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Polar Bear Gas & Wash has long been the service station of choice for our local area residents. Maybe one of the reasons this is so are our exceptional employees! We are committed to retaining the best employees for the long term. Many of our employees are lifelong Central Oregonians.

We even have multi-generational family members working side-by-side, Their experience makes possible the personal customer service on which we have built our reputation.Our affiliation with Shell Oil Products, USA - the nation's premier fuel products and services distribution company - doesn't hurt either.
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Established over forty years ago in beautiful Redmond, Oregon, Polar Bear Gas & Wash and Polar Bean Coffee Cottage are long-time, family-owned businesses with a strong commitment to our community. Polar Bear Gas & Wash has long been the service station of choice for our local area residents. Maybe one of the reasons this is so is our exceptional employees!
The benefits of cleaning your vehicle at Polar Bear are seasonally different - warm temperatures and long periods without rain encourage Central Oregonians to live and play outside more. To many, this means continuing that age-old tradition of hand-washing their vehicle in the driveway.

While a garden hose and sprayer may be an easy way to cool off on a hot summer's day, adding soap and vehicle grease and grime to the mix can have a crucial negative effect on the environment.Untreated wastewater from driveway runoff can directly enter our groundwater system or, through Fall showers, standing waste can eventually flow into area streams and rivers.
Shell is an international energy company with expertise in the exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals. We use advanced technologies and take an innovative approach to help build a sustainable energy future. We also invest in power, including from low-carbon sources such as wind and solar; and new fuels for transport, such as advanced biofuels and hydrogen.
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Reviews (18)
David AriZona
David AriZona
Dec 25, 2021
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The brush with soap didn't work. Not sure if the pipes were frozen.. Nothing was coming out. But the facility was easy to pull in and out of. The wash bays are pretty good size and they have hot water options. You can use credit/debit here to which makes it easier to pay.
North Wild
North Wild
Oct 10, 2021
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Used self serve car wash. I have worked and managed a self-serve and touchless wash and know a bit.. Hardly any soap and no hot water. I spoke to attendants about both issues and they said the soap wash is hot water (nope cold) and shrugged shoulders. No spot free either. Would not recommend at all. Waste of money due to having to locate another wash to use after them.
Kiyel Chase
Kiyel Chase
Sep 16, 2021
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One of my favorite spots if you're looking for a non auto car wash.. Also there is free air on the side by the vending machines a lot of people don't realize that but the air is always on with a very long hose you just need to bring your own tire pressure gauge.
Rachel S.
Rachel S.
Jul 07, 2021
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I've had many car washes here--always great. I just rented a UHaul trailer and service was 10/10.
Frank Koster
Frank Koster
Jun 17, 2021
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Good place to get ethanol free gas if your engine/motor requires it. Nice folks friendly service.
Natalie Clay
Natalie Clay
Apr 14, 2021
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They basically wash your vehicle before you even go through the car wash & give you a towelette for interior. Excellent service. I wish I had a car wash near me that was this good.
Berny Montgomery
Berny Montgomery
Dec 23, 2020
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Customer service is what contribute's to 5 star rating. Also their $12 wash is the best in Redmond (bar none) because they towel dry by hand your entire vehicle! Also as a bonus, fill up with gas before your car wash and get 10 cents off the price of gas at the pump !
Craig Hubbard
Craig Hubbard
Jul 10, 2020
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I drove in from out of state and the polar bear car wash crew worked extra hard to remove all the bug juice off the windshield and front end. Plus they did a great job on the prewash on the rest of my car!
Thank you Polar Bear Car Wah
Laurel Galego
Laurel Galego
Aug 14, 2019
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The young man in charge was literally running to pump gas, to direct cars in and keeping other workers going in the same direction. The actual wash was great for the nine bucks. I hope the owner recognizes his/her employee's for a job well done.
Jeanette B.
Jeanette B.
Jul 25, 2019
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New to the Redmond area. Went to Polar Bear Gas & Wash noon today (close to home): very happy with the job that was done for the price: got the deluxe. Friendly and the wait was decent. It starts getting busy when I was waiting my turn. Will use them again.
Mark N.
Mark N.
Sep 15, 2018
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The price of an ultra car wash is $14., which the sign says includes a towel dry, however they do not dry your car and in fact when you asked them why they didn't dry the car when you paid for it they say the car wash includes a light wipe. They are really just smearing the muddy water around on your car with a microfiber cloth that does not absorb water. When you go home, you will need to dry your car yourself with a cotton towel. Definitely not worth the money. I would pay twice the money for top notch job.
Michael M.
Michael M.
May 17, 2017
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Stopped for gas on the way to Smith Rock last weekend. Nice folks but our 9 year old had to use the restroom and literally had to wait more than 10 minutes for one of the employees to finish his "choice of smoke" in the only bathroom. Very frustrating and bad timing on their part.

I did approach the guy who filled us up and told him how terrible it was his co-worker decided to take up the bathroom so long smoking his mary jane and he was very apologetic which was appropriate. There were even ashes left in the toilet from his "break".

I wouldn't stop here again just in
Jenni G.
Jenni G.
Mar 09, 2017
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I have lived in this area for 11 years and have owned a variety of vehicles. I always make it a point to take my vehicles to Dave's place for either a fill up or to get cleaned up. Dave's team is quick, friendly, and efficient. They take their time and make sure the job is done right the first time.

I owned a black Chevy suburban for 8 years and ALWAYS took it to polar bear to get washed and waxed, and for $12 they will even hand dry it for you too!! WHAT A DEAL!

Dave and his team know how to take care of their customers and their vehicles.

Thanks for saving me time, money, and
Jake R.
Jake R.
Mar 02, 2017
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BEWARE OF THIS CAR WASH! IT WILL DAMAGE YOUR CAR!

I took my brand new Black 2016 Ford F-150 Sport Truck to Polar Bear Gas & Wash (722 NW 6th St, Redmond, OR 97756) on 2/16/17. My truck was purchased brand new on 1/9/17 so it was only a little more than a month old. It had light road dirt on it and this was to be the trucks first wash. I ordered the Ultra wash for $12.00. They first pressure washed my truck and then used scrub brushes on it. Then they sent it through the automated wash. I then drove around to the front of the car wash where they dried it with towels. From there I drove off
Nathan Roberts
Nathan Roberts
Aug 07, 2016
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Great self serve car wash bays. Super high pressure washer to get all the bugs off.
Julia A.
Julia A.
Sep 16, 2015
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I got the basic car wash for my three-week-old 2016 car and took it back around because the car did not come through clean. I was basically told that since I got the basic wash, this was my problem and I should have toweled the car dry.

Never, never again.
Sean N.
Sean N.
Jul 16, 2014
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One of the few places in Central Oregon that offers ethanol free gas that I need for my classic car. Employees are nice and helpful - an above average gas station for sure.
Joyce M.
Joyce M.
Jul 11, 2014
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I have been there several times and they do a good job with the exterior.

There are no car washes in a 50 mi area that do "full service" meaning they vacuum, clean, armor all the interior, clean all windows inside and out. I get the $12 wash but can get "full service" for that in Arizona. Too bad no one takes the opportunity to get into a full service car wash -- they would make a "killing" here. Cars are always dirty inside and out.

I hate washing and vacuuming my car but I am forced to do it but at least I can get a good exterior wash at Polar Bear and