Want to find an auto detailer in the L.A. area

Discussion in 'Generation 1 Prius Discussion' started by hybridtwins, Jul 9, 2011.

  1. hybridtwins

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    Preferably in the Scan Fernando Valley. What I mean by detailing is getting out 10 years worth of the usual wear and tear, i.e. paint chips and dings that are just a bit much to try and attempt to deal with on a DIY basis (at least as an apartment-dweller).

    I've had quotes from Valley Motor Center In the neighborhood of $1,700, and not much better from GTA Auto Body, so would like to find someone a bit more reasonable. It seems like it shouldn't cost more than about $500 or so to have this sort of thing done.
     
  2. Paradox

    Paradox Prius Enthusiast / Moderator
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    IMO, $500 seems low to get multiple dings out, correct paint chips as well as properly detail a vehicle with 10 years of paint damage if not taken care of during those 10 years on a routine basis.