Mobile Car Detailing Cost Melbourne

In 2026, mobile car detailing in Melbourne costs from $89 for an exterior-only mini detail, $144 for an interior detail, $244 for a full inside-and-out detail, and up to $444 for an ultimate detail on a large SUV or 7-seater. Ceramic coating with paint correction included starts around $750. Because the detailer comes to your home or office, there is no extra cost for travel within the service area — you pay for the package, not the trip.

Melbourne mobile detailing prices at a glance

These are Gloss Go's current prices (currently 50% off regular pricing), which sit at the value end of the Melbourne market for the level of work included:

Add-ons start at $5: air fresheners ($5), trim dressing ($10), pet hair removal ($25+), odour removal ($35+) and headlight restoration ($49+).

What actually changes the price of a detail?

1. Vehicle size

The single biggest factor. A large 4WD has roughly twice the glass, paint and carpet area of a hatchback, so every stage — washing, vacuuming, steam cleaning, polishing — takes longer. That is why prices are quoted per vehicle class rather than one flat rate.

2. Interior condition

A lightly used commuter car and a family SUV after a beach summer are very different jobs. Heavy soiling and pet hair take specialised tools and extra time, which is why they are priced as add-ons rather than built into every package.

3. What the package includes

Cheap "detailing" ads often mean a wash and vacuum. A genuine full detail includes deep shampoo and steam cleaning of seats and carpet, leather conditioning, door jambs, and a protective sealant on the paint. When comparing quotes, compare inclusion lists — not just the headline number.

4. Paint work (machine polishing)

Anything involving machine work — cut and polish, swirl removal, paint correction — costs more because it is skilled, slow work that permanently improves the paint rather than just cleaning it.

Mobile vs fixed car wash: which is better value?

A drive-through wash is cheaper per visit, but it is a different product. A mobile detail brings professional equipment, products and a trained detailer to your driveway, and the detailer works on one car — yours — instead of racing a queue. You also save the hour of driving, queuing and waiting. For most people the practical comparison is: two to three hours of your Saturday versus a detail that happens while you do something else.

How to keep detailing costs down

• Book the right package. If the interior is fine, a mini detail keeps the exterior protected for under $120.
• Maintain between details. A full detail every few months plus quick washes in between costs less than letting the car deteriorate and needing heavy correction.
• Deal with spills and pet hair early. The longer stains bond to fabric, the more time (and money) removal takes.
• Watch for genuine discounts. Gloss Go currently runs 50% off all packages — the prices in the table above are the discounted rates.

Frequently asked questions

Is mobile detailing more expensive than a workshop?

Generally no. Because a mobile detailer carries everything in the van and has no shopfront to pay for, prices are usually comparable or better — and you save the double trip to drop off and collect the car.

Do I need to provide power or water?

With Gloss Go, no — the setup is fully self-sufficient, so the price is the same whether or not you have outdoor power and taps.

Are there hidden fees?

The only extras are the listed add-ons and a possible surcharge for pet hair or heavy soiling, which is confirmed with you before work starts. Travel within the service area is free.

Ready for exact pricing? See the full packages and prices, or book your detail — we come to you anywhere in Melbourne's south east, 7 days a week.