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    Solar Car Wash

    3.2 (127 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Services - Solar Car Wash

    Auto detailing work

    Car wash

    Engine cleaning

    3 More Services

    Self-serve wash

    Tunnel wash

    Wheel and rim detailing

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    Janet L.

    I had a terrible experience at the other location on San Pablo and the owner took no responsibility for that incident. I thought I would give this location another try. Like others who have posted here, the wash completely missed portions of my car. The window and back have stripes of dirt where the machine swiped across but missed whole bits. I emailed the owner (Seth) who took zero responsibility telling me I must have driven in the valley (???) and the machine wouldn't be able to get it clean by going through once. Save your money and go to one of the car washes not owned by this family.

    Roderick T.

    Love this spot! The self service was easy to use and there is always someone there to assist.

    Before the wash the trunk was filthy
    Patrick L.

    I came back a bunch of times for the self wash. It mostly works but the last few times I went, adding more time via the button didn't work and I had to get tokens. Wish the machine took quarters too (although I'm not sure if you can mix and match) My one complaint is that the hoses are sometimes hard to swivel around so I end up tangling it up. Keep one hand up to move the hoses. Tip: the water takes a bit to switch from soap to rinse water (need to empty the hose out) Also, allow extra time for rinsing. I often get soap splashed everywhere even when I try to be directional. Yelp check in got me 4 tokens, not 5 for a full free wash

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    Brittany L.

    When someone is having a really bad day and they ask the attendant working there to please just leave them alone. Even tho they are trying to help. I get it thank you for trying to help but when someone is on the verge of tears and literally asks the attendant to leave them alone and they proceed to enter your personal space takes your card out of your hand and continues to talk to you is not help, Leave me ALONE if I've asked you many times. Idgf if I need help technically I'll figure it out on my own as I told this man. He works here or owns it. Be completely invades your personal space and still is following me to "watch" my car now in the car wash area. Dude leave me ALONE And as I sit here waiting to get my car washed he's literally invading every woman's space and talks to them whether they like it or not. I get you work here bro but leave women alone unless they ask you for your help. And don't TAKE THEIR PERSONAL ITEMS OUT OF THEIR HANDS. I added a photo of him. I haven't seen him invade a single dudes space. Won't be coming back even tho this is my favorite spot. And now another woman pulled up and he walks to her car and sits on his phone right next to her car. You have your blue truck here please go sit in your blue truck until someone needs actual help. Very uncomfortable

    Tire cleaning brush with exposed sharp edges. Will damage your tire.
    Brian H.

    This is my local car wash. It is great for a quick wash. However, they really don't do a great job at upkeep. On numerous occasions I have tried to use their Tire Wash, but it never works. I was there last week and tried to use it again only to find exposed bolts that scraped up my tire. Again, great for a quick wash, but if you are looking for a complete wash, go elsewhere.

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    2 years ago

    This is car wash very nice washing car and chip prices. Recommend)) monthly very comfortable use

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    2 years ago

    Great location, always clean and the vacuums do an amazing job sucking my kids snacks off the carpet and seats!

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    2 years ago

    Consistently a good value and equipment is reliable. The soap is soapy, the wax is waxy. DIY at its best

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    3 years ago

    Paid $9 car wash did not work. Not attendant available. No one answers the customer service line.

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    3 years ago

    I have chosen the top option. Didn't clean at all. Vacuum timer doesn't do even half of the small vehicle.

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    5 years ago

    Reasonable pricing. Car wash is pretty fast and the car came out pretty clean. For an automated car wash, it is on the higher quality side.

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    5 years ago

    Used a coupon for $2 off, so my $9 wash was supposed to be $7 according to the digital screen at the car wash. But my card was charged $10.

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    Chris was really helpful and made it super easy since the instructions are a little confusing and it's not clear.

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    Solar Express Car Wash - Solar Express

    Solar Express Car Wash

    (125 reviews)

    West Berkeley

    Express is the world. This is the place for a quick and inexpensive car wash. It's a bonus that…read morethey use solar power and recycle the water. The price is right, even with the recent price increase. Essentially it's an upgrade on the old school, drive-through car wash where you also vacuum it yourself. I was happy when I found out that Basic Wash is a "Double Wash & Dry." There are two sets of brushes to clean your car and high velocity air dries it pretty thoroughly. There's an attendant to catch any remaining wet spots and clean your windows and side mirrors. Now $15. Wash and shine for $20. Add wax and it's $25. You get discounts for using the app and the monthly plan is basically the cost of two washes.

    I've been a near-monthly customer at Solar Express since this location first opened, but after my…read moreexperience on Saturday (April 4 around 4:30 PM), I will not be returning. Service has been declining over time, but this visit went far beyond poor service -- it turned into a hostile and unsafe situation involving multiple employees. When I arrived, no one was at the entrance. The attendant eventually came out while actively eating and continued chewing during our interaction. He spoke unclearly, gave inconsistent information about my package, and appeared disoriented. After the wash, my wife and I waited for the standard light wipe-down (which I've consistently received before). Instead, one employee stood in the work area eating and ignored us, while another employee who usually handles wipe-downs was elsewhere. Trying not to hold up the line, we moved to the vacuum area. I politely asked the employee if I could borrow a towel to wipe down my car myself. He ignored me at first, then told me to "hold on." When he finally handed me a towel, he refused to let go of it as I reached for it -- twice -- and then told me I needed to "communicate better." Another employee stepped in but didn't help. Instead, he dismissed the situation and told my wife to "mind her business" when she calmly tried to clarify. It escalated further when the first employee told my wife to "shut your mouth." When I told him not to speak to her that way, he became physically aggressive -- squaring up, clenching his fists, and challenging me. At that point, I had to step away from my car and repeatedly tell him to back off and stay away from my wife and vehicle. He eventually backed down. He also made false accusations about me being rude earlier and taking a towel, which never happened. To be clear: - We remained calm - We did not initiate any aggression - We were trying to resolve a simple request What we experienced: - Employees eating while interacting with customers - Being ignored when asking for help - Disrespectful and hostile behavior - Verbal abuse toward my wife - False accusations - Physical intimidation Most concerning: both the entrance attendant and the employee involved in the confrontation appeared to be under the influence during their shifts. This was completely unacceptable and felt unsafe. I strongly recommend management review security footage from this time. Until there is clear accountability and change, I would not recommend this location.

    Solar Car Wash - carwash - Updated May 2026

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