If you’re searching for “How much does car detailing cost?”, you’re probably wondering why prices can range from a couple of hundred pounds to well over £1,500.
The truth is, not all car detailing services are the same. A quick valet and a professional detail may both leave your car looking cleaner, but the level of preparation, paint correction, protection and long-term results are completely different.
At Ultra Radiance Detailing, we offer a range of professional detailing packages tailored to suit everything from newer, well-maintained vehicles to cars requiring extensive paint correction. Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all service, we’ll recommend the level of detailing that best matches your vehicle’s condition and your expectations.
What Is Professional Car Detailing?
Professional car detailing goes far beyond a standard car wash or valet.
Our detailing process focuses on deep cleaning, paint restoration and long-lasting protection, helping your vehicle look its absolute best while preserving its value.
Depending on the package you choose, detailing may include:
- Full exterior and interior detailing
- Safe decontamination wash
- Machine polishing
- Paint correction
- Removal of swirl marks and light scratches
- Glass, trim and wheel refinement
- Headlight and taillight enhancement
- Professional ceramic coating application
The result is a vehicle that not only looks incredible but is much easier to maintain.
If you’re considering protecting your paintwork after detailing, our guide on What Are the Benefits of Ceramic Coating? explains why it’s one of the best investments you can make for your vehicle.
How Much Does Car Detailing Cost in the UK?
Professional detailing prices vary depending on several factors, including:
- Vehicle size
- Paint condition
- Level of paint correction required
- Time needed
- Type of ceramic coating selected
- Previous maintenance history
While entry-level detailing elsewhere may start from around £200, comprehensive paint correction and ceramic coating packages typically range between £400 and £1,500+ depending on the work involved.
At Ultra Radiance Detailing, every detailing package includes a complete vehicle detail before your chosen ceramic coating is professionally applied, ensuring the coating bonds correctly and delivers the best possible finish.
How Much Does Car Detailing Cost at Ultra Radiance?
At Ultra Radiance Detailing, our professional detailing packages start from £400, with pricing depending on the size and condition of your vehicle, the level of paint correction required, and the ceramic coating you choose.
Whether your vehicle simply needs a gloss-enhancing polish or requires extensive paint correction to restore heavily marked paintwork, we offer a range of detailing packages designed to suit different vehicles and budgets.
Our packages include varying levels of:
- Professional machine polishing
- Paint correction
- Full interior and exterior detailing
- Trim, glass and wheel refinement
- Premium ceramic coating protection
- Long-lasting gloss and paint protection
Prices start from:
- Single Stage Detail – From £400
- Dual Stage Detail – From £600
- High Definition Detail – From £800
- Ultra Clarity+ Paint Restoration – From £1,500
Every vehicle is different, so we’ll always assess its condition and recommend the most suitable package to achieve the best possible results.
Explore our full Car Detailing Packages to compare each service in detail, see exactly what’s included and find the right option for your vehicle.
What Affects the Cost of Car Detailing?
Several factors determine the final cost of detailing your vehicle.
Vehicle Size
Larger vehicles naturally require more time, more products and more polishing than smaller hatchbacks.
Paint Condition
The more scratches, swirl marks and imperfections present, the longer paint correction will take.
Level of Paint Correction
A vehicle requiring a simple enhancement polish is very different from one needing extensive multi-stage correction or wet sanding.
Ceramic Coating Choice
Longer-lasting ceramic coatings involve additional preparation and offer increased durability and protection.
Is Professional Car Detailing Worth It?
For most owners, absolutely. Professional detailing doesn’t just improve how your vehicle looks today – it helps preserve its finish for years to come.
Benefits include:
- Improved gloss and paint clarity
- Removal of swirl marks and oxidation
- Easier vehicle maintenance
- Long-lasting paint protection
- Better resistance to environmental contamination
- Improved resale value
- Protection against UV damage and road grime
When combined with a professional ceramic coating, your vehicle will stay cleaner for longer while requiring less effort to maintain.
Why We Include Premium Ceramic Coatings With Every Detailing Package
At Ultra Radiance Detailing, we believe that perfectly corrected paintwork deserves the very best protection. That’s why every detailing package includes your choice of a 1, 2, 3, 5 or 7 Year Ceramic Coating, professionally applied once your paintwork has been fully prepared.
Exceptional results begin with exceptional products. We work with industry-leading brands including Ceramic Guard and Labocosmetica, both recognised for their innovative ceramic coating technology, outstanding durability and exceptional finish.
Our professional ceramic coating systems offer a range of benefits, including:
- Long-lasting paint protection
- Incredible gloss and colour enhancement
- Excellent hydrophobic (water-repellent) performance
- Protection against UV rays, bird droppings and environmental contaminants
- Easier cleaning and reduced maintenance
- A smoother, slicker finish that helps your vehicle stay cleaner for longer
However, even the best ceramic coating is only as good as the preparation beneath it. That’s why we take the time to thoroughly decontaminate, machine polish and refine your vehicle before applying any coating. This ensures maximum bonding, durability and a finish that looks as impressive years down the line as it does on the day you collect your vehicle.
If you’d like to understand more about how ceramic coatings work and why they’re such a worthwhile investment, read our guide to What Are the Benefits of Ceramic Coating?
Why Choose Ultra Radiance Detailing?
We’re passionate about achieving exceptional results on every vehicle that enters our Gloucester studio.
Our clients travel from Gloucester, Cheltenham, the Cotswolds and surrounding areas because they know we take the time to do the job properly.
Every detail is completed using professional-grade equipment, proven paint correction techniques and premium ceramic coating products to deliver results that last.
Whether you own a daily driver, performance vehicle or cherished weekend car, we’ll recommend the right level of correction and protection for your needs.
Book Your Professional Car Detail
If you’re wondering which detailing package is right for your vehicle, we’d be happy to help.
Whether your paintwork needs a light enhancement or a complete transformation, we’ll assess its condition and recommend the best solution.
Contact Ultra Radiance Detailing today to discuss your vehicle or book your professional detailing package and experience the difference that expert paint correction and ceramic coating can make.