The Ultimate Tesla Car Detailing Guide: Protecting Your Investment with Precision Care

Introduction

Welcome to the ultimate guide for Tesla car detailing services, brought to you by San Diego Select Detailing. As a Tesla owner, you understand the importance of protecting your investment, especially when it comes to the delicate paintwork that defines your vehicle's sleek appearance. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the best practices and specialized services for Tesla car detailing, with a particular focus on paint protection and ceramic coating.

Mobile Tesla Model Y Detail

Understanding Tesla Paint: Why Protection Matters

Tesla vehicles are renowned for their cutting-edge design and advanced technology, but their paintwork requires special attention due to its susceptibility to damage. This is why you see so many Tesla owners getting ceramic coatings, wraps, and PPF straight from the factory. Tesla's factory paint is known to be relatively fragile compared to traditional automotive paint, making it more vulnerable to scratches, swirl marks, and environmental contaminants. Protecting your Tesla's paint not only preserves its aesthetic appeal but also maintains its long-term value, while getting a wicked shine at the same time.

The Importance of Ceramic Coating for Tesla Owners

Ceramic coating is a revolutionary protective treatment that forms a durable, transparent layer over your Tesla's paintwork. This nano-ceramic coating provides unparalleled protection against a wide range of environmental hazards, including UV rays, bird droppings, tree sap, road salt, and more. By creating a hydrophobic surface that repels water and contaminants, ceramic coating helps maintain your Tesla's showroom shine and makes cleaning a breeze.

Our Tesla Car Detailing Services: Precision Care for Your Electric Car

At San Diego Select Detailing, we specialize in providing premium car detailing services tailored specifically for Tesla vehicles. Our team of expert detailers understands the unique needs of Tesla owners and utilizes industry-leading techniques and products to deliver exceptional results. Here's a closer look at our Tesla car detailing services:

Exterior Detailing

Our exterior detailing services focus on rejuvenating and protecting your Tesla's paintwork. We begin with a thorough wash and decontamination process to remove dirt, grime, and other contaminants. Next, we perform paint correction to address any imperfections such as swirl marks or scratches. Finally, we apply a high-quality ceramic coating to provide long-lasting protection and enhance the gloss and depth of your Tesla's paint.

Interior Detailing

Experience the luxury of a pristine interior with our interior detailing services. We meticulously clean and condition every surface, from the dashboard to the seats, using premium products that are safe for Tesla's unique interior materials. Our goal is to ensure that your Tesla's interior looks and feels as good as new, providing you with a comfortable and enjoyable driving experience.

Tesla Interior Detail

Wheel and Tire Care

Your Tesla's wheels and tires deserve special attention to maintain their appearance and performance. Our wheel and tire care services include thorough cleaning to remove brake dust, road grime, and other contaminants. We also offer tire dressing to enhance the appearance of your Tesla's tires and provide protection against UV rays and cracking, and premature wear.

Glass Coating

Protect your Tesla's glass surfaces with our specialized glass coating services. Our hydrophobic glass coatings repel water, dirt, and contaminants, ensuring crystal-clear visibility and reducing the need for frequent cleaning. The ceramic coatings for glass also help work with the ceramic coating on your paint to create a continuous and complete layer of hydrophobic protection - making the car very easy to clean, and not allowing anything to stick.

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Paint Protection Film (PPF)

For ultimate protection against rock chips, scratches, and road debris, consider our paint protection film (PPF) services. PPF is a transparent, self-healing film that provides an additional layer of protection for your Tesla's paintwork, preserving its pristine appearance for years to come.

Book Your Tesla Car Detailing Appointment Today

Invest in the long-term protection and maintenance of your Tesla with San Diego Select Detailing. Schedule an appointment today and experience the precision care and expertise that sets us apart as the premier choice for Tesla car detailing in San Diego.

Conclusion

Your Tesla deserves the best care and protection available, and San Diego Select Detailing is here to deliver. With our specialized Tesla car detailing services, including ceramic coating, paint protection film, and more, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing that your electric dream is in expert hands. Protect your investment and maintain your Tesla's showroom shine for years to come with San Diego Select Detailing. From North Park, La Jolla, to Point Loma - San Diego is here to serve your Tesla wherever we are needed.

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Will was AMAZING! My car needed full interior detailing from rain getting inside this winter, and it hadn’t been fully cleaned in years. He scheduled me ASAP and was super thorough when going over the process. He picked up the car from me and brought it back quicker than expected so I didn’t have to go anywhere, and it looked new on the inside. It had a new car scent and all the seats and floors that were damaged from rain/dirt were totally clean. I’m so happy with the services and feel like it’s a different car now - I would recommend him to anyone in SD :) !! Thank you so much!!

Adriana Minicozzi

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Had an amazing experience with San Diego Select Detailing. They did a fantastic and thorough job of detailing my new car after it was transported from a dealership in another state, and also detailed two other vehicles at our household (one of which had laundry detergent spilled in the trunk). Each car came out looking fantastic. They come fully equipped to do a professional level detail job at the location of your choosing, which was very convenient. Can't wait to use their services again.

Audrey Hoel

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I had Hyundai Elantra detailed before gifting it to my sister. Will and Ed were able to accommodate me same day which was really nice of them. The fact that they come to you is also very convenient.The car looked as good as the day I bought it from the dealership. My sister was so stoked. She was beaming the whole three hours we were handling insurance and DMV stuff

Andrew Dyson

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We had an amazing experience getting our car detailed. They come directly to your home and bring all of the necessary supplies! Will was incredibly professional and responsive when arranging the time and figuring out details. Pedro came right on time and did a beautiful and meticulous job detailing the inside and outside of our car. It looks brand new and smells amazing. We will definitely be using their services again. Highly recommend!

Micaela Mariner

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San Diego Select did a full interior/exterior detail on my Lexus and I couldn't be happier with the result. My car looks and smells brand new. Incredible customer service - even received a follow up text the next day making sure I was satisfied with how everything looked. It's convenient - they come to you so you don't have to wait anywhere and pricing is extremely fair for the service. Would highly recommend.

Anna C

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great auto detailer in San Diego. If you’re looking to get your car detailed in San Diego, these guys are the best

Nate S

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I would 100% use them again! After I got sick in the car and we couldn’t get the smell out, they worked wonders and got us in same day!

Meghan Mazer

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First time getting my car detailed ever and I am so unbelievably happy with the outcome that I wish I would have started with them a long time ago!!! Will was so sweet and friendly over the phone, he quickly gained my trust:) My car looks and smells brand new! I will be back in 6 months to upkeep. Seriously these guys are so good:)

Justine Meadows

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Really kind! Did an amazing job with interior and exterior.

Siena Gross

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I've worked with Will and his team to fully detail my Tesla and Harley Davidson  and have monthly washes set up.  Will and his team are wonderful and always do a great job!

Charlie Redden

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why Should I Detail My Car?

Perfection & Protection.

Frustrated with everything that the car wash leaves behind?
Does your paint not shine like it used to?
In love with your car and want to preserve your investment for the long term?

That is why we are here. Not only do we leave you with flawless results, but we make sure that your paint, leather, and other materials are protected for years to come. We will treat your car (and you) like one of our own.

Do I need a "Shampoo Treatment"?

The shampoo and hot water extraction is the best possible care for your FABRIC seats.

We will bathe your seats in thick foam shampoo, agitate it with a fabric brush attachment on a drill, and then extract all the grime, dirt, stains and contaminant from the seats with hot water at 210ºF. If your seats need a refresh, this is as good as it gets. Because the service takes 45 minutes on average, and only a small percent of vehicles need it we charge extra for it. Don't worry - its only $50 extra. Totally worth it.

Will My Scratch "Buff Out"?

Do you have any little scrapes and scratches that bother you?

We can handle it.. to an extent. We are polishing experts - so if the scratch isn't too deep, we can get it out. Ever heard of "The Fingernail Test", this is a great way to know if your scratches are fixable. If you feel the scratch will your fingernail and you can feel a groove in the paint, it it probably a little bit too deep ~in the sections where the groove is~

What is a "Clay Bar"?

A clay bar is exactly what it sounds like, a little ball of malleable puddy.

This is used in the decontamination phase of the detail to prepare your paint for protection. Clay Bar Detailing is essential for preparing your vehicle's paint for protection by ensuring it is free of contaminants.

Every exterior detail has 3 phases: 1. Wash 2. Decontaminate 3. Protect. The decontamination stage is responsible for removing from the paint everything that doesn't come off from the wash.

Remember when you bought your car and the paint was smooth to the touch? That is the goal of this stage. Remove all the crusty junk that is stuck to you paint. This way, when we apply sealant (protection) to your paint it will adhere to the paint itself, rather than the junk sitting on the surface. This will give the sealant its longest possible useful life.

Why "Wax" My Car?

For the same reason that you get an oil change. Engines are expensive to replace (8-15K) so we take good care of them. So is your paint - the average paint job costing around $5,000. If you don't protect your paint with some type of ceramic, wax, or sealant, your paint WILL fail.

In San Diego, our biggest enemy is the sun, or the salt if you live near the beach. Next time you are in a big parking lot, look around at the hoods of the vehicles. You will notice around 1/6 vehicles have completely delaminated clear coat.

That means the paint looks like dead skin on the surface and you could peel it off with you fingers. Not pretty. There is a simple solution to ensure your vehicle never ends up like this. Exterior Detailing. Bonus points for a ceramic coating with is the best protection possible.