Soapy Bucket Car Wash in Howell
Site: http://soapybucket.com/
- Monday:Open 24 hours
- Tuesday:Open 24 hours
- Wednesday:Open 24 hours
- Thursday:Open 24 hours
- Friday:Open 24 hours
- Saturday:Open 24 hours
- Sunday:Open 24 hours
Update: Jun 27, 2022: I have to reduce the review down to 4 star because the lack of good vacuum suction is noticeable compared to surrounding competition (and I have used the vacs a few times over the past year with no change in performance). This impacts #1 cleanliness and #2 cost. Otherwise everything else is 👍 👍UPDATE May 20, 2021: This place is super popular now and for good reasons. The staff here are very nice, the place stays clean, and so far my car hasnt been damaged by the automatic wash. Overall I love the value and performance of the wash. Be prepared to wait in line for a bit unless you come in the middle of the work day (like I said, its a popular place). Thanks!Original Review: Ill admit it, this new place has a lot going for it. Maybe a little bit better suction on the vacs? But thats nitpicky. Now lets see how they maintain the site and the soft cloth wash. If they dont maintain/replace the items that touch the cars, it wont take long to notice. Will update accordingly. For now, nice place and the price is good enough. Any higher on prices then Id say look elsewhere.
Love the convenient of it being open 24-7. Love the self wash they have. Havent had any issues with my car not getting cleaned. Soend alot their
Ive only used the vacuums which ate all connected together so the suction is very weak. There are always lines for the automatic and coin oprated wash. Ive heard great things about the automatic wash.
Brand new is always nice. Helpful attendants. Choosing soap may be too much soap, so we choose high powered rinse. Works great!
Always a good place to wash your car. Can get a bit busy at times, be patient, worth the wait
Nice wash for the money. Went through the automatic. Takes cash or credit (with tap to pay feature). Bought the $8 basic w/$2 underbody. Its basically a no-touch which can be confusing for first-timers. However, there are very good, simple instructions and guidance systems in place that help out. The water jets were surprisingly powerful (almost made me wonder if theyd strip the decals off my truck or cause dents but, it could be just because its a 21 F150 with aluminum body) and the blower did a great job. Sure, it missed a few spots but its partially due to how the vehicle was centered from left to right (driver error...). Still better than some washes that have assistants pre-washing at the gate.
Easily to pay, easy to use.. Usually very busy but got right in today.
This is easily the best car wash Ive ever been to. Both the self service and the automated wash are excellent. I love that I dont have to deal with quarters or cash anymore. And I like how the self serve has button selections versus the older styles that had a selector switch so youd swipe across every selection and get 30 seconds of wax and then 30 seconds of soap and then finally clean water. Great job to the owner.
This is a great wash. The owners seem to actually maintain it, such as keep it clean, check the vacuum suction, clean the hand wash stalls and clean the automatic soft cloth, as they look like they are in great shape still. I feel the drying could be better down the side of the vehicle on the automatic wash, as it doesnt really have any side blowers. The wash cycle itself seems to do a pretty good job. On our black Tahoe, you can still see some areas it misses on the very front and rear, but thats pretty common on most of these washes. I still give this a 5 star, due to how its maintained. Great job!
Fantastic wash. They really did a number to increase the efficiency and quality of this wash. Plan on a long wait, because its that good. Yes a bit pricy, and Im unfortunately giving four stars just because of the unavailability of being able to buy a plan for two cars and not a plan tied to a single license. I dont need to wash my car every day, but if there was the availability to get my wife and I both on the high tier plan I would in a heart beat. But in all seriousness, I love this wash and always talk about it to my family.
Been there a few times since reopening. The auto wash part. This time was the only bad visit. Got home and theres still soap all over the back of my car. Very disappointed!!!
Was great when they opened back up but now seems like less pressure and chemical. My car just didnt seem as clean. If I wanted to spend that kind of money I would have went to a drive thru wash
I havent had any problems coming here. Always gets my truck clean.
Great wash job on my car! The process was a bit confusing though. Usually in other car washes, you put your car in neutral, not park. The guy in the car behind me had to come tell me to back up since I had pulled too far forward and was stuck holding up the line. Better instructions might be helpful. But my car looks great!
Got one car wash and got charged twice on my credit card never going back there again
Absolutely love this car wash. I always come here. Using the self wash machines are easy and fun. Car wash itself runs a bit slow since cars are washed about 5 minutes each, but your car gets very clean. Well worth the wait!!
Its very loud but gets the job done fantastically. You can choose whether manual or automatic and theres an air refilling station as well. There are 3 levels to choose from for the automatic wash: $10, $12, $14 for individual use, $30, $36, $42 monthly packages, and also an app and gift receipt options.
I had my husband grab a free wash here through the app. He was so impressed that he actually put money on the app and bought some washes in advance and now he’s keeping his vehicle the absolute cleanest it’s ever been in 16years. Truthfully he’s so frugal and this is how I know you’re prices aren’t bad either! It’s a win- win in my book with the brand new facility, location, convenience, and price ! Great work Soapy Bucket.
Tricked into purchasing unlimited car washes and returned later in the day for a wash and was rejected. Customer service said that I had to wait 18hrs or they would go broke lmao 😂 Instantly canceled membership. Not to mention the app is sketchy and showed my next payment date as the year 2000.
I went here for the first time yesterday! I was a little anxious because this was my first. There was a gentleman there that was very helpful and made the process easy. Is this the cheapest place for a car wash? No. Is it the best quality car wash you are ever going to get while having fun with it? Yes!
I had a terrible experience the first time I went, but havent had any issues since. Does a great job getting all the dirt off your car.
Today is veterans day and I just received a free car wash compliments of Russell the owner/manager. Really nice setup. Great value and Russells a hell of a guy! I would strongly recommend using this business as much as you can.Lance corporal Thomas J Downs USMC
Be careful using your credit card for a car wash. They charged my credit card $10 for soap and rinse. It’s remodeled and looks good. In my opinion it did not help with traffic flow cars were everywhere. They had cones up but it has blind spots just like before the remodel. You can’t really tell if a bay is open until you pull around.
I absolutely love all of the upgrades. Im not a fan of washing my own car, but love the automatic bay. I really love that there is an option for drying my car too. The ap us so user friendly. Two very enthusiastic thumbs up.
Great new facility, the automatic wash works exceptionally well. The staff I have encountered were all very professional and polite. Monthly plan is an excellent value.
Tried it for the first time today, using the app. The experience was easy and convenient. The wash turned out great, and my truck was nearly completely dry after the dryer bay. My only complaint is that I paid extra for the tire dressing, but it doesnt appear that any was applied.
Rained for 3 or 4 days straight so my car was covered in a layer of dirt and mud. I’ve came here many times to use the self spray machines and decided for today I’d try the automatic car wash for a change. I went in with high hopes and expectations, I figured it’s a brand new place how bad could it be. I paid $8 for the express wash which is the base wash only to sit there for 5 minutes and only be sprayed with a tiny mist on my car the entire time. The machine shut off and the gate opened up and told me to pull out. I spent $8 to have my car washed for it look the exact same way it went in. Terrible. Will not be a returning customer.
Fantastic upgrade!! The hot water melts the bugs right off and the super light hose is so much nicer than the old heavy ones you had to lug around. I used the vacuum today and the attachment kept coming off but there is someone on site and a number you can call if you need assistance. 👍👍
Best self service in the area my truck came out so clean
The person who greeted me was very nice. However I paid $14 for wash plus two dollars for tire shine an my tires are dirty . Did not get the dirt in my wheel wells. There was soap still on my truck. Running boards are still caked with Mud. I think their drying feature is nice.
Great car/truck exterior wash. Suggest signing up for a wash plan as I have done for two of our vehicles.
Waited 10 minutes for the auto wash. Moved one car forward. Switched over to the manual. The guy in front of me washed his suv for 16+ minutes before I gave up and left. The other stalls didnt seem much better. Never again.
Took both of my lawn trucks and equipment in to clean up. We made sure to blow off the mowers so where wouldnt be a mess of grass in there nice new bays. We were told we couldnt clean them due to another company clogging there drains. Oh well there $50s they lost and lost a return customer
Such a great car wash! It is so easy to use even my 5 year old can do it! Love that you can use your credit card and the vacuum will keep going until you are finished! Must try!!
For years we have been coming to this self serve carwash and it has been great. We live in Brighton, but hands down Brighton has nothing to compare.So we drive to Howell. The self serve bays in Brighton are dirty, busted up cement and usually broken. Shame on Brighton for allowing these place of businesses to operate. We liked the old Soapy Bucket... but the NEW remodel is awesome . Always clean and so far machines are working great. The owners have always been on it as far as keeping it clean and operating at full capacity. Great job Soapy Bucket! We will continue to come to you.
Best place in Howell for a great car wash. Wished their vacuum worked.
I came here for a car wash, had a way too long conversation with a guy trying to push the monthly membership on me. If I wanted to sign up for a monthly membership, I would join a gym... Im here for a car wash every once in a while.
Very quick at responsive to their customers and working through any misunderstandings. Great communication. Great car wash that my wife wheels won’t get damaged.Thank you
Paid for the MONTHY UNLIMITED WASH.Came in one day and got a wash. Yes my truck was very dirty. First wash didn’t do a great cleaning which I figured it wouldn’t. Came around again for a 2nd wash since I do pay for UNLIMITED WASHES and was denied. Called the place the next day and was told 1 a day. If that’s the case the sign is failed advertising
EXPENSIVE- I tried the coin/ self serve wash, while the bays are nice and fancy, it’s about double the price of the other coin wash in town based on time vs. amount of quarters, according to my stop watch. No time countdown if you swipe a card, just wash until you’re done and check your online banking the next day to see what you racked up.Second, I tried the touch free drive in bay, paid $12 dollars for a wash explicitly with an underbody wash. While the body came out decent, the underbody and wheel wells weren’t so much as touched and still had all the grime I came in with. They need to make some adjustments, and in my opinion Howell soft cloth is still king of the suds in town.
Great car wash. I love the automatic wash. It makes my car shine!
Pretty impressed with this New wash in howell. The wash bays were all clean, the soft cloth was pretty cool. Have not seen a system like that before. Car looks very good after using the soft cloth
Absolutely the best Car Wash I have ever experienced! This has all new tech when it comes to a Car Wash. I am a fan and will return as soon as I need another great cleaning.
Use to be good but not anymore. Doesnt rinse as well and leaves soapy residue. The dryer seems to be shorter as well. Doesnt dry as well as it once did.
Love this car wash! Its an hour from home but one of the only drive through car washes I trust to touch my truck ^_^
Went to the self service spray car wash for the first time since the remodel. It cost $1.50 for two minutes of spray time. Not even enough time to spray the entire vehicle with soap let alone rinse it. The Add more coin beeper started going off before I even sprayed off the hood bumper and windshield.
Best car wash in the county. Automatic car wash is awesome. Great vacuums too!
Used the vacuums and they were super nice and powerful. Next time Ill have to check out the car wash!
Love not putting quarters in. Just swipe your card and go.
Excellent place to keep the dirt road mud from overwhelming my sensibilities. Does a great job on my Jeep JK and my wifes F-150.
One of the best car washes around. Got my car very clean, washed away the winter grime and salt.
This is a great car wash and the tall older gentleman that works in the morning is always helpful and very friendly.
Nice wash went through the automatic stall
Often a long wait but you can get a good cheep car wash, especially if you do it yourself.
Some of the functions did not work like just a plain rinse so I had to use the finish sealer as my rinse. Foam brush was frozen so we couldnt use that either. Swing and a miss. Probably wont stop here again any time soon.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! My car was so clean after it was washed that it looked brand new!! The staff was so attentive!! I wont be taking my car anywhere else!!
I have lived in Howell my whole life and this updated car wash is THE ABSOLUTE BEST! Its my favorite
Seems a bit pricier than other do it yourself carwashes. And Ill never understand why some do it yourself ones use cold water (this being one of them). Soap seems high quality though.
Always a nice place to wash your car, maybe a little busy during the day, but open and free at night
First time user of the auto wash and was impressed how clean my vehicle was when I left.... Ill be back
Got my car cleaned nicely
Great wash, very clean and well maintained equipment. A little pricey, but well worth it.
I was in line today to do the automatic wash with my Hummer H2 and was told that I am no longer allowed to get my car washed because I have a back tire and front grill on my vehicle 👿 Amazing because I’ve been getting the car washed since they reopened and owner has seen me and NEVER said a word and now all of the sudden I’m not welcome 👿👿
This place has always been a great place to wash my cars and since the remodel of the car wash its been great
Best car wash Ive been to. Their wash club is a great value.
Little higher prices but really cleans your car 🚗. A lot of options. Try it you will be sold.
This car wash isnt fn around. The auto wash did better than any other wash Ive had.
Best car wash I have ever been to! Love it!
Had a creepy guy who appeared to be an employee staring at me as If I was doing something wrong the whole time I was cleaning my car.other than that not a bad place.
Nice place clean will kept all equipment seems in good repair and worked well
Really nice clean cheap just have d spot to get out sometimes
Best car wash around!!! wont go to any other one!!
Great place and good prices, does get busy but it worth the wait. Everything is nice and kept clean.
Did a great job.
Would be better if the vacuums were had better map suction.
Best self service car wash around
My favorite go too touchless car wash places!
High quality products. Well maintained. Great price for what it gives you
Clean bays but the parking lot is very tight and not meant to easily bring a trailer in
Very nice car wash well pleased
Finally able to try this new place out. Love it, Best in the state of Michigan. Highly Recommend.
Best car wash in town hands down
Best spot in town.Has everything you need.Friendly staff.Always clean.
Doesnt get my back window due to car design. Not their fault.
This wash is awesome. Its as modern as it gets and does an awesome job.
Good wash but always leaves some dirt on the back.
Great results on a great monthly deal on washes.
The debit card feature is great. Everything seems well thought out.
Absolutely terrible entrance.. No room to move in the line/waiting area
Great water pressure. Great amount of cleaning options. Clean and user friendly.
Very clean and new equipment when using the self wash
Great service never had a problem with anything good prices to on products
Great recent upgrade. All equipment worked perfectly.
Nice new car wash
Love this place. Had many options, did a great job.
Impressive wash at a great price.
Best car wash in town!
Nicest car wash around
My only complaint is I wish it had an option for extra dry time
Live on a dirt road, and in a very convenient location, not to expensive
Love this car wash!
Best car wash in Howell
Great car wash!
A bit pricey, but cleaned well for the cost
Always a great wash.
Great new carwash in Howell.
Debit cards accepted makes is much easier
Fine. Its a car wash
Great car wash
Getting already dirty and a bit run down
Nice job on the truck.
Nice update from the old building.
Was a good car wash
Nice, clean, and great facility.
Very nice
Very good
Great place
Nice new
Nice.
Pretty good deal
Great place!
Beat car wash I town
Very nice place
Beatiful facility.
Awesome
Good stuff
Love this place!
Expensive
Excellent job
Love this place
👑👑👑👑👑
Love it........
Total reviews rating 4.4
142 Reviews for Soapy Bucket Car Wash 2023:
Review №1
2022-01-28Great value and great wash. I really like how the auto wash spends extra time in the front and back of the vehicle. This generally is where other car washes fall short.I am super happy with my monthly mbership and with the staff who regularly come out to ensure everyone knows how to use the wash, they give me a wave now being they recognize me.I love that the owner responds to all reviews and some of the responses are GREAT...honest and put people in their place when they are trying to misinform people.I will definitely be renewing my membership.
Review №2
2022-02-01Took our new truck here for the first time yesterday! OUTSTANDING car wash! Came out spotless! Hands down the best car wash Ive ever been to. The wash and dryers are extremely powerful. Very unique in design! Highly Recommend!
Review №3
2022-05-08I come here often. Love the remodel of the car wash. Much more updated then the previous car wash. Only thing I do not like is the automatic wash. My car is smaller than most and the brushes inside the automatic wash dont even touch the sides of my car at all. I thought with such a high tech wash, the brushes could be adjusted. I stick with the quarter wash bays from now on.
Review №4
2022-05-06The Soapy Bucket Car Wash is great, I love the automatic wash gets my car super shiny and clean, but it does miss the upper back rear window for some reason 🤔 but other than that beautiful, since I live on a dirt road 🙄 sometimes I just use the quarter wash bays and love the use of the credit card swiper, and good power to get that dirt off because its Michigan it will probably rain the next day or snow for that matter 😒😅 but if you like your vehicle clean this is the place to go. I used the vacuum once but couldnt get the dog hair off the seats but the dirt did come off the floor 🤗 I would recommend this car wash!
Review №5
2022-04-23My truck came out pretty clean. I dont think the under carriage wash did a decent job. If I go there again, I most likely will not get that option again. $13 seemed a bit high in my opinion.
Review №6
2022-06-10Literally the best car wash around Howell area, and the cleanest. Love that I can use my card instead of carrying change. Highly recommend this place.
Review №7
2022-04-27Best car wash Ive used. They have a card reader, gone are the days of running and putting in more and more quarters. It also seems super modern, and I love the way that the foaming brushs hose doesnt fight with the sprayer. Still my favorite car wash!
Review №8
2022-07-25I love this car wash. Fairly priced for the amount of service the wash does. Vacuums work great and are also fairly priced.
Review №9
2022-06-25Great car wash only negative things i can think of is if you have a truck trying to get your change from the machine is a little challenging. Too low
Review №10
2022-06-02Great facility to wash your vehicles, diy or hands free. I like the drive through, because it doesnt have tracks to roll on (or scuff my rims).