A Clean That Goes Beyond the Surface
Exterior Car Detailing in Broomfield, CO
Exterior auto detailing is more than a wash. At Northstar Automotive Appearance, our exterior detailing packages are built around your vehicle and what it has been through. From a thorough hand wash and decontamination to multi-stage paint polish and ceramic coating application, every package is tailored to deliver results that make a visible difference.
Built Around Your Vehicle's Actual Needs
The Northstar Automotive Appearance Approach to Exterior Car Detailing
Every exterior detail at Northstar starts with an honest assessment of your vehicle's paint and surface condition. We select the right products, techniques, and steps for what your car actually needs. Ask our team about pairing your service with a ceramic coating or PPF for coverage that goes beyond the detail itself.
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Our Exterior Car Detailing Packages
Basic Exterior Package
Starting at
$99
A clean, efficient exterior service for drivers who stay on top of their vehicle's maintenance and simply need a quality refresh between deeper services.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Foam cannon wash
- Hand wash wheels and tires
- No-sling tire dressing
- Paint sealant applied
Superior Exterior Package
Starting at
$299
A great choice for daily drivers that have accumulated road grime, light surface contamination, or a dull appearance that a basic wash cannot address. If your paint has lost some of its depth or the surface feels rough to the touch, this package is where to start.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Two-bucket hand wash
- Foam cannon wash
- Hand wash wheels and tires
- Paint decontamination to remove bugs, tar, and grime
- Clay bar decontamination for remaining impurities
- No-sling tire dressing
- Swirl-free single stage paint polish
Exclusive Exterior Package
Starting at
$599
Ideal for vehicle owners who want the most comprehensive exterior treatment available, including those preparing a car for sale, returning from a harsh season, or looking to combine a deep clean with a surface coating that lasts. Optional upgrade to a 3-year or 5-year ceramic coating is available.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Two-bucket hand wash
- Foam cannon wash
- Hand wash wheels and tires
- Paint decontamination to remove bugs, tar, and grime
- Clay bar decontamination for remaining impurities
- Trim dressing applied
- No-sling tire dressing
- Wheel coating applied
- Paint sealant applied
- Entry-level ceramic coating applied to exterior paint
- Additional cutting and polish paint correction stages
- Exterior trim protectant applied
- Optional upgrade to 3-year or 5-year ceramic coating
$599
Exclusive Exterior Package
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Two-bucket hand wash
- Foam cannon wash
- Hand wash wheels and tires
- Paint decontamination to remove bugs, tar, and grime
- Clay bar decontamination for remaining impurities
- Trim dressing applied
- No-sling tire dressing
- Wheel coating applied
- Paint sealant applied
- Entry-level ceramic coating applied to exterior paint
- Additional cutting and polish paint correction stages
- Exterior trim protectant applied
- Optional upgrade to 3-year or 5-year ceramic coating
Ideal for vehicle owners who want the most comprehensive exterior treatment available, including those preparing a car for sale, returning from a harsh season, or looking to combine a deep clean with a surface coating that lasts. Optional upgrade to a 3-year or 5-year ceramic coating is available.
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Add-On Services
Headlight Restoration
Starting at
$150
Hazy, yellowed headlights are a common result of Colorado's UV exposure. Our service removes oxidized layers through wet sanding and precision polish for a perfectly clear result, then applies a sealant to slow future oxidation. Typical turnaround is approximately one hour.
Engine Detailing
Starting at
$99
A clean engine bay is easier to work on and a sign of a well-cared-for vehicle. We shield sensitive components, apply a professional degreaser, brush out every crevice, rinse, then finish with a protectant on all plastics, rubber, and hoses.
More Than a Clean Car
The Benefits of a Professional Exterior Car Detail
Long-Term Paint Preservation
A professional exterior detail goes further than a standard wash, using decontamination and clay bar treatments to pull out bonded contaminants a hose and soap cannot reach. Over time, that level of care makes a measurable difference in how well your paint holds up.
A Surface That Stays Cleaner Longer
When a paint sealant or ceramic coating is applied as part of your detail, the surface becomes significantly easier to maintain. Water, dirt, and debris are less likely to bond, so your vehicle looks cleaner between washes and each wash takes less effort.
Improved Appearance That Reflects Your Standards
A professionally detailed car communicates that you take care of what you own. Restored gloss, clean wheels, dressed trim, and a surface free of contamination and swirl marks elevate the entire look of the vehicle.
The Right Service for the Right Vehicle
Vehicle Owners and Car Conditions Perfect for an Exterior Detail
The Daily Driver
Vehicles driven regularly in Colorado accumulate road grime, brake dust, and surface contamination faster than most people realize. A professional exterior detail twice a year, particularly after winter, removes the buildup that weekly washing misses.
Vehicles Coming Out of Winter
Road salt and chemical deicers bond to paint, wheels, and trim through Colorado winters and can cause corrosion if not properly removed. A thorough exterior decontamination detail in early spring is one of the most impactful services a Colorado driver can schedule.
Vehicles Being Prepared for Sale or Appraisal
A professionally detailed exterior can meaningfully improve the perceived value of a vehicle. It is one of the highest-return investments you can make before listing or trading in.
Paint With Visible Dullness or Surface Contamination
If your paint looks dull or feels rough to the touch after washing, contamination has bonded to your clear coat. A Superior or Exclusive detail addresses those conditions directly, using decontamination and polish to bring the surface back.
FAQs
Your Exterior Car Detailing Questions Answered
How often should I get an exterior detail?
For most Colorado drivers, once or twice a year is a practical baseline. A detail in early spring to remove winter road salt and chemical deicers is one of the most valuable services you can schedule. If you drive frequently on highways or park outside year-round, more frequent attention is worth considering.
hat is the difference between the three exterior packages?
The Basic package is a quality wash and sealant service for regularly maintained vehicles. The Superior package adds full paint decontamination and a swirl-free polish for a noticeably cleaner finish. The Exclusive package is our most thorough option, adding multi-stage paint correction, trim and wheel care, and an entry-level ceramic coating.
Can I add a ceramic coating to my exterior detail?
Our Exclusive Exterior Package includes an entry-level ceramic coating, and you have the option to upgrade to a 3-year or 5-year coating package. You can also combine a standalone exterior detail with one of our dedicated ceramic coating packages.
Does the exterior detail include the wheels?
All three of our exterior packages include hand washing the wheels and tires. The Exclusive package also applies a wheel coating for added surface care.
What is clay bar decontamination?
Clay bar treatment removes embedded contaminants from the paint surface that a standard wash cannot lift, including industrial fallout, tar, and bonded mineral deposits. The result is a surface that is noticeably smoother and better prepared for any polish or coating applied afterward.
