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    Detail Authority

    4.8 (65 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Services - Detail Authority

    Paint and exterior protection

    Protection

    Tint application

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    Tint removal

    Tint repair

    Window tinting

    Vehicle wrapping application

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    Vu N.

    Just ordered a Tesla Model Y and looked up this place to get PPF done on the front and ceramic around the rest. Prices were so so since they are located inside the beltway but the service and communication on what needed to be done was very spot on. They also did a great job. Photo attached. Give them a try.

    Getting its one month paint protection checkup and wash.
    Lawson E.

    Detail Authority is my go-to car detailing shop. They installed a front paint protection film wrap and a did a full ceramic coating on my Tesla Model 3. Randy, the owner of the shop, is up front and honest. He describes your options and presents pricing with no beating around the bush or "gotchas." Randy also hosts periodic open houses for guests. We attended a recent Tesla Takeover event that had catered barbecue, demonstrations on how they wrap cars and even a raffle benefitting a police charity organization. I can't recommend Detail Authority enough. All of their products come with a warranty and they stand by their work. Their shop is spotless and you will get the quality and service you expect.

    I did black film to my Tesla. But I realized they are too expensive and some bubbles on the film. So I asked them about the film. When they replaced the film, my car damaged the paint. They didn't fix it and cover the film.

    Paul and Dan did an exceptional job not only with ceramic coating my Integra Type S, but fixing up a botched PPF job from a prior vendor. Wouldn't go any place else!

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    Outstanding work. Excellent finish on the vehicle. Good pricing. Easy communication. Highly recommended.

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    I had my 2020 MX-5 Miata convertible fully wrapped in XPEL PPF with a ceramic coating on the car and wheels.

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    I can't say enough great things about Capitol Shine--this team is absolutely top-tier. I brought in…read moreour BMW X6 last year for a ceramic coating, and they completely knocked it out of the park. The attention to detail is next level--every inch of the car was treated with care. The wheels and tires looked brand new, the interior was spotless, and the finish on the exterior was flawless. What really sets them apart is consistency. Every time I go back, they deliver that same "new car" look, feel, and even smell. It's honestly addictive. I've gotten so many compliments on how good my car looks, inside and out. They also hooked me up with a lifetime discount on detailing packages, which means I'm a regular now--and happily so. A quick tip for first-timers: they're located on the bottom level of a parking garage, so you'll need to grab a ticket to enter. Don't worry though--the team will take care of letting you out so you won't be charged for parking. If you're looking for a detailer that truly cares about their work and consistently delivers amazing results, Capitol Shine is it. Five stars all the way.

    I want to give Capitol Shine a 5 star review as a long time customer, but I just can't…read more For being in Arlington, they are probably the best detail shop if you need a detail. Very thorough, and while their price is high it's in line with the area. The issue I had was with their tint jobs. I've had 5 vehicles tinted at Capitol Shine, and while the first 4 were absolutely flawless, the 5th one had to be redone *three* separate times for major issues -- I'm not talking about a little speck of dust here or there, but major contamination. The final time they tinted the last vehicle, they ended up damaging the leather in the car by letting the tinting spray sit on the leather under the window for too long. To their credit, they apologized and refunded me for the tint job -- but I still had to go and have the leather replaced, which was a major pain in the ass. So, if you're looking for detailing - A+ work. If you're looking for tinting, be careful.

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    During the pandemic, I purchased a classic van. It came without a stereo; the previous owner…read moreremoved it. I had a small budget for something temporary so I purchased a Pioneer unit on Amazon. Afterwards, I contacted Hot Tint in May 2022. They responded to me that day and told me to stop by the shop. I made an appointment for later that week. When I arrived, I asked them to install the unit and a backup camera. I can't recall how much time it took but it was done in a reasonable amount of time and I'm happy with their service. I called a few other shops around this time. A couple had other projects and couldn't get to me for a few months. A couple of others didn't want to touch the van because of its age, manufactured in 1989. Hot Tint was straight-forward. They said let them see what I have and they'll let me know if they could use what I had or needed something else. I appreciate that approach. I did have a couple of problems but they were responsive. While driving home, my radio rebooted twice. The cable came loose so they told me to return to the shop so that they could fix it. The second is my clock resets to 12:00 every time the vehicle is restarted. They told me to bring it by so that they can fix it but I haven't. I'm rarely on the screen to see the time and just had other priorities. I mention these items to show that they were responsive and willing to troubleshoot the problem. I rate them high also because there are many mechanics and technicians who can work on a classic vehicle but refuse to do so. There are a handful like Hot Tint that jumps right in and do the job. I'm finally ready to add an amp and subwoofer so I will be contacting them again soon.

    I've worked with Hot Tints and Sound many times in the past and always had great experiences, so I…read moreassumed this visit would be the same. I was happy to schedule tinting and a remote start installation. Unfortunately, my experience walking through the door this time was immediately negative. I understand I was 39 minutes late, but the front desk representative repeatedly emphasized how important their time was, without considering other factors like traffic. The constant badgering made the situation uncomfortable and unprofessional. Ultimately, I decided to leave because the interaction didn't feel respectful or customer-focused. This is not the best way to treat a returning client who has had positive experiences before.

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    The crew at ClubExec demonstrated something rare and genuinely valuable, and they deserve…read morerecognition for it. I had a fuel spill in my truck the same day a storm rolled through. With a hectic work schedule, I was stuck driving around with the windows down just to tolerate the smell. Fortunately, I found these guys. I initially set an appointment but was called into work and had to cancel. James was completely understanding. What really stood out came next. I explained that I couldn't make their standard appointment times because I don't finish work until later in the afternoon. Instead of shutting it down, James worked with me and told me to reach out once I was off so we could figure something out. That level of flexibility and professionalism is what earns repeat business. They took care of the issue, and now I can drive around in 18° weather with the windows up. Big thanks to the team, I'll definitely be back to have the rest of the truck cleaned up.

    For Mother's Day this past year, I requested to have my car detailed. It's the primary vehicle that…read moretows around our kids and as you can imagine, there are literally crumbs in every corner and crevice of the car. Using their mobile detail service (where they come to you), we went with the Ultimate Detail which was a full deep clean inside and out. The two-person team did a fantastic job at getting my car clean! They arrived within their 1-hour window and finished in under 3 hours. I thought the price was fair compared to other companies that I looked at with similar services. I tipped the team both directly via Venmo. After filling out their online inquiry form, I was contacted within a few hours and was able to coordinate via text, to include a reschedule due to rain. The quality of detailing work itself was excellent. The mobile option was super convenient and it's definitely worth checking out.

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