GOLD COAST PRICE GUIDE · UPDATED 26 SEPTEMBER 2026

Gold Coast car detailing prices.

Compare published packages by the work included, vehicle size and price conditions—not just the headline number.

These are advertised examples from the businesses below, not an average market price or a quote for your car. Availability, condition and travel can change the total. Prices are Australian dollars. Where GST is not explicit, we show “GST to confirm”.

Wash and maintenance

A maintenance wash is for ongoing care, not necessarily a first deep clean. Check whether a lower recurring rate requires an initial detail, a fixed schedule or a vehicle-condition assessment.

Provider & package	Advertised price	Vehicle & scope	Check before booking
The Auto Detailers Maintenance Detailing	$148.50 From · small vehicle · GST included	Small vehicle; larger sizes cost more Exterior wash Interior maintenance clean Fortnightly or monthly schedule	Requires a previous Mini Detail. Source starts at $135 excluding GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
Buff N Go Detailing Essentials Detail	$165 From · GST included	Confirm price for your vehicle Exterior wash and wheel cleaning Vacuum and light interior clean Windows and door jambs	Starting price subject to inspection. Heavy pet hair and stain treatment may cost extra. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
Attention Detailing Standard Inside & Out	$129 From · GST to confirm	Small, medium and large quoted individually Exterior hand wash and wheel cleaning Interior vacuum and surface wipe Glass, door sills and boot cleaning	Starting price changes with size and condition. Request a GST-inclusive quote. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
TC Automotive Standard Detail	$99 Hatch, sedan or wagon · GST to confirm	Hatch, sedan or wagon; SUV/4x4 costs more Seats, mats and carpet vacuumed Interior trims, windows and touch points cleaned Exterior hand wash and wheel clean	SUV and 4x4 price is advertised as $120; confirm vehicle class and GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
R1 Auto Exterior Silver	$145 Advertised · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment not stated Snow-foam hand wash and towel dry Wheels, arches and tyres cleaned Bug and tar removal; clay bar if required	Exterior only. Customer supplies a water tap and power point. Confirm the final GST-inclusive price for your vehicle. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26
TC Automotive Deluxe Detail	$130 Hatch/sedan/wagon · GST to confirm	Hatch/sedan/wagon; SUV/4x4 costs more Standard interior vacuum and surface clean Exterior hand wash and wheel clean Trim dressing and spray protection	SUV/4x4 price is $160. Machine cleaning and extraction are not listed. Confirm GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26
Define Detailing Exterior Detail	$100 From · GST to confirm	Small/medium/large classes; final price to confirm Exterior hand wash and dry Wheels, tyres, arches and trim Ceramic spray protection and glass	Ceramic spray protection is not a full ceramic coating. Final quote varies with size and condition; confirm GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26
Aussie Gleam Essential	$219 From · GST to confirm	Confirm price for your vehicle Foam pre-wash and hand wash Full interior vacuum and surface wipe Windows, wheels and tyres cleaned	Starting price; ask whether vehicle size or condition changes the quote and confirm GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26
Signature Detailing Signature Exterior	$120 Advertised · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment not stated Pre-wash foam and hand wash Bug removal Wheels washed and hand-microfibre dry	Exterior only. Confirm vehicle-size adjustment and GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26

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Interior cleaning

A vacuum removes loose debris; shampooing and extraction are separate treatments. Compare seats, carpets, boot and door trims individually. Check whether leather receives cleaning, conditioning or both.

Provider & package	Advertised price	Vehicle & scope	Check before booking
Buff N Go Detailing Interior Revive	$180 From · GST included	Confirm price for your vehicle Heavy-duty vacuum Seat shampoo and extraction Interior surfaces and windows	Heavy stain treatment is separately quoted after inspection. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
Attention Detailing Full Interior + Quick Wash	$220 From · GST to confirm	Small, medium and large quoted individually Standard Inside & Out inclusions Carpet and mat extraction Leather care or upholstery shampoo	Vehicle condition affects the quote. Confirm GST and treatment for specific stains. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
Define Detailing Interior Detail	$125 From · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment to confirm Carpets and leather deep cleaned Interior surfaces detailed	Final price depends on size and condition; confirm treatment for specific stains. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
R1 Auto Interior Platinum	$195 Advertised · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment not stated Cabin vacuum and surfaces sanitised Carpet and seat steam clean or extraction as required Leather and vinyl protection	Interior only; extraction is conditional on need. Customer supplies water and power. Confirm GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26
R1 Auto Interior Ultimate	$295 Advertised · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment not stated Interior Platinum-type deep clean Pet-hair extraction Carpet shampoo if required	Interior only. Ask how much pet hair and stain removal the quoted visit covers; confirm GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26
Signature Detailing Signature Interior	$140 Advertised · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment not stated Interior vacuum and surface cleaning Plastic trim scrubbing Floor mat and carpet deep clean	Extraction is not specified. Confirm treatment for stains, vehicle-size adjustment and GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26

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Interior and exterior

There is no single package scope across these providers. Compare the cabin and exterior separately: a wash and vacuum may not include fabric extraction, paint decontamination or machine polishing.

Provider & package	Advertised price	Vehicle & scope	Check before booking
The Auto Detailers Mini Detail	$275 From · small vehicle · GST included	Small vehicle; larger sizes cost more Exterior wash and decontamination Interior vacuum and surface cleaning Light fabric shampoo and glass cleaning	Extraction and paint correction excluded. Source starts at $250 excluding GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
Signature Detailing Signature Elite	$230 Advertised · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment not confirmed Interior vacuum and surface cleaning Floor mat and carpet cleaning Exterior wash and wheel cleaning	Extraction is not specified in this package summary. Confirm GST and final scope. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
Aussie Gleam Elevated	$299 From · GST to confirm	Confirm price for your vehicle Exterior wash and interior vacuum Carpet shampoo and upholstery steam clean Leather conditioning where applicable	Confirm GST, vehicle size and any additional treatment required. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
R1 Auto Interior & Exterior Silver	$245 From · GST to confirm	Confirm vehicle size and price Interior surfaces cleaned and cabin vacuumed Carpet or seat steam cleaning or extraction as required Exterior wash and dry	Customer supplies water and power. Check the listed vehicle size and final scope on the package page. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
Define Detailing Full Detail	$200 From · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment to confirm Deep interior detail Exterior detailing Protective coating described; confirm exact product	Confirm what coating and preparation are included. The provider says size and condition can change the quote. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25

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Pre-sale preparation

A pre-sale detail should address what a buyer will see in photos and at an inspection. Compare interior cleaning, glass, exterior finish and any paint enhancement. Ask which work is worthwhile for your vehicle rather than assuming the largest package is needed.

Provider & package	Advertised price	Vehicle & scope	Check before booking
The Auto Detailers Pre-Sale Detail	$682 From · small vehicle · GST included	Small vehicle; larger sizes cost more Interior steam cleaning and extraction Exterior wash and decontamination Paint enhancement	Full paint correction excluded; stain removal depends on condition. Source starts at $620 excluding GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
Detailed GC Pre-Sale / Market Ready	$299 Booking-menu price · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment not confirmed Pre-sale preparation service Exact treatment list needs confirmation	The menu lists 1.5 hours; confirm scope and realistic duration for your vehicle. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
R1 Auto Pre-Sale Detail Ultimate	$495 Advertised · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment not stated Full interior clean and extraction as required Exterior wash, three-stage cut and polish Wax resin finish and photo-ready presentation	Confirm realistic paint outcome, vehicle size and GST. Customer supplies water and power. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26

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Paint correction

A one-stage enhancement and a multi-stage correction involve different work. Ask for an assessment of the finish, the proposed process and realistic limitations. Deep damage may require work beyond detailing.

Provider & package	Advertised price	Vehicle & scope	Check before booking
Buff N Go Detailing Deluxe Detail	$480 From · GST included	Confirm price for your vehicle Interior detail and steam treatment Decontamination Single-stage machine buff and wax sealant	A single-stage buff is not the same scope as multi-stage paint correction. Confirm the finish you want. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
Attention Detailing Full Detail + Machine Polish	$350 From · GST to confirm	Small, medium and large quoted individually Full Interior + Quick Wash inclusions Machine polish Interior and exterior clean	Confirm whether this polish suits your paint. Provider locates correction work at Nerang; GST needs confirmation. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
TC Automotive Ultimate Detail	$450 Hatch or sedan · GST to confirm	Hatch or sedan; larger vehicles cost more Interior and exterior detail Single-stage paint correction Engine bay degreased and rinsed	Wagon, SUV and 4x4 price advertised as $550. Seat machine cleaning is an optional extra. Confirm paint outcome and GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25
R1 Auto Exterior Gold	$195 Advertised · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment not stated Exterior wash and wheel cleaning Single-stage polish for lighter swirls and scratches Wax resin protection	Exterior only; this is a single-stage polish. Customer supplies water and power. Confirm the final GST-inclusive price. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26
R1 Auto Exterior Platinum	$295 Advertised · GST to confirm	Vehicle-size adjustment not stated Exterior wash and decontamination as required Stage-one cut and stage-two polish Wax resin protection and wheel cleaning	Exterior only. Paint results depend on condition; confirm the intended correction and final GST-inclusive price. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26
Aussie Gleam Pro	$399 From · GST to confirm	Confirm price for your vehicle Elevated interior and exterior inclusions Spot stain treatment and engine-bay clean Clay bar treatment, machine polish and wax	Machine polish is listed without a stage count; ask about expected paint outcome and confirm GST. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-26

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Ceramic coating

Compare the wash, decontamination and paint correction included before the coating. A coating-only starting price and a package with multi-stage correction are not equivalent offers.

Provider & package	Advertised price	Vehicle & scope	Check before booking
Detailed GC Ultimate Ceramic Protection	$1,550 From · GST to confirm	Confirm price for your vehicle Ceramic protection package Preparation and coating specification to confirm	Ask which coating, preparation, correction and aftercare are included. Confirm GST and curing arrangements. Published source ↗ Source checked 2026-09-25

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Why two “full details” can cost different amounts

Start with the vehicle and work, then compare the prices. Vacuuming differs from extraction; a spray sealant differs from a professional coating; polishing may be an additional service. Recurring maintenance rates can require an initial deep clean. Ask about pet hair, heavy soiling, access and travel before accepting a quote.

How we compiled these examples

DetailScout, operated through Next Gambit, summarises public provider information and links to the original pages. This is desk research, not a test booking or inspection. We show vehicle and tax conditions rather than declaring a cheapest or best provider. Read our comparison method or send a correction.

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