Car Detailing Guildford

Professional Car Detailing Services in Guildford

Your car picks up more than miles on Guildford’s roads. Stone chips along the A3, brake dust from stop-start traffic through the town centre, tree sap from a weekend parked under the oaks. Over time, even well-maintained paintwork starts to lose its depth and clarity. That’s where we come in.

At Detail Driven, we provide a complete range of detailing and paint correction services for clients across Guildford and the wider Surrey area. Our purpose-built studio in Paddock Wood, Kent is under an hour’s drive away, and we offer collection and delivery to make the whole process simple and convenient.

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Bespoke and Tailored To Your Needs

We understand that every car has a unique history and unique requirements, and that every car owner has a different schedule and budget. Each of our detailing packages is customisable to ensure your vehicle gets the care it needs.

Mini Detail

One day service, a deep clean throughout using modern detailing techniques and processes.

Enhancement Detail

A three-day overhaul, improving appearance, basic protection at a more cost efficient price.

Paint Correction Detail

Transforming the appearance of any vehicle through multiple stages to rejuvenate and revive the appearance removing swirls, scratches and general wear and tear.

Bespoke Detail

Bespoke in its nature, this service allows us to follow any steps necessary to restore or revive any vehicle to the highest possible standard through any means necessary.

Pricing

1 Day Service

Mini Detail

One-day service: Thoroughly cleans and refreshes both the interior and exterior of your vehicle.
Light engine bay clean: More thorough and comprehensive than a normal valet.
Complete exterior decontamination: Removing stubborn bonded contamination.
Interior and Exterior – Comprehensively cleaning all aspects.
Spray wax application: Adds protection and shine, leaving your car fresh and well-maintained.

Starting From

£300

+ VAT

3 Day Service

Enhancement Detail

Comprehensive three-day service: Includes a deep clean of both the interior and exterior.
Light machine polish: Revives dull paintwork, reduces light swirls and scratches, and enhances the car’s finish.
Protective layer application: Provides lasting protection for up to 12 months.
Detailing touches: Polishes exhausts, dresses plastics and rubbers, and conditions leather for a refined look.
Refreshed and revived presentation: Ensures the entire car looks immaculate and well-maintained.

Starting From

£750

+ VAT

4-5 Day Service

Paint Correction Detail

4-5 day comprehensive process: Begins with a deep clean and decontamination of your vehicle.
Paint inspection and masking: Prepares the surface for precise correction work.
Multi-stage polishing: Removes swirls, scratches, and imperfections, enhancing gloss and clarity.
Long-lasting protection: Options like ceramic coatings or PPF are available for an additional cost.
Pristine finish: Ensures your paintwork looks its absolute best with a dramatic improvement in appearance.

Starting From

£995

+ VAT

Tailored Service

Bespoke Detail

Tailored experience: Designed for those who demand the highest level of automotive care.
Customised to your vehicle: Addresses specific imperfections based on a detailed inspection and consultation.
Enhanced aesthetics and protection: Improves your car’s appearance and protective qualities.
Premium detailing standard: Includes long-term protection options such as ceramic coatings or PPF.
Visual inspection required: Ensures we can fully understand and meet your vehicle’s unique needs.

Priced Upon

Inspection

+ VAT

Please note that these starting prices are subject to variation based on the size and complexity of your vehicle. We will assess your specific requirements, ensuring you receive a customised solution that meets your needs and budget. They also do not include the additional cost of the application of ceramic coatings; pricing is reflective of the detailing and correction work only. We are committed to providing transparent pricing and unmatched quality to enhance and protect your automotive investment.

What Our Car Detailing Covers

Every vehicle that comes through our doors is assessed on its own merits. We work through a methodical, multi-step process to clean, correct and protect each surface using professional-grade products and equipment.

Our detailing services for Guildford clients include:

Full exterior decontamination, clay bar treatment and safe wash process
Single or multi-stage machine polishing to remove swirl marks, scratches and surface defects
Interior deep cleaning, leather restoration, fabric shampooing and steam cleaning
Ceramic coating application for long-lasting paintwork protection and easier aftercare
Engine bay cleaning, plastic and rubber dressing, and exhaust polishing

We don’t hand back keys without first walking you through aftercare and maintenance advice, so the results hold up long after you leave.

Why Guildford Drivers Choose Detail Driven

We’re a small team with high standards. Founded in 2010 by Darren, Detail Driven has grown from a driveway side project into one of Kent’s most respected detailing and protection studios. Every job is completed in-house by our trained staff, inside a studio fitted with specialist lighting, climate controls and professional-grade tooling.

Our process is thorough and unhurried. We don’t move cars through quickly or skip steps to save time. Each vehicle is given the attention it needs, with work typically spanning one to five days depending on the service and the condition of your paintwork. Doing it properly takes time, and we’d rather get it right.

We’re certified Modesta ceramic coating installers and work with some of the most respected product brands in the industry. For clients looking for additional protection, we also offer paint protection film (PPF) and window tinting from the same studio.

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Testimonials

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   Adrian Colley  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service Excellent customer care 10/10
  
 
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   Caroline Roe  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Writing as "Petrolheads" we have just picked up the second car that Darren has treated for us. Both came back beyond our expectations. Darren is extremely professional and nothing is too much trouble. His approach to pricing is clear and informative. We cannot recommend him highly enough, irrespective of the size of job.
  
 
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   Erkan fotali  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Darren great job 👏 your attention to detail is amazing. So happy with what you have done to my car. You have turned my 22 year old classic car into a showroom car standard. Keep up the good work and thank you.
  
 
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   David Hart  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service. Work carried out exactly as quoted to an impeccable quality. Highly recommended
  
 
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   Max Sparks  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was recommended to Detail Driven by a friend and I’m very glad I took their advice.

Darren has done an outstanding job on my black Transit van. The paintwork had suffered from heavy swirl marks and was looking tired, but after Darren worked his magic it now looks better than it did when it was brand new.

His attention to detail, knowledge and skill are second to none, and the finish he has achieved is absolutely incredible. You can tell he genuinely takes pride in his work and wants to achieve the best possible results for his customers.

Thank you, Darren, for bringing my van back to life and making me enjoy owning it again. I would highly recommend Detail Driven to friends, family and anyone looking for a true professional detailer.
  
 
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   David Underwood  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brilliant.  I couldn’t be happier.  I opted for PPF over the whole front and key areas on the sides.

My car might only be a Mazda and not a Lamborghini but it looks a million dollars now and thanks to Darren’s brilliant work it will do so for many years to come.

Great experience, prompt work and good communication all round.

Thoroughly recommend.
  
 
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   Nick Fish  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Darrens eye for detail and his want for a professional OEM finish is what puts him in a different league to other PFF installers. He is polite, well priced and keeps you up to-date along the process. I wouldn’t hesitate to take future cars to him. Thanks again.
  
 
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   Peter Boardman  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’m absolutely chuffed with the work Darren has done on the car. It looks more impressive than when I bought the car on NY Eve just gone. The PPF is seamless and the paint transformation is unbelievably good. A must for anyone who is looking to maintain the aesthetics of their beloved motors.
  
 
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   Paul Drayton  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Have used Detail Driven a few times now and every experience has been fantastic. Darren is super focused on detail and ensures that everything is perfect. Nice bloke, great pricing and superb service, highly recommended!
  
 
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   Louise Lord  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ben was amazing today! My car was disgusting after a business trip in the storm to the midlands. Now, it looks amazing and beading away.
He also recommended putting a tinted ppf over my  rear lights as I was saying how I didn’t like the look. Now the are tinted and I’m so much happier with the look of the car!
Next is to de-chrome which Ben is also able to do.
Definitely be returning to him for this being done!!
Thanks Ben!

Get in Touch

If you’re in Guildford and want car care that goes well beyond a standard valet, we’d love to hear from you. We’re happy to discuss your vehicle’s needs, provide an honest quote and arrange collection from your home or workplace. Call us on 01892 833019 or fill out our online enquiry form to get started.

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