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Best Car Washes in Essex (2026)

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Peugeot Toomey Southend

Peugeot Toomey Southend

Essex · SS4 1GP

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8am

5 reviews

Takeley Performance Tyres & Exhausts

Takeley Performance Tyres & Exhausts

Essex · CM22 6NZ

MOT Centre Tyre Fitter

Closed Opens tomorrow at 9am

5 reviews

Toomey Nissan Basildon

Toomey Nissan Basildon

Essex · SS15 6RW

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8:30am

5 reviews

The M O T Place

The M O T Place

Essex · CO14 8HW

Closed Opens Monday at 9am

5 reviews

The Mot Mate

The Mot Mate

Essex · SS4 1LB

Closed Opens tomorrow at 7am

5 reviews

Colchester MOT Centre

Colchester MOT Centre

Essex · CO3 3LL

Closed Opens tomorrow at 9am

5 reviews

The Car Workshop at Modified Motors

The Car Workshop at Modified Motors

Essex · CO15 3TB

Closed Opens Monday at 9am

5 reviews

Braintree Motor Company

Braintree Motor Company

Essex · CM7 3JQ

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8:30am

5 reviews

Orange Tree

Orange Tree

Essex · CM7 3PH

Closed Opens tomorrow at 12pm

5 reviews

TK Cope Moto LTD

TK Cope Moto LTD

Essex · CO2 8JW

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8am

5 reviews

Volvo Workshop

Volvo Workshop

Essex · SS11 8XR

Closed Opens Monday at 8:30am

5 reviews

VLS Vehicle Lease & Service

VLS Vehicle Lease & Service

Essex · CM1 2UP

Closed Opens Monday at 7:30am

5 reviews

MotorAid Limited

Essex · S S13

Closed Opens Monday at 8am

5 reviews

AJ Servicing and Repairs

AJ Servicing and Repairs

Essex · RM11 3UB

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8am

5 reviews

Bosch Car Service - Phoenix Motor Centre

Essex · SS6 9RL

Closed Opens Monday at 8am

5 reviews

NRG Riverside

NRG Riverside

Essex · CO3 8PH

5 reviews

MOT Garage Loughton (Roliam Road Services Ltd)

MOT Garage Loughton (Roliam Road Services Ltd)

Essex · IG10 3TZ

Closed Opens tomorrow at 9am

5 reviews

Southminster MOT & Service Centre Ltd

Southminster MOT & Service Centre Ltd

Essex · CM0 7DA

MOT Centre Servicing Centre

Closed Opens Monday at 9am

5 reviews

Apollo and Olympic Taxis

Apollo and Olympic Taxis

Essex · EN9 1JU

Closed Check opening times

5 reviews

Citroën Toomey Citroën - Basildon

Citroën Toomey Citroën - Basildon

Essex · SS15 6RW

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8am

5 reviews

Charfleets service and mot

Essex · SS8 0PQ

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8:30am

5 reviews

Weald Park Garage

Weald Park Garage

Essex · CM15 9HZ

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8am

5 reviews

Wickford Garage Ltd work

Wickford Garage Ltd work

Essex · SS11 8AB

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8am

5 reviews

Two Bridges MOT Centre

Two Bridges MOT Centre

Essex · SS13 3AA

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8am

5 reviews

About car washes in Essex

Fixaroo lists 306 car washes in Essex, from independent specialists to multi-site operators.

From £5 express washes to full hand valets, car washes in Essex suit every budget and schedule. Many are open seven days a week and offer loyalty discounts.

All listings are verified, regularly updated, and backed by real customer reviews. Prices shown are indicative — confirm with the garage when you book. Need help choosing? Check the FAQ below or use the service filter above the listings.

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Frequently asked questions

You'll find hand car washes, touchless jet washes, drive-through tunnel washes, and full valet services in Essex. Hand car washes typically provide a more thorough and paintwork-friendly clean than automatic brush-based systems.

Washing every two weeks is ideal for most drivers. In winter, or after driving on salted or muddy roads, more frequent washing helps protect your paintwork and underside from corrosion.

Touchless jet washes are generally safe. Brush-based automatic washes can cause fine scratches and swirl marks over time. Hand washing with a quality wash mitt and pH-neutral shampoo is the most paintwork-friendly option.

A car wash focuses on exterior (and sometimes basic interior) cleaning. A valet is a more comprehensive professional clean that includes interior vacuuming, window polishing, tyre dressing, trim cleaning, and often a wax or sealant application for paint protection.

A mini valet covering interior and exterior cleaning starts from £25–£50. A full valet with machine polish and sealant ranges from £80–£200 depending on vehicle size and condition.