Rad Detailing operates both a fixed location and a mobile service in Oklahoma City, offering exterior paint correction, ceramic coating application, and interior deep cleaning on a tiered pricing structure that ranges from $150 for basic exterior wash to $800 for multi-step ceramic applications.
Rad Detailing is a two-channel operation: clients can book appointments at the shop or request mobile service where technicians travel to the vehicle's location. The business focuses on paint protection and restoration rather than general car washing. This positioning sits between quick-service car washes (which handle routine cleaning) and full-restoration body shops (which repair damage). The shop handles paint correction for swirl marks and oxidation, ceramic coating installation, and interior detail work including carpet shampooing and leather conditioning. Mobile service is available across the Oklahoma City metro area.
Exterior packages start at $150 for hand wash and dry, moving to $250 for wash plus clay bar treatment. Paint correction packages begin at $400 for single-stage correction (addressing light swirls) and $600 for two-stage correction (heavier oxidation and marring). Ceramic coating application runs $800 for a two-year coating or $1,200 for a five-year option; prices vary by vehicle size. Interior detailing ranges from $200 for vacuum, wipe-down, and carpet shampoo to $400 for full interior including leather conditioning and trim restoration. Mobile service adds a $75 travel fee for locations outside a five-mile radius of the shop. Confirm current pricing by phone, as coating product costs fluctuate.
Rad Detailing's two-service model (fixed location and mobile) distinguishes it from single-venue competitors like Detail Doctors, which operates shop-only service with similar pricing but no travel option. Rad Detailing's ceramic coating tiers (two-year vs. five-year) are more granular than many local shops that bundle a single coating option. Compared to mobile-only operators such as Shine Mobile Detailing, Rad Detailing's fixed location allows clients to drop off their car and avoid the travel fee. For clients seeking only routine washing and waxing without correction work, both Quick Quack Car Wash and nearby dealership detail shops offer lower baseline costs ($50-$100 for basic wash), but they do not offer paint correction or ceramic application. Rad Detailing suits customers with swirled or oxidized paint seeking restoration; mobile-only services suit those prioritizing convenience over cost.
The business works best for owners of vehicles with existing paint damage (swirls, water spots, minor scratches) who want correction rather than coverage. It also serves clients installing ceramic coating as a long-term protection strategy and those seeking mobile service to avoid drop-off friction. The five-year ceramic option appeals to owners planning to keep their vehicle long-term. Rad Detailing is less suitable for buyers seeking only basic cleaning before resale, for whom a $50-$100 quick wash is more practical, or for vehicles requiring body panel repair, which falls outside detailing scope.
New clients typically call or book online to describe their vehicle and desired service. The shop schedules a specific time window. On arrival, the technician inspects the paint under bright light to assess swirl density and oxidation depth, then recommends single-stage or two-stage correction if that service was not pre-selected. For paint correction, the process takes 3 to 5 hours depending on vehicle size and correction intensity. Ceramic coating application, if elected, follows correction and takes 2 to 3 hours. Interior detailing can occur simultaneously on a separate vehicle. Mobile appointments follow the same inspection-and-recommendation protocol at the customer's location. Clients are asked to allow the coating to cure for 24 hours before washing.
The fixed shop location has dedicated parking for 4 to 6 vehicles in a shared lot. Hours are typically Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with Sunday and Monday closures; verify current hours before visiting, as seasonal demand sometimes shifts scheduling. Mobile service operates the same hours within the Oklahoma City metro area. The shop does not offer loaner vehicles; clients should plan for drop-off time if leaving the shop during service. Online booking is available but phone consultation is recommended for new customers uncertain about correction needs.
Rad Detailing fills a specific niche in Oklahoma City's automotive service landscape: customers with paint damage seeking restoration backed by ceramic protection can accomplish both in one visit, either at the shop or at home.
