Spot Free Rinse Car Wash

Spot Free Rinse Car Wash is a DIY car wash station where you can definitely get your money’s worth if done correctly (it’s all about time management). Compared to other self-​car washes in the area, I find this one to offer better overall services as well as staying on top of having working equipment (very important). The pay system is self explanatory, cash or credit. Though I would suggest cash with these places because you never know how much you will end up being charged using card. The washing features are good and air dry/​vacuum is available as well. I don’t really have a complaint with this place other than that sometimes you are waiting on others to move along so you can get in. Navigating through here can be a tight squeeze and if it’s busy, you’re pretty much stuck whatever lane you get into. Overall, Spot Free Rinse Car Wash is a good place to go if you’re looking to clean your car yourself. I’d recommend trying it out if you’re in the area.

This is where I go to wash my car by hand. It has all the equipment I need, and I like it.

I’m disappointed by the poor quality of the automatic car wash at this location. The car wash failed to remove a large amount of dirt and dust from my car (please see the photo I uploaded); in addition, it is very difficult to enter the car wash because of the lack of space (a 90 degree turn is required).

I just bought a brand new car and was very excited to wash my baby but after my time at this car wash… I almost wish she was still dirty.
First, what I assume is the owner came by and just lurked around my car, then came back a few minutes later and asked me turn my music down. It wasn’t very loud and I was in the washing area where I could barely hear it.
The whole time he was very creepy and made me feel unwelcome. Mind you, I haven’t had a car in three years, so I wanted to enjoy her first wash and he took the joy completely out of the experience.
I didn’t even dry my car there because I wanted to get away from the weird man so I just went home and finished drying it. Never. Again.
The only reason I’m giving this place two stars is because my car looks decent again.

I’m not quite sure this wash was really worth my time and money. For $ 8 I purchased the best wash (well, almost the best; for $ 1 more I could have received two tokens for the vacuum machine). The wait was about 15 – 20 minutes to get into the little automated washing station. The wash did a decent job getting the dirt off, but it did a horrible job drying the vehicle. The high powered dryers left quite a bit of water on the body of my Mazda. As soon as I arrived home I had to take a towel to it.
I suppose if you’re wanting to rinse your car off within a budget then this is worth it. Just be prepared to spend some additional time afterwards addressing the areas that it missed.

Although I did not have a good expierence while I was there because my car was still dirty after the deluxe wash, I admire this company for making the effort to make my unsatisfactory visit better afterwards by treating me like a valued customer and showing their concern.

1. Just plain rude from the guy employee who works there, I go here all the time but because of how he has nerve to tell people they can’t spend 30sec to a minute gathering last minute trash from their vehicle while in the self-​wash stall and nobody was in-​line behind me has had me change location. 2. This isn’t the first time he has had nerve to say things to me, like the time he directed me in the auto-​machine wash and lied by saying I should go there because the lady I was behind to self wash my car just put more money in — less than 1 minute later the lady’s time expired and she was finished. It was good I didn’t listen to him because I wanted to self wash my car. Plus people should be warned that the auto car wash doesnt wash their wheels and uses high pressure water to wash your car.

The machine wouldn’t take my card and then it went and stole $ 2 of my dollars.
This place is really small and tight I’m surprised no one has gotten in an accident.
Overall the machine didn’t do that good of a job on my car.

Favorite self car wash place in San Diego — no complaints. 4 stars because I wish they had more space, but I do appreciate the efficiency.
Don’t pay for the extra powered vacuume — the other option is just as good…

No complaints from me. The machine worked for the few things I needed (rinse, foam wash, and dryer). I always like going to places like this so I don’t mind the fact that I do the labor myself. For anyone who does have issues, I will say that they appeared to have 2 – 3 guys at the location ready to help should there be any issues.
As with many other do-​it-​yourself car washes, the prices can be steep if you do not have experience with these places. MAKE SURE YOU DO THE MATH ON HOW MUCH TIME YOU WANT BEFORE. If you run out of time, the cost to restart is far more than just adding on a little more.
The vacuum that I used was efficient. They have a regular mode and a super mode which really means one works and the other doesn’t… Another reason why these places can be pricey. The locations is pretty easy to find and it never seems that busy. I’m sure I’ll come back here every now and then.

Good place to wash your own car.
But this place seriously need later hours. An un-​manned business shouldn’t close at 9pm.

This is the second automated car wash issue I’ve experienced in the one month I’ve lived in SD. I’ve had well over 50 high end vehicles in my life and never have I experience such a negative environment that cares so little for customer service.
My recommendation, if you have a longer vehicle, don’t even bother attempting to use the automated wash at this location. I readjusted my car to straighten out twice before pulling forward to pay for my wash, and still scuffed the front driver side of my brand new car on their machine. Poorly laid out lot made for a crappy experience.
Owner jumped off the phone and said an attendant would solve my issue without asking my issue and hung up. Attended laughed and insulted my driving capabilities! Do not use this shop based on customer service alone!

Car still dirty after paying 9 dollar’s Ughhhh!!! Wish I could get my money back Ugh I actually should of listen to the review’s! Won’t be going back unfortunately

I went here on a Sunday and it was packed! The self service machines worked well and there were attendants lending assistance to patrons, which was a welcome sight! I felt rushed and didn’t understand how the machines worked, and after getting home and checking my account it appeared I had been charged $ 20 for my $ 6 car wash. I emailed Zachary who is the general manager, who explained that it is a temporary hold. It was great that he took the time to message me back!

Reasons for 1 star:
–To start my car wasn’t very dirty
–Windshield was equally dirty post wash
–Debris still existed on car hood
–Wash did nothing to the wheels
Not worth the money.

Generally I’m pretty happy about regularly washing my car weekly using the simple wash. I’m always glad that this car wash using nothing but direct contact of liquids on my car too avoid scratches etc. Cheers!

$ 9 for an automated wash which includes two tokens for vacuuming and/​or air freshener. Considering it’s $ 3 – 9 cheaper than the place I usually go, I’d say it’s a pretty good deal. My biggest complaint is that the air dry — although it seems pretty powerful — doesn’t really do the job, so you kind of have to do a hand dry when all is said and done. Also, since my Smart car is smaller than the average car and a bit of an odd shape, these automated places don’t always do the best job. Oh well. It is what it is and at least I get to feel like a kid again and stare at all the pretty soap designs getting blasted at my car. :)

Washing off my car is a 3x a week ritual. There’s no better place to do it than Spot Free. I only use the spot-​less water spray, which is truly DI water, leaving ZERO water spots when left to dry. The only issue ever are the other customers, few as they are, who after the attendant is long gone are entirely disrespectful of other customers and neighbors, and filthy, leaving their garbage for said attendant to clean up in the morning. Yuck! Okay, another (small) problem is when someone is using the vacuum, sucking up the grime in their car, while holding hostage the wash bay. Not good, but no deal breaker.
*Yes the meter has to be running while in the bay. This is a business.
*No it doesn’t charge credit cards more than the time used.
*No the attendant isn’t rude; he’s managing the masses in a self-​righteous business model (as it applies to the customer): self-​serve. Yeah, you can’t cheat or steal here.
*Yes the place gets busy; it’s a small lot and everyone wants to come here.
If you don’t like it here, go to Adams Avenue and wash your car there. All you 1 or 2 star-​givers, go to Adams! You’ll make this place more manageable.

I have been coming here for several years. Self service stations allow you to take as much time you want at your expense.
Normally about $ 10~$ 12 bucks can get your large sized car with detailed scrubbing, double rinse and waxed water. Well if you’re quick enough.
Do things the lazy and less expensive with Touchless Automatic wash. $ 9 will give you their best wash options without all the elbow grease. It even spits out 2 free tokens that are $ 1 credit towards vacuuming, scent and accessories.
The fat: «Best value for your buck is allowing a machine to do a man’s job», Mario G.
The skinny: I wrote this review while waiting in a 10 minute line.

I used to wash my car here and my first review was so positive but when 3^rd time i went there and washes my car, they charged me 10 dollars twice!!! So i washed my car by myself and paid 20 dollars!.. I tried to reach them by calling but the number that is in Unilocal doesn’t work!!! And with the result that i couldn’t get my money back!