I had been here once before with no issues, but I definitely do not plan to return. I came today and literally got yelled at while pulling in- "Pull up! Let's go! I don't have all f***ing day!" Yeah, I'm not comfortable driving faster than a slow pull forward into any kind of car bay where I have to line my tires up properly. I'll go somewhere where I'm not berated for that next time. read more

Not too shabby. They have a complex of a drive thru wash, a manual wash, and a vacuum station. I opted for the first to clean up the bugs guts that did a number on my windshield during a drive to and from Grand Rapids earlier in the week. For $12 I did the top level drive thru wash. It did a pretty good job and my car was nice and clean for the most part. The only complaint? It didn't do a very good job of cleaning the windshield that needed the most love. I'll have to go back and do it manually to get it completely cleaned off. So for a basic "my car is a little dirty and I want to get it clean" job this place does a good job. For more tough stuff it may not hurt to either go to the manual section or be prepared to some touch-ups after. read more

Lighthouse Car Wash - Car Wash Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Hey, shout out to Yelper Briana K., a BIG thank You!! I currently have a clean car thanks to your review on "Lighthouse Car Wash", on Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor. I could read the sincerity in your reviews, 'always receiving reliable service and detail.' So I trusted you Yelper, and took my car there! I had a dirty car, having just traveled across our beautiful country, in said vehicle. There were lots of dead bugs & dirt everywhere, mostly on front of the vehicle. After "Lighthouse Car Wash" all dirt & grime gone! Yay!! BTW, tell a 'Team Member' if there's bird poop or bugs stuck on your car. They have special spray treatment that removes questionable material. read more

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I came back because I couldn't get with my regular car wash I found and things have improved. My car was caked with with road and they paid a lot of attention to it. They did select the incorrect wash for what I paid for, but the main thing I wanted was the front cleaned. Thanks! read more

Lighthouse Car Wash - Unbrushed front. No attention to detail. - Car Wash Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

After reading very mixed reviews here, I thought I would give this place a chance. In fact, I'd just returned from a 2000-mile road trip which left my car in great need of some exterior love. My timing could not have been better! I'm happy to say that Lighthouse did not disappoint. Having that one-minute direct interaction w/the 'pre-wash attendants' to make specific requests (e.g. my entire front grille was covered in insect remains) made a big difference. Those guys spent a lot of time and elbow grease getting all that extra 'baked-on' dirt/debris off my car before the automatic drive-through wash took over. My car exited out the other side looking just beautiful. Kudos to everyone at Lighthouse! read more

It's a decent spot for using the self washing bays. I avoid automated car washes due to fears of scratches from the foam scrubbers. The self spray section is located behind the automated wash and is open for use 24 hours a day which is nice. The self spray cost $2.00 to use and the machine only takes quarters. You should get about 3 minutes of use before the machine will beep for more quarters to add time. There is a cash exchange machine but, you can only exchange $1 and $5 notes. Higher notes will have to be exchanged at the office of the auto wash section. The place works, but it could be better. The cash exchangers could be better since they often seem to break down and can't accept bills above $5. Also, $2.00 for about 3 minutes is steep. You should get more time for the cost in quarters. Overall, if you want to get a self spray clean it's there and it works. read more

I live off a dirt road and with all the rain, I come here at least twice a month. Never had a problem until today. The running boards on my car tuck up underneath the car and pop out when you open a door. I always ask if they will spray down the running boards. It's not perfect, but they usually give a quick spray down. Today the sprayer guy was rude and barely let me finish my request when he said 'No'. There wasn't a huge line behind me but still he could've taken the time.With all the options out there you can bet I will not be back. read more

I asked if they could get the bugs off my front fender. So the guy yells bugs. The two guys ignored that and took the sprayer and sprayed slightly down the side of my car. When I was finished I pulled to the side to check my car and bugs still there and also the bugs on my windshield. I spent $16 on the car wash. I will find a better place to get my car washed read more

Got my undercarriage "cleaned" yesterday pulled out my spare tire from underneath today my tire was flat its full of dirt and mud which means the underneath did not get washed even though I spent $14 on a wash. read more

The workers smoke while they prewash your car. It's disgusting and unprofessional. I hope management puts an end to this.

Been coming here since I relocated to AA from SF Bay Area in 2016. I love this place especially the old fellas and some young ones who are nice. But that just changed today, Dec 26th. Well, the boys were nice and helpful except for the kid collecting payment right at the entrance of the wash prior to driving thru. Came here this late afternoon for the usual Best Plus $14 which includes underwash which is essentially the reason why always come back to this place. This time it was different from the other experiences from the past thou - 1st, the kid didn't wrote any code on my windshield. Usually, it's 5-11. I assume they write this down for the fellas further through the carwash who will key in the code to have the appropriate wash. This time instead the first kid just did a hand signal to the kid inside. Monitoring thru the process the kid inside did not keyed in 5-11. In the past, as I go through the process I watch how the machines activate and see the light indicator turn on to show you that you're getting that type of wash/service to your vehicle. Also, it kind of gives you that sense of gratification. This time, the light indicator for the Underwash did not light up. After completing the wash I drove back to the front and walked up to the kid to tell him what just happened. First, it seems that he doesnt hear me at all until another kid came up and tap him on the shoulder to get his attention. After thanking the kid I face the other kid and explained to him what happened. Instead of listening to me and trying to understand what had happened, he in turn just told me that it is impossible as it will always activate. As I was trying to explain to him that it did not happen he started to walk away from me and heading into the building. I was like - did this kid just turned his back from me and walked away! WTF! Okay, it's not worth it - it's only $14. Is it really worth it to argue with a KID?! Not coming back to this place! read more

I don't take my BMW anywhere else for a simple wash. $12 manager's special gets your car the works. However besides a good wash the best part of the purchase is the multiple strong blowers at the end of the wash that COMPLETELY dry the car. As your car is being dried you can look to the left at a large mirror that shows you how great you look in your clean car. P.S. Lower cost washes are available. read more

Best car wash in town! Those guys busts their butts and never cut corners when it comes to making sure you car is clean. I never go anywhere else! read more

The only place I've been going for car wash for the past two years... I don't go often in the spring/summer/fall, but during the winter times, I'll go once every two weeks, depending on the snow and salting of the roads... usually gets the middle option ($8)... always happy with the wash I get at Lighthouse. read more

If u want clear coat scratches and dents go here. Zippys is a much better close option

My car was clean but still had stains on it. Pretty fast and only good for a quick wash

I paid for the top of the line car wash and it was sub par at best. I only stop at car washes that towel dry the vehicles before you leave and this car wash looked like it fit the bill so I stopped in for a wash. I left with a water spot covered vehicle with some areas that were still dirty. I had to re-wash my vehicle when i got home. read more

This has always been my favorite place in town to take my car to get washed. They do a good job, are reasonably priced and I appreciate that they are privately owned. I'd rather support a local business than a chain or franchise. Mom & Pop stores for the win. You know that the business is good cause they have been around FOREVER. I remember going here growing up as a kid. read more

Not impressed. Go there only if your car is clean already. Don't expect it to be thoroughly cleaned. Went there after a long trip with bug splatter on my windshield. Little was removed and upon telling staff that my windshield was still dirty I was told that there was nothing they can do. DON'T GO THERE IF YOU WANT YOUR CAR CLEANED. read more

I can tell this is a Mom & Pop place I love how they do things old school like prep the car before they send it though ( spray pre-treat brush etc) however they don't do interiors which is kinda if a bummer but they will give you a free moist towel if you ask and there's plenty of Vacuums in the front and back where they also have 5 do it yourself coin operated wash bays one other thing at the end is it has touchless powerful blowers, which I didn't like at first the're super loud but its better than a guy dropping his towel on the concrete and swirling scratch marks on my Husbands Audi (that happened at a Carwash in Northville, overall vehicle came out great and the cashiers where very nice read more

Cars were lined up on a busy Saturday. I was about 10 feet behind the car in front of me, reaching in my pocket to get tip money, when the attendant started yelling at me to hurry up. I rolled down my window to give him a tip: he kept screaming at me that I was holding everyone up. When I asked him to calm down, he told me to "get the f--- outta here"! For real. Like a Curb Your Enthusiasm moment. As I was going thru the car wash a trim piece fell off the car in front of me. Will start going to car wash place on Zeeb. read more

I can't imagine why there are so many negative reviews. I got the "better" $9 wash, and my bug splattered windshield came out crystal clear. Effective and efficient. I'll be back. read more

5 stars for do-it-yourself stations, 1 star for the automatic "PLUS" car wash. I left with shiny tires, but I ended up having to go over my car again for cleaning the windows, headlights, and grill. Save your money and get a better job done by washing your own vehicle! read more

I entered the car wash with a perfect wind shield, and exited with a crack in the wind shield. When I returned to let them know, the guy was immediately extremely defensive. He claimed there is no way that the car wash could have caused a crack in the wind shield. I didn't expect them to pay for it, as I suppose it is theoretically possible that that the crack has some other cause. I didn't actually see or hear anything hit the wind shield when I was in the car wash. It was just astonishing how defensive he got, so quickly. He showed no curiosity about considering what might have happened. I just thought they might want to know if there was something malfunctioning with their equipment. read more

Strange!!!!! I just went through the wash and paid for the best plus $12 plus a $2 tip. The guy that took my money told the young man starting the wash " #4 " what that means i don't know. But when i went through i did NOT get the tripple foam or the rain x. So i went back around and told them what happened. Now the young starter had a look on his face that said he did what he was told to do which was a #4. So i go through again and its all there. Now what is going on here. I hope the guy taking the money isn't trying to make extra cash by selling one thing and giving another. Hummm just keep an eye out for what you paid for. Thank you read more

easy and effective wash! nice people working there too

I have always gone to Lighthouse, it is the closest car wash to my house. I have been continuously pleased by their service. This morning I had bugs all over my car after a roadtrip and the guys took extra time to get every last stick-on-bug off. I so appreciated this extra time and effort! Thank you! read more

I just paid for the $12 car wash and upon entering the bay, one worker disappeared and the other was doing good... until he engaged the track to send me on my way. Basically, only one side of the vehicle was being hand washed for the places the machine misses. Upon inspection when dried, the fender wells were still covered with mud/dirt, there was mud still in the running boards and the wheels were not touched by either attendant. This will be the last time I go to this location. I've been going for a long time, but the last several washes have been very poor. Paying that much money for a half-hearted wash is pretty poor. Also, the attendant taking the money needs to have more personal demeanor when dealing with the public. Seemed to be more of a bother than someone happy you are they so they can get paid. I took pictures and will be speaking with a manager. Don't waist your time, if you do.. don't spend the extra money... get the basic and save yourself $6. read more

As a friend of mine said, "Is it too much to expect that when I give you $10.00 to wash my car that it might actually come out clean?" What a waste of money!! read more