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Glide Xpress Car Wash

Car wash · Memphis, TN · reviewed since 2018

How 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%68+37.1Reliability 24%62+15Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty93−0.7Experts Score= 73Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.73SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#159 of 160 car detailing servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 1%
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,370 Google reviews · 24 photos
86%five-star reviews
4.67★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5.7%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
100%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Glide Xpress Car Wash at a glance

Customers frequently praise the staff for their friendly and helpful service, noting that vehicles often exit the wash clean with minimal residue. The facility offers memberships that include dry off bays, functional vacuums, and mat cleaning areas. However, several low-star reviews describe instances of vehicle damage caused by the wash tunnel, particularly regarding sensors and bumpers. Reviewers also express dissatisfaction with the pricing relative to the basic wash provided and note that the company may refuse service for excessively dirty vehicles.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 1,370 reviews (86% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 1,370 Google reviews (925 with written comments, 52 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 7, 2026.
  • Service: Car Detailing Service serving Memphis, Tennessee.

Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.

Score profile vs other car detailing services

Score per factor (100 = best)Each 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: reliability.

Satisfaction68Reliability62Craft & service93Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 68 (median 96)Reliability: 62 (median 96)Craft & service: 93 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 100)
Glide Xpress Car WashCar Detailing Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 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.Glide Xpress Car Wash: 68/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.B
68
ReliabilityReliability · 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.Glide Xpress Car Wash: 62/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.B
62
Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Glide Xpress Car Wash: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
93
ValueValue · 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.Glide Xpress Car Wash: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 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.Glide Xpress Car Wash: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies 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.Glide Xpress Car Wash: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100

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Star ratings

1,370 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars1,17586%
  • 4 stars776%
  • 3 stars363%
  • 2 stars222%
  • 1 star604%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 925 written reviews

  • Praise67292%
  • Complaints578%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price8445%
  • Reasonable8948%
  • Overpriced74%
  • Not sure74%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude36550%
  • Quality & results16222%
  • Speed & response659%
  • Price & value507%
  • Would recommend497%
  • Communication243%
  • Honesty & trust142%

What customers talk about

We read 925 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Ms Heavenly was very nice and respectful if the world had more people like her this world would be great.”
    “The bald head man that’s the manager is extremely rude and disrespectful…hitting my car yelling at me cause me to yell back at him because how he was…”
  • “Heavenly Was Over and beyond customer keep up the good work!”
    “In December 2025, my car was damaged while inside of the wash tunnel.”
  • “Kevin the assistant manager, found jumper cables for me and had me going in no time.”
  • “Reasonable membership prices if you're disciplined enough to visit the car wash regularly.”
    “Also the wash is not good at all over priced and car will still be dirty!”
  • “I recommend all customers come see at this location!”
    “Never will recommend anyone to go Here !”
  • “He explained the promotion very well, was articulate about it, he knew the product, and was nothing but helpful!”
    “Two types of vacuum ends to ensure you get the hard to reach places.”
  • “She was extremely professional, patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring throughout the entire experience.”
    “They continue to threaten to run my license plates to confirm my membership as if I’m lying this happens every time I come to this particular location.”

People customers mention

  • Jaylen 17 reviews
  • Shaq 15 reviews
  • Pkwy 11 reviews
  • Heavenly 10 reviews
  • Germantown 10 reviews
  • Cordova 10 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Glide Xpress Car Wash for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

JamesLocal Guide · 329 reviewsTotal 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. · 3 days ago★★★★

This is what im use to every since they switched to the other company at my home location my truck never comes out clean..but at this location I didn't have to worry abt harsh soap being left on my vehicle the pressure rinse is something the other company should've kept ..

Melanie1 reviewTotal 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★

Be aware!!!! Not this location but this company!!! They are refusing to fix my 2024 bronco. Their car wash ripped the housing for my sensors, as well as a sensor, off! They are refusing to fix it because I have a soft top and it’s not recommended I use their car wash!! The sensor on the front bumper of my bronco has…

Lynn9 reviewsTotal 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 month ago★★★★★

First time ever going to one of these places where I didn’t have to spend a lot of time trying to get the bugs off my front grill/bumper after a wash:) very pleased with the whole experience all except for the price:( Most expensive place for a basic car was that I’ve ever paid. Not happy about that at all

OverpricedAuto interior vacuuming
VanLocal Guide · 518 reviewsTotal 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 month ago★★★★

It is a good car wash and near by. If there were any wipe down towels in the vacuum area I would have given them a 5 star. But sadly they can't seem to put our the things you just pair for.

Reasonable pricePolishingVacuuming
Julie3 reviewsTotal 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 month ago★

my car was brand new and this place had damage my car… im so mad rn …. what i do to fix this? i have to cancel…

Customer photo from Julie's review
Not sureService not listed
Qua3 reviewsTotal 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 month ago★★★★★

Ms Heavenly was very nice and respectful if the world had more people like her this world would be great.

Vacuuming

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,370 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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James CLocal Guide · 329 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This is what im use to every since they switched to the other company at my home location my truck never comes out clean..but at this location I didn't have to worry abt harsh soap being left on my vehicle the pressure rinse is something the other company should've kept ..

Melanie lott1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Melanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Be aware!!!! Not this location but this company!!! They are refusing to fix my 2024 bronco. Their car wash ripped the housing for my sensors, as well as a sensor, off! They are refusing to fix it because I have a soft top and it’s not recommended I use their car wash!! The sensor on the front bumper of my bronco has nothing to do with my soft top!! Terrible business!

Cierra BurnettLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cierra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I’ll be back soon! Shoutout to Heavenly for going above and beyond!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Busyness: Not busy
Marquita Brown6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marquita has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I love heavenly!!! She has a welcoming spirit

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Polishing, Vacuuming, Auto interior vacuuming
  • Busyness: Not busy
Response from the owner · a month ago

Marquita, we love hearing Heavenly made you feel so welcome. She truly brightens our team. Her attention, combined with our premium wash and ceramic protection, helps keep that high-gloss finish lasting longer. We appreciate you sharing this and hope to welcome you back soon.

Lynn Pyles9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lynn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

First time ever going to one of these places where I didn’t have to spend a lot of time trying to get the bugs off my front grill/bumper after a wash:) very pleased with the whole experience all except for the price:( Most expensive place for a basic car was that I’ve ever paid. Not happy about that at all

  • Price assessment: Overpriced
  • Services: Auto interior vacuuming
  • Busyness: Not busy
Response from the owner · a month ago

Lynn, we’re glad the wash removed the bugs and left your front end looking great. We appreciate your feedback about price as we work to balance premium results with value. Our ceramic protection helps reduce bug residue and keeps a longer-lasting shine. Please come back anytime, we’d love to see you again.

Gabriel Mckenzie10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gabriel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Heavenly Was Over and beyond customer keep up the good work!!!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Gabriel, hearing Heavenly went over and above made our day. We’ll make sure she sees this praise. Our premium wash with ceramic protection helps keep that high gloss looking great longer between visits. Come back soon, we’d love to see you again.

Delvron Gray1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Delvron has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Heavenly was great!!!!!

  • Price assessment: Not sure
Response from the owner · a month ago

Delvron, what a great note. Heavenly will be thrilled to hear it. She brings energy and care to every visit, and our premium wash with ceramic protection helps keep that fresh high-gloss finish longer. Come back anytime, we’d love to help again.

Tequila Hardy1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Tequila has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Really great servis thanks to Heavenly

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Polishing, Vacuuming, Auto interior vacuuming
  • Busyness: Busier than usual
Van PhillipsLocal Guide · 518 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Van has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

It is a good car wash and near by. If there were any wipe down towels in the vacuum area I would have given them a 5 star. But sadly they can't seem to put our the things you just pair for.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Polishing, Vacuuming
  • Busyness: Not busy
Response from the owner · a month ago

Van, we appreciate you noting the convenience and overall quality. We understand how wipe-down towels in the vacuum area make a big difference for those finishing touches and keeping a high-gloss look after a premium wash. We will pass your feedback to the team to review towel stocking. Please come back soon, we would love another chance to earn that fifth star.

Julie Nguyen3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Julie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

my car was brand new and this place had damage my car… im so mad rn …. what i do to fix this? i have to cancel…

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Services: Service not listed
  • Busyness: A little busy
Response from the owner · a month ago

Dear, Julie Nguyen. This is not the standard we hold and understand the disappointment in your experience. We know finding damage on a new car is very upsetting, Please contact our support team and or [email protected] so we can review the details of claimed damage , year make and model of the car , so we can look into it as soon possible . Sincerely, Glide Xpress, Your Community Car Wash.

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