owned vehicle. Based upon the dealer prep, I knew I was going to Doctor Detail to remedy the slipshod appearance. It only took 2 days for the car to be completed and I cannot say enough how rich the paint now looks from the swirled mess that I bought it in. Well worth the minimal investment and I highly recommend Doctor Detail!

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    steven m.

    So.... This car come from Utah. It is 70 years old. Pictures speak for themselves. This car has lived a couple-five lifes I imagine. Since it now is in a new home time to get to work! It is always easier to work when you can actually see what you are working on! Dr got me in same day, on short notice. My actual Dr. never does that, ever. Good service, insanely nice facility, prompt service. Bathroom is beyond spotless also. New customer, now a lifetime customer.

    My 2007 Lexus LS460L after Doctor Detail pampered it for 6 hours on Saturday, 1/21/2023.
    Dirk Y.

    Tonight I went to the gas station and under those bright gas station lights, I got a better look at my car than I did even at the Doctor Detail store. HOLY CRAP! My 16 year old Lexus literally looks like a new car. It is exactly what Darren and I first talked about. Yes, the car looked fine before we did this. But you really don't know how good a car can look until professionals go over it. I am convinced that no mobile detailing service could do this. Under the lights at the gas station, it was shocking. I've seen cars on the showroom floor that didn't look that good. Thank you Darren. I feel like driving over to my Lexus dealer, and saying, "Look!" I'm thrilled with the car. Sure, I got a rare car, it only had 33,000 miles on it when I bought it a few months ago, and had obviously be garaged. I was tempted to say, okay, it's pretty enough. And it was very nice looking, but the improvement is impossible to describe. I've always known that a great detail job should make you fall in love with the car all over again. So I am thrilled to be a customer of Dr. Darren Detail and his staff. Worth every penny I spent, no question about it.

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    Mary D.

    Came in to get my car's engine steam clean, first time since I purchase my car in years! Darren, the owner is professional and his shop is quite well decorated with cars, plants, gemstones and books to look at while my car is being serviced. Quick, efficient and reliable. Highly recommend this place!

    Kristina V.

    I cannot recommend this place enough for a GREAT detail and even for ding removals. My family has brought their cars here before but I had yet to take the plunge myself. My Macan was COVERED in swirls, scratches, and marring from years of daily use. I came in hoping for my car to have a 50% improvement and it honestly now looks better than the day I bought it! Seriously my paint is flawless, at least 95% of my scratches are gone (the deep ones are the only ones left) and you would never know where the dent used to be on my car! It's a bit pricey but you get what you pay for which is a professional detail with an above excellent quality. I know I'll be bringing my Macan and all of my future cars here for many years to come. SIDE NOTE: I also brought my old BMW here to get tinted and they did a great job as well.

    2023 F150 Lighting

    Wow!!!! Took my new F150 Lightning truck to Dr Detail. The water spots were my main concern. Just picked it up and I couldn't believe my eyes--this picture doesn't give it justice. It looks absolutely AMAZING!!! My truck didn't even look this good when I bought it from the dealer. Their attention to detail and quality of work is out of this world!!!! Excellent customer service and attention to detail. I'm never going anywhere else. Definitely worth every penny!!! Maria Sada

    Simon T.

    Darren and his team were great to work with. Having a classic Alfa I don't like to hand the car off to others and do not like to have it out of my sight. I was able to relax as they communicated with me and handled the requested work quickly. Actually finished faster than I expected . Car looks much better now. Thanks!

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    Hi Ryan thank you so much for your nice review.

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    Thank you so much Nick it was great meeting you .Please keep in touch .

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    Just came from there. Super nice. Helpful. Got the job done when two other places said they couldn't take a stain out.

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    Have used Dr Detail two different times and both times the car came back and looked amazing! They don't miss a thing!

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    Thank you so much Gary.

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    Brought my car to them and they did a great job for the amount of money. Looked a brand new car.

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    Ask the Community - Doctor Detail

    I have a black 2000 Porsche 911 that has some small unsightly road chips on the hood and fenders? Do you guys do any level of paint correction? I also have a small thin dent in the rear plastic bumper. Do you guys do these type of repairs as well?

    Yes please call and make an Appointment. 949-650-0204

    A friend recommended you and I am looking to completely detail my int & ext 2017 Honda Civic. Can you please give me a quote with AND without the exterior polishing? I heard that costs quite a bit so I want to see if that is in my budget. Thank you!

    450.00 estimate

    Do you work on motorcycles? I have one I'd like to clean up to sell.

    Hi Valori, Of course we are detailing motorcycles

    What would I be looking at for a 1999 Toyota Corolla upholstery makeover? I want to change interior color.

    Hi, Yes we need to inspect car at our location. Please stop by at 2011 Placentia Ave. Costa Mesa

    Do you guys fix paint chips and dents?

    Hi Henry, Yes.

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