Detailed Auto Pros (Auto Detailing & Paint Protection)
Car detailing service · Elizabeth, NJ · reviewed since 2020
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%98+53.5Reliability 24%97+23.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty93−0.7Experts Score= 97Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.97SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#9 of 56 car wash servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 85%
4.9★★★★★277 Google reviews · 24 photos
98%five-star reviews
4.99★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Detailed Auto Pros (Auto Detailing & Paint Protection) at a glance
Customers at this Elizabeth, NJ detailing shop highlight thorough interior and exterior cleaning, paint protection, and tinting services. Recurring themes include flexible scheduling, same-day availability, fair pricing, and professional communication. Positive reviews note the comfortable waiting area and the team's ability to restore vehicles to showroom condition. However, low-star reviews indicate that some customers experienced missed appointments and unresponsive staff when attempting to schedule follow-up work.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 277 reviews (98% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 277 Google reviews (223 with written comments, 33 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 75% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 27, 2026.
Service: Car Wash serving Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Data from Google, last updated October 29, 2026.
Score profile vs other car wash services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: craft & service.
This companyCar Wash Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Detailed Auto Pros (Auto Detailing & Paint Protection): 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
98
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Detailed Auto Pros (Auto Detailing & Paint Protection): 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
97
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Detailed Auto Pros (Auto Detailing & Paint Protection): 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
93
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Detailed Auto Pros (Auto Detailing & Paint Protection): 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Detailed Auto Pros (Auto Detailing & Paint Protection): 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Detailed Auto Pros (Auto Detailing & Paint Protection): 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
100
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Star ratings
277 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars27198%
4 stars21%
3 stars21%
2 stars00%
1 star21%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 223 written reviews
99%praise
Praise41099%
Complaints51%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Quality & results11127%
Staff & attitude8721%
Would recommend8520%
Speed & response5513%
Price & value369%
Honesty & trust215%
Communication205%
What customers talk about
We read 223 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“staff are very friendly , reassuring , great pricing , service is done with extra care i’m actually impressed great work fr”
“My car had some terrible water spots caused by parking under a rusted pipe that was leaking.”
“Staff was helpful, knowledgeable as well as professional.”
“I’d definitely come back and recommend them to anyone looking for a quality detail!”
“Joe was able to help me with my truck same day and was very flexible on time.”
“Good service, fair price, and they took their time with the car.”
“I genuinely cannot say enough good things about Detailed Auto Pro!”
“Everyone was extremely professional, kind, knowledgeable, and communicative, and you can tell they genuinely care about their customers and take pride…”
People customers mention
Joe8 reviews
Joey7 reviews
Jowe7 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Detailed Auto Pros (Auto Detailing & Paint Protection) for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
PPabloLocal Guide · 18 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a day ago★★★★★
I wish I found this place years ago, it's practically in my backyard. I got in contact with Joey & from the jump, he was extremely engaging- asked what I needed, the services/packages + pricing he offers, scheduling availability is extremely flexible... it was like talking to someone I've know for years. The shop is…
SSujaniLocal Guide · 59 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
Team did a great job detailing my new work fleet! In and out within the hour and car was looking brand new, thank you!
IIamNika8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
Great experience! The team did a thorough job detailing my car, and it looked fresh and spotless inside and out. I really appreciated their attention to detail and care. I’d definitely come back and recommend them to anyone looking for a quality detail!
MMarisa1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
My car was due for a lease turn in and hadn’t been properly cleaned in the 2 years I had it. They did a phenomenal job. It looks better than when I got it new. Will definitely be bringing the new car to them regularly!
KKareem1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
20/10 recently moved to the area and just decided to take a chance & def just earned a consistent customer
staff are very friendly , reassuring , great pricing , service is done with extra care i’m actually impressed great work fr
JJazz1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Staff was helpful, knowledgeable as well as professional. They made my experience quick and enjoyable. I love my tints!
I wish I found this place years ago, it's practically in my backyard. I got in contact with Joey & from the jump, he was extremely engaging- asked what I needed, the services/packages + pricing he offers, scheduling availability is extremely flexible... it was like talking to someone I've know for years. The shop is easy to get to, there's plenty of parking, it's big & clean, has a comfortable waiting area, the staff is accommodating & presentable... the duration of my detail was a breeze. First impressions are everything & for this particular business, I can't wait to go back because my car looks fantastic!
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Sujani KaneshaLocal Guide · 59 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sujani has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great experience! The team did a thorough job detailing my car, and it looked fresh and spotless inside and out. I really appreciated their attention to detail and care. I’d definitely come back and recommend them to anyone looking for a quality detail!
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Marisa Marino1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Marisa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My car was due for a lease turn in and hadn’t been properly cleaned in the 2 years I had it. They did a phenomenal job. It looks better than when I got it new. Will definitely be bringing the new car to them regularly!
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Kareem Welch1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Kareem has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
20/10 recently moved to the area and just decided to take a chance & def just earned a consistent customer
staff are very friendly , reassuring , great pricing , service is done with extra care i’m actually impressed great work fr
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Jazz1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Jazz has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Brought my Lexus in today for a detail and I’m really happy with how it came out. They did a great job cleaning everything up and the car looks way better than when I brought it in. Good service, fair price, and they took their time with the car. Definitely a good spot if you’re looking to get your car detailed. I’ll be coming back.
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Shawn G.7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Shawn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Joe was able to help me with my truck same day and was very flexible on time. Did a great job on the interior detail at a fair price. Super friendly and communicative.
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Kendallee12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kendallee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
