Lincoln Car Wash & Detail

1624 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404, USA

Address:	1624 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404, USA
Phone:	+1 310-450-6915
Site:	lincolnblvdcarwash.com
Rating:	3.3
Working:	8AM–5PM 8AM–5PM 8AM–5PM 8AM–5PM 8AM–5:30PM 8AM–5:30PM 9AM–5PM

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Rachel Downing

I cant believe this place gets good reviews on google, They must be fake reviews because I have used this place multiple times and have the same experience every time. I used to come here all the time and it was great. Not anymore. They advertise that they are an award winning car wash. Yes they did get that award...like 15 years ago. Its just wrong to keep promoting that when its no longer true. Now they leave dirt smudges and flecks of dirt stuck to your car every time. So last time I used this place I pointed it out and the manager had the detail guy go over those spots again. Ok, that was cool. And I tipped well because I know these guys dont make much. I appreciate what they do. This time when I pointed it out again, they totally made excuses like "We cant do every little spot" And "You cant use your fingernail because it scratches the paint." and "if you want it perfect you need to upgrade to a detail wax job." (they always say that every time) Which is a total excuse. I showed them I got those spots off just with a little pressure on the cloth and even sometimes with the skin of my finger to rub them off. Thats the point of a hand car wash, you target the stubborn spots by hand. They are just spraying and wiping the car down without looking for problem areas. I am not going to have my car waxed every time it gets dirty, that is ridiculous. What really got me more then the service was the attitude, by both the detail and the manger. I showed them that there were specks of dirt and smudges still on the windshield too, and you cant scratch glass so that proves my point. The guy was mad and just said "Then go somewhere else!" wow! I am never going to this place again and will stick to the car wash in the Palisades, a little out of the way but they do an amazing job. Its more expensive but if you buy something at Ralphs across the parking lot there is a coupon on our receipt which makes the price better. Anyway its worth it. Save yourself from this place. I honestly think they are dishonest and are always trying to upsell you to a higher priced car wash. I dont think there is much of a difference.

Haley Boone

I was conned into paying $120 to have the minor scratches of my car buffed and polished. I honestly didnt even think the scratch the manager was referring to (on my bumper) was that "minor," but he assured me I wouldnt even be able to see it afterward! Unfortunately, my car appeared to have just had a basic wash, nothing else. When I complained to the buffer/polisher, he told me straight up that he couldnt even touch the scratches because my bumper was plastic! When I spoke to the manager about it, he was completely nonchalant and didnt offer me ANY sort of refund, even though I only got a basic car wash. Do NOT go here!

Samantha Kozuch Fit

My car was covered in tree sap from parking it on the street in Santa Monica over the weekend, I just moved to the area and brought it by Lincoln Car Wash. Caesar was great and gave me a great deal on the clay wax service. I take great care of my car and have never seen it look so clean inside and out since the day I got it! It was absolutely spotless; and the guys had quite the job waxing off all the sap! This will definitely be my weekly wash spot! Thank you!!!

Anonymous User

Ive been going to this place for 2 years, I go here because they offer a member card every 10 washes you get a free wash and a free wash on your birthday. I went to use my free birthday wash yesterday and I was denied, apparently I am not in the system, my card is not active and all the washes I thought I was getting on my card for the last 2 years are not there, needless to say Ill be going to another average car wash nearby, their all the same.

Anonymous User

I dropped my car off to get a wash and full wax. Picked it up in the evening so didnt notice until the next morning that they completely scratched a 6"x10" section thru the clear coat. Looks like they took a brillo pad to it... Didnt even bother to take it back to them to fix, can only imagine what that fix would be?!? DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND AVOID THIS CARWASH.

John McNeil

Not real happy with this car wash, the car wash itself was mediocre. What I took exception too was that they charged me a "van or SUV" surcharge for a Honda CR-V. I definitely feel that this is a nickel and dime tactic to squeeze a few more bucks out of someone. When I asked the cashier she was indifferent and just said its a class of car, thats ridiculous. John

Jacinte Faria

Sadly, Im writing this. Always had a nice experience here until they lost my key fob and told me that I must have had it. Meanwhile, they drove my car around the lot, washed it, parked it, and hand-washed it while I waited. Eventually they found it, but being blamed for their misplacement was beyond irritating especially when youre spending $45 for a car wash.

Anna Simon

You could spend between $20 and $250 at this car wash depending on what you would like done and are looking to spend. They do excellent work, when I left my car looked Brand New! Just a warning though, take a look at the price boards well before you pull forward and tell the guys what you want done. Tipping is a good idea too.

Mohammad Adib

Not the best but not the worst. If you have a nice car with leather tell them not to use armorall, itll ruin your leather. Aside from that, theyll always try to sell you on unnecessary washes, just ask for the $25 hand wash and itll be a nice shiny result. Never tried the machine wash as all my cars require hand washing.

Anonymous User

I have been going to this car wash for the last 6 years, they are on top of thier game . They are fast and priced well. I have done auto detailing. I recommend this place. If you did not have a good experience just tell them,how hard can that be? Best car wash in Santa Monica! The owner is always there just talk to him.

Sendhil Kolandaivel

I was in Santa Monica, and asked around for a good place for a car wash, and this seems to be the go-to place. It was clean, and you can get a coffee or juice/fruit smoothies while you wait. Overall, I was impressed, and would recommend the place without any reservation. Ask them for their daily specials.

Melanie Galuten

I like this car wash. They are very pleasant. The cashier today was very sweet. They have a nice little shop and they also have a little café where you can get sandwiches. Easy place to sit and wait for your car. Caesar who takes your car/does gas is always great.

Anonymous User

Did quite some research before I went there. The reviews seemed to be not satisfying but their actual service is much better than a 3-star rating. Nobody tried to force you to buy a expensive package and the waiting area is pretty nice. Definitely will come again.

Anonymous User

This is consistently the best car wash Ive found in the Santa Monica area, hands down. Im almost always disappointed when I go to other car washes in the area. Its a car wash, not a 5-star restaurant, but Ive never had a problem in the years Ive been going there.