Interior Detailing | The Art of Automotive Wellness

Interior detailing at EXD focuses on health, comfort and material preservation. We restore cabins using dry ice cleaning, steam sanitising and ozone treatment, with minimal chemical load. The aim is a clean, neutral interior that feels new, not masked by heavy fragrance.

Every booking at EXD includes a complimentary interior refresh. This is a vacuum and wipe down of key touch points to keep the cabin presentable. The interior detailing menu below covers work that goes beyond this basic refresh and targets deeper problems, wear and long term preservation.

Process:

Each vehicle is inspected under lighting and a plan is set for leather, fabrics, plastics and vents. Dry ice cleaning reaches into vents, seat rails and tight gaps without soaking the cabin. Steam targets high touch areas such as steering wheel, switches and handles. Leather is treated with professional systems to clean, condition and, where needed, restore colour and elasticity. Fabrics and Alcantara receive pH balanced foams that lift dirt without flattening the fibres. Ozone treatment finishes the service and neutralises odours in the air system and soft materials. The cabin is aired and finished with the EXD signature scent on request.

Benefits:
Removes odours at the source rather than covering them.
Reduces bacteria and allergens in the cabin.
Restores texture and colour to leather and fabric.
Slows down wear on steering wheels, bolsters and touch points.
Creates a calm, neutral environment that supports long drives and daily use.

An Interior refresh (vaccum and wipe down) comes complimentary with all our services

Interior Detailing Variations and Pricing:
All interior services follow the same careful process. The difference between levels is how deep we go into restoration and what protection is applied.

Interior Enhancement: 
Seasonal interior refresh for vehicles that are kept reasonably clean. Includes steam sanitising on touch points, focused dry ice work in vents and rails, surface cleaning on leather and plastics, light fabric treatment and ozone purification. Ideal for quarterly upkeep or before family trips.

Full Interior Restoration: 
Deep restoration for worn or neglected cabins. Includes extended dry ice cleaning on rails, vents and seat mechanisms, leather deep clean and rejuvenation, full upholstery extraction on carpets and seats where suitable, stain treatment and full ozone cycle. Best for vehicles with heavy use, food spills or strong odours.

Concours Interior: 
High level treatment for collectors and special vehicles. Includes the full restoration process plus ceramic interior coating on suitable leather, plastics and trims to resist dye transfer, light scratching and future staining. This level prepares the cabin for shows, resale photography or long term preservation.

When to book:
Interior Enhancement works well on a three to four month cycle for daily drivers. Full Interior Restoration suits vehicles that have gone through children, pets, work use or long neglect. Concours Interior is best before sale, delivery of a special vehicle, or as part of a full correction and protection package.

Engine Bay Presentation 

Engine bay presentation at EXD focuses on safe cleaning, material care and a presentable finish under the bonnet. Work happens with controlled products, measured pressure and full lighting, so labels, plastics and wiring stay protected.

Process
The bay is inspected while cool. Loose debris is removed, then degreasers and foams are applied in a controlled way. Sensitive areas are covered where needed. Rinsing is gentle and targeted. Plastics and rubber receive dressing, painted and metal areas are wiped and refined, and the bay is checked under LED lighting before handover.

Benefits
Removes oil, dust and road film.
Improves resale and presentation when the bonnet is opened.
Makes servicing cleaner and easier.
Supports long term preservation of plastics, rubbers and exposed finishes.

Engine Bay Presentation variations and pricing

Standard Engine Bay Enhancement – from R2 500
Quick enhancement for regularly maintained vehicles. Includes degreasing, safe rinse, wipe down and dressing of plastics and visible components. Best paired with an Exterior Detailing service.

Full Engine Bay Restoration (Dry Ice and Steam) – from R4 500
Deeper clean for bays with heavier build up. Includes extended dry ice and steam work on plastics, metals and tight areas. More time is spent on brackets, rails and hidden faces for a sharper result.

Concours Engine Presentation – from R6 000
High level restoration for show cars, collections and sale preparation. Includes full restoration steps plus refined finishing on visible components and sealant protection on suitable painted and metal parts.

Paint Protection Film

Paint Protection Film is a self healing, transparent thermoplastic polyurethane film designed to absorb stone chips, abrasions and stains before they reach your paint. At EXD, each installation happens in a humidity controlled bay under LED inspection, using only XPEL Ultimate Plus for gloss and XPEL Stealth for matte finishes.

Preparation
The vehicle undergoes full decontamination and paint correction to give the film a clean and stable base.

Digital precision
Each panel is pre cut using XPEL DAP software to match the car’s geometry accurately, which reduces the need for risky freehand cutting.

Surface cleansing
Panels are wiped with an IPA mix for oil free adhesion.

Film application
Slip solution allows alignment without tension. Tack solution locks edges and key areas once placement is correct.

Edge wrapping
Where panel design allows, edges are wrapped for hidden terminations and fewer dirt traps.

Curing and inspection
Panels are heat set below 90°C, inspected under multi angle LED lighting and signed off digitally.

Benefits
Self heals from light marks with heat exposure.
Resists staining and yellowing.
Protects against chips, tar, insects and daily wear.
Helps the vehicle hold a showroom level finish for longer.

Packages

Front End Protection, from R30 000
Covers high impact areas, including bumper, bonnet, fenders, headlights and mirrors.

Full Vehicle Coverage, from R80 000
Complete wrap on all painted panels for total exterior protection and stronger resale value.

Matte or Colour Film, from R100 000
Converts gloss paint to a stealth look or a bespoke colour while adding protection.

When to book
PPF works best on new or freshly corrected paint. Ideal times are at new vehicle delivery, after a correction detail, before long distance or high mileage periods, before track seasons and whenever you plan to keep a high value vehicle for several years.

Ideal for new, freshly corrected, or collector vehicles before the first drive.

CERAMIC COATING
The focus is long term protection, easier washing and stable gloss, without crazy claims or rushed work.

Ceramic work at EXD happens indoors with proper lighting, controlled temperature and cure time. Every vehicle is washed, decontaminated and prepared before any coating goes on. The aim is predictable performance and repeatable results.

Process
Your vehicle receives a full wash, iron and tar removal, and clay where needed. We inspect the paint and carry out the agreed correction level first. Panels are wiped with a dedicated panel prep product to strip oils. The ceramic is applied in measured sections, levelled within the correct time window and checked under LED lighting. The vehicle cures indoors for the required time before exposure to weather.

Benefits
You wash less aggressively because dirt releases easier.
The surface stays glossier and more consistent over time.
Water behaviour stays stronger than wax or simple sealants.
The work you paid for on correction or PPF is protected.

Ceramic Coating – Paint and Body

Paint and Body 5 Year Ceramic Coating
Time: 2 Days
Five year ceramic system applied to all painted body panels. Includes full wash, decontamination, panel prep and application of a single layer professional ceramic. Suits daily drivers and weekend cars where strong protection and easier maintenance are the goal.

Paint and Body 9 Year Ceramic Coating
Time: 2 Days
Higher durability multi layer system on all painted body panels. Includes full wash, decontamination, extra preparation and a more intensive refinement stage before coating. Two or more layers are applied with strict timing and extended indoor cure. Suits long term ownership and high value vehicles where maximum lifespan and stability are important.

Ceramic Coating – Full Vehicle System
Full Vehicle Ceramic Coating, Paint, Wheels, Glass, Trim
Time: 2 Days
Complete ceramic system on paint, wheel faces and barrels, exterior glass and suitable trims. Includes full wash, full decontamination, panel prep, coating of bodywork, wheel coating, rain repellent on glass and protection on exterior plastics. Suits collectors and clients who want a full system rather than paint only.

Window Tinting

Window tinting at EXD focuses on heat rejection, interior comfort and a clean, legal finish. Film is installed in a controlled bay with clean air, correct lighting and sharp knife work kept away from trims and rubbers. Only high quality films are used so colour, clarity and performance stay stable over time.

Process
Glass is cleaned and decontaminated, edges are prepared and old film is removed where required. Patterns are cut on a board or pre cut, never against the glass. Film is heat formed to match the curve of each window, then installed with slip solution and pressed out with dedicated tools. Edges are inspected, and the vehicle remains on site for initial cure before handover.

Benefits
Reduces glare and interior heat.
Filters UV to protect leather, plastics and fabrics.
Improves privacy without a dark, unsafe look.
Supports a more comfortable cabin for daily use and long trips.

Standard Tint
from R4 500, Time: 4.0 hours

Smash and Grab
from R5 500, Time: 5.0 hours

Ceramic IR Tint
from R6 500, Time: 5.0 hours

Windscreen UV protection

from R6 500, Time: 3.0 hours

PRESERVE
Luxury Wash Services in Johannesburg
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Preserve is the maintenance system at Executive Details EXD. These services are designed to keep vehicles looking correct after Refine and Protect. Every wash follows controlled methods to reduce wash induced damage and preserve paintwork, ceramic coatings, and XPEL PPF.

Preserve is built for luxury vehicles, performance cars, and supercars. This is upkeep done properly, not volume washing.

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VALET WASH
Luxury Exterior and Interior Refresh

Description
The Valet Wash is a presentation focused refresh designed for vehicles that need a clean, consistent appearance inside and out. It prioritises safe handling, clean finishes, and correct presentation rather than speed.

This service improves overall appearance without disturbing existing protection layers.

What sets this wash apart
Vehicles are handled by trained staff using safe wash methods. Drying is controlled to reduce water marking. Interior work focuses on cleanliness and presentation, not shortcuts or glossing agents.

Best suited for
Well maintained vehicles
Pre meeting or event preparation
Routine presentation upkeep

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MAINTENANCE WASH
Safe Wash for Ceramic Coatings and XPEL PPF

Description
The Maintenance Wash is a controlled upkeep wash designed specifically for corrected paintwork, ceramic coatings, and XPEL PPF. This service focuses on reducing wash induced marring while keeping protective layers performing as intended.

Every step follows coating and film safe processes.

What sets this wash apart
Pre cleansing lifts grime before contact washing. pH balanced methods protect coatings and film. Drying is deliberate and detailed, with attention to crevices and edges. The vehicle is checked after drying to ensure no streaks or missed areas remain.

This is not a generic car wash. It is preservation focused maintenance.

Best suited for
Ceramic coated vehicles
PPF protected vehicles
Luxury and performance vehicles in regular use

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DECONTAMINATION WASH
Surface Reset for Paintwork, Ceramic Coatings, and PPF

Description
The Decontamination Wash is a deeper cleansing service designed to remove bonded contaminants that routine washing does not address. Environmental fallout, brake dust bonding, tar, and road film are safely removed to restore surface smoothness.

This service improves gloss clarity and restores coating and PPF performance.

What sets this wash apart
Chemical and mechanical decontamination is performed in a controlled sequence. Surfaces are inspected after decontamination to ensure residue free results. Drying and finishing are carried out with the same care as a correction service.

This wash resets the surface rather than simply cleaning it.

Best suited for
Vehicles exposed to urban fallout
Loss of coating water behaviour
Preparation before inspection or enhancement

MAINTENANCE WASH PLANS
Luxury Wash Plans in Johannesburg
Maintenance Wash Plans are designed to protect the integrity of your initial treatment and remove guesswork from vehicle upkeep. Regular Maintenance Washes preserve ceramic coating performance, maintain XPEL PPF clarity, and reduce avoidable paint damage caused by incorrect washing.

Plans are structured around consistent, professional care rather than ad hoc cleaning.

What sets these plans apart
Plan pricing is set at a reduced rate compared to retail washes. Vehicles are handled to a consistent standard every visit. Each plan includes a Level 2 Enhancement Detail at six months to reset the finish, perform deeper decontamination, refresh gloss, and care for interior leather and surfaces.

This creates a full year preservation cycle rather than isolated washes.

Included in all plans
Scheduled Maintenance Washes
Reduced wash rate compared to retail
Level 2 Enhancement Detail at six months
Priority handling within Preserve bookings

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WHY PRESERVE BY EXECUTIVE DETAILS EXD

Trained staff using controlled wash methods
No automated systems or aggressive processes
Coating and PPF safe chemistry and techniques
Drying and inspection standards above retail washes
Built to preserve correction and protection work

Preserve exists to protect the work already done on your vehicle and to keep it looking correct over time.

Vinyl Colour Change
Vinyl colour change at EXD is a full wrap service for clients who want a new look without repainting. The focus is clean install, safe removal in future and a finish that matches the standard of the rest of your EXD work. All wraps happen indoors under controlled lighting, with full panel prep and edge work that respects the original paint.

Process
The vehicle is washed, decontaminated and stripped of badges, plates and selected trims where needed. Panels are degreased and inspected for defects. Film is cut and laid out for each panel, then applied with controlled tension and heat. Edges are wrapped where possible for a factory style look. Seams are kept to a minimum and placed in logical, discreet areas. Once complete, the wrap is heat set, inspected under LED lighting and checked for lift points before handover.

Benefits
Gives a new colour or finish without permanent paint work.
Protects the underlying paint from light abrasion and UV.
Supports resale flexibility, as the wrap can be removed.
Allows matte, satin or special finishes that paint would price out.

Vinyl Colour Change Variations and Pricing

Full Vinyl Colour Change, Hatch or Sedan
R45 000
Time: 40.0 hours

Full Vinyl Colour Change, SUV or Coupe
R55 000 
Time: 50.0 hours

Full Vinyl Colour Change, Large SUV or 7 Seater
R65 000 
Time: 60.0 hours

Times above include strip down, panel prep, install, heat setting, inspection and a buffer for problem areas and trim work.

The EXD Signature Dual-Layer System

Overview:
The ultimate preservation solution combining PPF and Ceramic Coating to shield against every form of damage.

Process:

1. Paint Correction: Restore perfect base.

2. PPF Application: XPEL film on high-impact zones or full body.

3. Ceramic Coating: Applied over film and remaining panels.

4. Curing: Controlled temperature and humidity for perfect bonding.

Benefits:

• Impact and chemical protection in one system.

• Reduced maintenance and washing effort.

• Lifetime clarity and durability.

Packages:

• Hybrid Protection – from R45 000 (PPF front + ceramic full)

• Full Armour – from R90 000 (PPF full + ceramic top-coat)

• Ultimate – from R120 000 (Matte/Colour PPF + dual-layer coating)

When to Book:
For new, high-value, or collector cars requiring long-term protection.

Preserve Wash Plans are the correct way to maintain a luxury vehicle. They exist to protect the time, money, and effort already invested in Refine and Protect.

Most paint damage does not come from driving. It comes from incorrect washing. Poor wash methods slowly introduce swirl marks, dull finishes, and reduce the performance of ceramic coatings and XPEL PPF. Preserve Wash Plans remove this risk by placing your vehicle into a controlled maintenance cycle.

Your vehicle is washed the same way, by trained staff, every time. No rushed processes. No inconsistent standards. No guesswork.

Each Maintenance Wash follows coating and PPF safe methods designed to reduce wash induced marring. Pre cleansing lifts grime before contact washing. pH balanced processes protect existing protection layers. Drying is controlled and inspected to prevent streaking, water spotting, and edge buildup.

The result is a vehicle that stays visually correct month after month, not one that slowly degrades between major services.

WHAT MAKES PRESERVE WASH PLANS DIFFERENT

A wash plan is not about saving money alone. It is about preserving condition.

Vehicles on wash plans experience less paint degradation, maintain better gloss clarity, and retain coating performance for longer. Regular professional washing prevents contamination buildup that leads to early correction work.

Every Preserve Wash Plan includes a Level 2 Enhancement Detail at six months. This mid cycle reset performs deeper decontamination, refreshes gloss, restores surface smoothness, and cares for interior materials. Instead of waiting for visible decline, the vehicle is proactively reset before issues develop.

This approach extends the life of paint correction, ceramic coatings, and PPF while reducing long term ownership costs.

WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE WASH PLANS

Consistency. Your vehicle receives the same controlled care every visit.
Protection. Correct washing protects paintwork, coatings, and film.
Convenience. Scheduled upkeep removes the need to book repeatedly.
Priority. Wash plan vehicles receive preferred scheduling within Preserve.
Value. Plan pricing is set below retail wash rates.
Longevity. Vehicles hold their condition for longer periods.

WHO SHOULD SIGN UP

Owners who have invested in paint correction, ceramic coating, or XPEL PPF.
Luxury and performance vehicle owners who want consistent presentation.
Clients who prefer proactive maintenance rather than reactive correction.

Preserve Wash Plans turn vehicle care into a system rather than a series of decisions. They protect your investment quietly, consistently, and correctly.

This is how professional vehicle ownership works when standards matter.