San Marcos Car Wash
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San Marcos Car Wash
We are a family owned and operated full-service car wash and detail center, located in North County San Diego, CA. Our experienced staff, competitive prices, and exceptional customer service set us apart as North County's premier full service car wash. With over 25 years of experience in the car care industry, we provide customers with the most modern equipment and a well-trained staff of professionals.

We offer a wide variety of services designed to protect your investment and keep your vehicle looking its best. In addition to our selection of car washes, we offer professional detailing services for your vehicles. The guys always do a thorough wash job and dry job on our cars. Clean the interiors well and always put found money and other under-the-seat objects on the front passenger seat.
Reviews (19)
Bonnie K.
Bonnie K.
Jan 21, 2022
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I have a brand new BMW X3 washed my car on Monday and it rained. Brought it back on Tues for a rain wash. I looked at all my rims on Monday. After leaving today one of my rims was very scratched up. Big dig marks. The management asked if I went to the snow and used chains. I just started laughing. This car is brand new. Only hand washed at BMW!!! Skip this place.
Jesse F.
Jesse F.
Dec 13, 2021
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Usually go to sparkle and shine off the freeway on Encinitas Blvd but tried these guys out. Never again.

Showed up at 330 to get a wash and vacuum. Asked them if they could spend a little time on the scratches I pointed out. They said they don't have time. Place closes at 5 and there were no people ahead of me. Makes no sense! Their excuse was the detail guy leaves at 4, which is odd since they close at 5. I said no need for him, anyone can do it. They said no.

Imagine arriving at a restaurant an hour and a half before it closes and they tell you they don't have time to serve you
Lauren S.
Lauren S.
Nov 28, 2021
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This is my go-to spot for a car wash. I'm really picky about where I get my car washed and I haven't been disappointed by this spot. The staff working the front are always friendly, respectful and make me feel welcome. They do a good thorough job on my car and I'm never waiting too long for a wash. Recommend this spot if you're looking for a good spot to get your car washed.
Jennifer B.
Jennifer B.
Oct 16, 2021
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I want to THANK The assistant manager Rodolfo for giving me such an AMAZING experience. He left my car looking brand NEW, like if I just got it out the dealership.
worth the price, & Will MOST DEFINITELY come back for another detail !
Sean F.
Sean F.
Jul 26, 2021
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Best car wash in San Diego! They are fair priced and most importantly - they make sure the customer is always happy. I've been taking my vehicles to this car wash for over 15 years! They feel like family - plus the waiting area, bathrooms, lobby area, etc. are always spotless! Do yourself a favor and visit this place, you won't be disappointed.
Toby Z.
Toby Z.
May 04, 2021
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NEVER AGAIN!!!!!! Keep TRYING to give this company a chance to redeem themselves. But Unfortunately they're just plain BAD!
Purchased a exterior wash and interior detail. Dropped it off, and they were to call when finished.
They LITERALLY called in about 30 minutes. There's NO Way you can do a quality job in that time. Went back to get it, and immediately saw it was a complete sub par job. Had to go ask the RUDE female cashier to have the manager come out to see my vehicle. The manager never did come out.... ever! Another worker did come over and touch up SEVERAL areas that I pointed
Edward T.
Edward T.
Apr 26, 2021
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Disappointing day. Got up early to get maintenance done. Was one of first 3 vehicles in for a wash. Asked for the usual, Platinum Service, that includes a $10 added charge for having a LARGE vehicle. PAID, walked out and noticed cars being driven back thru vacuum ports.
Went back in to ask Attendant if car wash was down, he says 'they are fixing the chain or else your car will be stuck.' Well, information that would have been nice prior to asking for the Platinum Service or paying. The guys and gals do great work, IF everything runs like it's suppose to. Still my go to spot for
Jay-R. L.
Jay-R. L.
Feb 26, 2021
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I am not going to give it 1 star because though I am overall UNHAPPY with my experience, there are things that were in their favor and proved to be of positive note.

Preface - I took our Lexus GX SUV to have the Platinum Package completed which entails the following per their website as well as signage outside

Exterior wash
Undercarriage wash
Rust inhibitor
Full polymer protectant
Wheel cleaner
Tire dressing
Polish wax
Windows cleaned inside and outside
Interior Vacuuming
Doorjamb Cleaning
Full Wipe Down
Interior dusting wipe down and clean
Waffle air freshener

At first glance, everything looked
Taylor M.
Taylor M.
Jan 28, 2021
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Horrible customer service. What company offers a coupon then tries to tell you you need to print it out yet no where on the coupon does to say to print it out. Never experienced a business who has employees who would rather argue with customers than read the lines of their own coupon. Sad day when a customer has to educate the employee on their own policies
Keith A.
Keith A.
Jan 06, 2021
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I used to go to their sister company in San Marcos but it went out of business in 2020. Luckily Encinitas car wash takes the car wash certificates that I bought from the San Marcos location.

Went for the first time last week and they are following covid protocols with wearing a mask and limiting the number of people inside, etc.

Luckily it was not crowded at 9 am on a Saturday and only 3 or 4 cars total.

They could not figure out my hybrid and thought I still had the keys when the keys were in the car and the car was running, but they kept shutting it off instead of putting it in drive to move
Arlene D.
Arlene D.
Sep 11, 2020
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Car wash was fine. Cashier girl was not very nice or helpful. It was our 2nd time dealing with her. Won't be back because of her.
Ryan W.
Ryan W.
Aug 22, 2020
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Broke my windshield and didn't care about it. Said they aren't responsible. I had no cracks and it came from the very bottom under the rubber on the front. Clearly was hit by one of their appliances. Won't be returning again.
Suzie M.
Suzie M.
Aug 05, 2020
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Had a car wash yesterday and it was awful. First off took 45 minutes of waiting with very few people there. When our car finally made it out, they let it sit in the sun for 20 minutes so of course it was covered with water stains. One very tiny man was trying to dry the car. (small SUV).
Spots all over the car and he didn't clean the roof. This experience has nothing to do with the virus.!!!!!!!! Bad management and not enough employees.
Fabiola A.
Fabiola A.
Jul 31, 2020
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They were quick but one would think that they would do a prestige job when charging $24 (+tips) for a gold car wash. I found my back doors didn't get clean since I could still see marks of my dog's drool. The dashboard wasn't clean well either. There were sand on the mats and in the trunk, and some of the windows had streaks on them. Lastly, the tiny yellow marks that fall from the trees and flowers were still all around the car's exterior. I'm very disappointed and I know times are rough, but these are basic expectations.
Jan N.
Jan N.
Jun 29, 2020
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Amazing service!
I had my car washed on Saturday and it rain Sunday and Monday. I didn't have the receipt to proof but the cashier was able to find my receipt and I got my car rewash
Richard S.
Richard S.
Nov 09, 2019
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I never looked at Encinitas Car Wash YELP score before today but there is a reason the overall score is 2.5 - very poor car wash service!

Purchased one of the top tier washes and found multiple dirt spots that where not cleaned. Asked guy who was signaling "it's all done" and he said "those don't come off" didn't even try. Went home, used a paper towel, little water and a small amount of elbow grease - spots came out easily.

AVOID THIS PLACE!
Julia F.
Julia F.
Oct 01, 2019
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Don't forget to bring your coupon! They always have coupons on their website but they must be printed in order for the coupon to be honored. They have a variety of coupons but I assume the most commonly used one is for $4 off a gold, silver or platinum car wash. Today I had a gold wash (Under $18 with discount) and the interior was not cleaned thoroughly. I can still see dust on my dashboard and the wheel wasn't even touched. The interior isn't cleaned whatsoever, only vacuum. Great place for a quick car wash in the middle of the work week. Tends to get extremely packed on the weekends
Eva D.
Eva D.
Mar 16, 2019
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DO NOT GO HERE!! If I could give zero stars, I would. Bought the "platinum" wash. There were bird crap spots left all over the exterior. Inside was still dirty because they barely vacuumed. Cupholders weren't wiped down and dash was left dusty. Included in the platinum wash says external trim wiped down with trim protectant, but it most definitely was not.

I went right back in to show the manager, Sergio, and asked for a refund. He refused. He told me they would rewash and detail the car instead but that would take another 45+ mins after I'd already been waiting a long time
Robert T.
Robert T.
Apr 06, 2018
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This place has really gone downhill. My Fiance took her car in this past week, asking for a Gold Service, and it went through without being vacuumed. And when she pointed this out to one of their people, he gave her a hard time about it.

I'm done with this place.