With the weather being foggy and our vehicles are parked outside all the time, they were pretty dirty. We decided to go for a two-fer . Lunch and a car wash. We had sparkling image downtown around noon time. As they took the car in for a wash and wax, we went in for a burger and fries. It's a comfortable place. The burger was good. There was just enough fries. And it was reasonably priced. By the time we finished eating, the car was almost ready. They did a nice job. We are likely to do this again. read more

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Great customer service and very professional. Clean and offers variety of deals on car washes. You can grab a bite to eat while you wait. Many people don't know they offer delicious fried jalapeños. The burgers are fat and juicy as well. Plenty to choose from in the drink department. read more

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I brought my Ram truck in today to have its interior detailed. Juan the site manager and his assistant did a fantastic job. When Ingot my vehicle back it was the cleanest that it had been since I drove it off the dealers lot. Well done, gentlemen. read more

Treated nice here a Sparkling Image with a smile,welcome & a Thank you. Staff members are always pleasant and do a very nice job read more

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For $60 I would expect for the bird poop to at least be cleaned off. I will not be going back. read more

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When I came to this car wash, my car was pretty dirty from travel, so I spent $90 for one of their best services to get it cleaned, through the wash and hand washed. When I got it back 10 minutes later, it was inexcusably dirty. The guy told me that it's their managers fault for prioritizing speed over cleanliness. I explained to him that for $90 I would have expected them to have all 3D elements removed from my car, no streaks left by my doors, etc. He apologized and offered to take it through again and hand wash again, they got it perfectly clean and I was very happy. Today was my second experience (only a week after my past wash). I explained the previous experience and the guy promised me it should be clean this time. He even signed me up for the unlimited wash. I had good hopes since we had communicated my expectations. However, when I received my car, it again had all of the same 3D elements I arrived with and dirty marks. (Photos from today are below) Mind you, a lot of the 3D elements I scratched off myself after inspecting it, when a worker approached me with a microfiber cloth and asked if there's an issue. I told him there's still crust on my car, but I'll handle it because at this point I'm just over the moon with disappointment. I will consider that I got the less expensive $36 wash this time, however I find this to be ridiculous and a waste of my time and money. The windows looked cleaner which is good, however, overall I'm disappointed with my experience here and will be cancelling my membership during my next visit. The people working here are nice, but niceness doesn't make up for poor work. It's a car wash... I would expect it to be clean, not a half fast job. I live downtown and got this membership as a way to have a beautiful car, keep it maintained, and for convenience since I live in an apartment. This car wash is should be a resource for the hard working people of downtown Bakersfield to enjoy reliable and quality car washes. I'm disappointed that it is not. I'm going to opt to buy some car wash soap and wax and take it to my parent's house. My mom said I can pay her $20 to do it and I know she'll make my car actually look like it's been washed and won't play me with charm and niceness. read more

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Took my truck in a couple weeks ago to get a full detail. 350 dollars for the best detail they've got. Upon getting my truck back they didn't bother to clean inside the rear door storages and cup holders. When I opened my tailgate it was completely untouched as well. There was wood chips a couple of pieces of trash and it's still coated in dirt (I do have a folding tunno cover) but they didnt even make an effort to clean it at all. 350 dollars for a detail is steep for a half clean car. read more

First of all, $28 for a car wash? Seriously! For less than that I can get unlimited car washes at a drive-thru and get a cleaner car. When I got to my car, there were water spots on the hatchback window and the door itself, and the wheel wells were full of dirt and mud. The interior of the car wasn't any better - dust on the dash & console, the doors had not been wiped off, there was something unidentifiable stuck on my steering wheel which I cleaned myself, and the floor mats were all still dirty ... not sure they even vacuumed the car. Best thing about the place was the cheeseburger, and that would be the only reason I would go back. Worst car wash ever and not worth even half of what I paid. Value? NONE ... not even worth my time. read more

What an awesome experience. Not only was this a cheap and well executed car wash, interior and exterior, it was equipped with a waiting area that holds the 34th deli and cafe. The service was friendly, food delicious and end product fab. My car looked great rolling out the lot. Got an even better deal by filling up the tank before getting the wash. And now, up for 5 days, I can go back and get a free exterior wash. I don't care what the haters have to say, this place rocks. read more

What a great bunch of guys working there always so nice and greeting great prices from them and the lube shot next to them. I got a oil change and detailed car was wash for dirt cheap. And I don't put cheap oil in my cars and I'm ver particular on my cars being washed but I've never had any problems with sparkling image at all. read more

Well I've been coming to this car wash since the '90s even though it's changed names and all that good stuff they pretty much give you pretty good quality car washes and oil changes it's downtown pretty easy accessible from the street and they always do a good job can't complain prices have gone up in the last few years but it's all worth it If you love your vehicle like I do 34th Street Cafe those burgers are always on point but I didn't get anything to eat this time but if you're waiting to get your car wash going and get your grub on read more

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I was traveling through Bakersfield and wanted a quick car clean. I went to the Sparkling Image H st location and asked for an interior cleaning. For $75 and about a 45 min wait I was very impressed with the results! I do have a golden retriever who sheds a lot. We do have a seat cover but it still gets all over. The guys at Sparkling had it clean including seats, trunk, console, side pockets and cup holders. I was curious about the reviews and checked on yelp and was surprised by the 2 to 3 star average mainly citing rude service or poor cleaning, I did not find either! The waiting area was also very comfortable with what smelled like delicious Hank burgers in the little restaurant. I would definitely come again for the price, quick turn around and overall experience! read more

I was less than thrilled after getting my van back from the full package detailing that cost well over $200. First thing to notice was a HUGE crack that went vertically from the bottom of the windshield almost to the top, when I spoke with the manager they stated it was due to a chip. While that may be the case with most vehicles I was entirely sure that there was no chip prior to me brining it in. Setting the crack aside my experience was still unpleasant as I did pay for the full detailing interior exterior and all, but they missed multiple obvious spots. I did request the spots be cleaned and was met with hesitation, but they did agree to re-do those spots. My husband and I have both had a few less than satisfactory experiences, I'd recommend looking into other detailing options. read more

What a waste of money. What did we just play $30 for? The outside looked like junior high kids did it but the inside looked like a toddler with little attention span did it. It looked like it wasn't wiped down or vacuumed. Don't waste your time or money here because they have no work ethic or motivation to do the job their getting paid to do and it shows in their work. read more

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They did a great job on a bumper to bumper detail, highly recommend. Fair prices and only took 1.5/2 hrs.

I'm pregnant and my body was hurting so I thought I'd treat myself and get my car done for me instead of going to mister and doing it myself. Paid $36 plus a tip and I'm so dissatisfied. The outside looked ok, but the inside is still a mess. They didn't even "dust" or wipe down the inside. When I first got in my car there was stuff still all over the center console area. I got back out and asked them to vacuum that part up. These pics are after I asked them to clean the console area. They were polite about it, but I didn't think think I needed to check everything. I feel like multiple things I paid for including the air freshener & other steps were skipped. read more

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For the price that we paid I was expecting something better. I didn't take a picture but headlights arrived also dirty. Really disappointed at their performance. Quality was not up to par. I wouldn't want to return. read more

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Pedro helped me out today, everything was quick and clean! Only had to wait 35 min for an oil change and car wash. Come by!

7.18.24 went to get a full detailed Carwash. It was $75 which is kind of pricey but they did a great job. It took about an hour give or take. They had a lounge area that was pretty big. I would recommend forsure. read more

I wish I had read the reviews before trusting this carwash. DO NOT take your vehicle to this car wash. I had scratches and what not before on my car by one of workers. I know that things happen but at least be honest. I never filed a complaint until they broke my radio causing several hundred dollars' worth of damage due to the need to replace the broken panel. The manager, Fernando Lopez, and the assistant manager, Jose Estrada, kept saying that "the guys are trained not to turn on anything." What does that even mean? They told me that Lisa Sacco, their insurance person from supposedly their corporate office denied my claim. She blamed someone else in turn when I finally spoke with her. What kind of business causes a customer hundreds of dollars in damage to their property and essentially responds "oh well?" Do yourself a favor and find somewhere else. Better yet just take it to Costco car wash. Just buy yourself some car towels to dry off the excess water. Preventing the stress of poor customer service is worth a few minutes to take care of your car yourself. read more

Honestly, I thought since she was spending a ton of time on my car that it would be spotless, and for $70 I kind of expected it to be. Not the case, there is still basic bug residue on the car. I wouldn't come here for any more than a basic wash anymore. read more

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40$ for what, they didn't even vacuum or clean the inside of my car. I sent my boyfriend to get my car cleaned, first mistake! He gave them a 10$ tip for a shit job, never again! read more

Cashier really rude. employees very unprofessional Ask them a question and couldn't even reply polite maybe they're having a bad day but bad for business last time coming here! read more

My wife went there yesterday.the wash was just ok, bugs left on the front of her white suv. The people wiping the car down don't do a good job. They do a poor job on the inside and want a tip. There needs to be a quality control person checking cars before they wave their towel saying the car is done. It's pricy to pull in there and have a lousy experience like this. I won't be buying any gift cards here anymore. AC read more

Terrible. Second time paying over $120 for interior detail and they didn't even touch any cup holders or center console area. I'd love to have good service here because of the convenient location, but there no way I'll spend another dollar here. Talked to them last time about this and nothing has changed. Used to be a great place to come, sad to see this decline. Spend your money elsewhere!!! Update: The manager, Austin, refunded me and offered to fix it. Unfortunately, I had already spent too much time sending it through twice, but Austin was very professional and showed a great deal of concern. Hopefully these issues will be resolved and we can start going back. read more

I was offered a free car wash if I returned within five days of the detail which I received on my truck would be honored. Due to one day being completely rained out and another day looking like rain I put off getting my car wash and was one day late. I talk to the management who said he could care less if I was a returning customer so I left him, tore up my receipt and his face. I will never go back. read more

A month ago I took my car to get washed here, the guy who drove my car into the car wash damaged my front left rim by hitting the extremely wide entrance. I immediately noticed but was first told it couldn't have been the car wash that damaged by car which it clearly was, the powder coat on my rim was literally still on the spot were they damaged my car so I of course took picture. They wrote a damage report and a week or so later a manager on the east coast contacted me and sent me to get an estimate at the auto shop they recommended. They have ghosted me for a couple weeks now and now I have to file a claim with my insurance company and let them deal with it. TRASH BUSINESS! Don't risk damaging your car here, the wash itself are subpar anyways. read more

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Had a complaint but they took care of it so took it from a 1 to 4 star. They do a decent job but definitely could be a little better. I think when you pay out $160 for a detail they should go over it with you to make sure everything is to your liking. read more

This is a terrible car wash. Employees starting with management are so DISHONEST They lie! I went in to get my car wash. I always get an express wash, but this particular time as I was exiting the tunnel I was instructed to pull to the right (to get my vehicle dry) I heard a big pop. My drivers side back tire popped. Another employee immediately noticed and told me to pull by the detailing area instead. They filled an incident report, however now they are saying I went over the rail when I never did. They also told me the manager Juan offer my husband to watch the video when he never did, he told my husband when he went in the next morning he hadn't gotten time to look at the video. ( so why lie)They also stated no one told me to pull to the right when literally after putting the towels in my hood the employee headed out to the right where they where going to dry my vehicle. ITS a such a SHAME to have this UNPROFESSIONAL employees running a bussiness. I DON'T recommend going here Take your business else where. All this happen in the white lane & Gosford location. read more

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Great customer service. Wonderful people, they're very helpful. Give them a try if you want a quick good wash.

Don't bother. Talk about a bad job. The employees that wipe your vehicle down missed the passenger side completely. When I complain it went in one ear and out the other. Wash your car at home, it will come out better. read more

I've had a membership with Sparkling Image for years. Austin the GM and his guys always do a great job. My girlfriend and myself are always taken care of. Worth the membership for sure! read more

Took my jeep here with expectations of a clean exterior and interior, as it is a detailing business. Paid $125 not including the $20 tip given before looking at the car. (Our mistake). I'll just say I could've gotten a better wash next door at mister for $15. The exterior was left dirty with mud and even a bird poop. The interior looked like it was just half wiped with a rag. All crevices had dust and even rocks in the seats. When we arrived home we had to wipe it down our selves and it took minimal effort to get it clean. Please don't waste your money. read more

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Stopped in real quick to get oil changed in our car. It was $39.99 for an oil change and a car wash. Just seemed a little spendy for a basic oil change and wash. Oh well, staff seemed pleasant. read more

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Poor inside job. Had to ask to redo the vacuuming. Seats weren't vacuumed at all. Dash wasn't wiped down. Even after the redid it, it still was poor. Payed almost $30 for basically an outside wash. read more

I'm stoked with the service I got the other day! Michael did such a GREAT job getting my dirty seats & floor mats cleaned! Anthony noted a faux-pa I wanted in writing. Everyone was nice and seemed to be in good spirits. The pricing was great! And, I was a walk-in for the detail! Thanks everyone! read more

Just your average carwash. They have wash options you can choose starting from $14.99 and above. They have a nice waiting area. Both inside and outside. Plenty of snack and drink options. Chevron gasoline pumps. Oil service station. 34th burger and deli. Which I have heard gets good reviews. Good customer service, the guys try their best to get your vehicle out quIckly. Lastly it is located in a good area. Easy access back on to the roads ether location. Only downside is they only have single toilet restrooms. read more

Sparkling Image Car Wash - Car Wash Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Paid $40 for a wash that the first guy kept recommending. They'd supposedly do interior & exterior & this is how they left my car. Oh & they didn't give me my air freshener read more

I went to Sparkling Image Car wash downtown with high expectations and excitement for a nice clean car, and left disappointed. The full service detailing missed MANY parts inside the car that I expected to be clean, especially for the price I paid. More importantly, there was a thick gunky residue left on the driver window, that was NOT THERE before. despite the blame from employees and manager, the gunk was not there when we arrived. 3 employees looked at the gunk and each one gave a completely different excuse, which put the blame on me. The manager was unprofessional and asked the question in a very demeaning way "I have one question for you, what do you think we have here that would leave that on your window?." It is very obvious that the residue was applied from a rag after cleaning another dirty car or gunky part of a car. It was on the window in streaks. The employees here are so ridiculously incompetent that they did not know what chemicals to use to remove the gunk, they tried several sprays and got nothing off, (water based sprays was the problem). When the manager suggested he use a razor blade (on the tint!! Not glass) I had enough and decided to leave because I would rather use my own elbow grease to clean it than have him spread it more and cut up the tint. This was a very disappointing experience. The employees, supervisors, and even manager all behaved very unprofessionally, shifting blame to the customer and acting like they enjoyed being in a debate. I will not be returning here, and if you value your car and your dignity, DO NOT shop here. All that aside, the guy who works the initial drive through where you pick your wash was professional and very nice! (1pm Monday 1/13/2020) read more

Took my F350 in for a good wash after I got stuck in some mud. I had prepped the vehicle by taking it to a spray off wash and getting the big thick mud off but needed a little more attention from the professionals to get it cleaned. I told them there was mud in the hard to get spots, inside needed work etc. I got an off the cuff price and agreed to basically whatever they wanted to get it cleaned. 2 hrs later I picked up my truck to find it still dirty! Mud in my mirrors, floor mats never touched. Dust in my door controls... I took it right back and sat for another 1.5 hours to still find dirt in my vents and my tires dirty. The person I was working with said "it was very dirty" and to that I say isn't that why I bring it to the professional?! We definitely won't use this place again. read more