College Car Wash

154 reviews

4637 Sarcee Rd SW, Calgary, AB T3E 7C8, Canada

+14036866749

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College Car Wash is a Self service car wash located at 4637 Sarcee Rd SW, Calgary, AB T3E 7C8, Canada. It has received 154 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 stars.

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Hours

Monday7AM-10PM
Tuesday7AM-9PM
Wednesday7AM-9PM
Thursday7AM-10PM
Friday7AM-10PM
Saturday7AM-10PM
Sunday7AM-10PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of College Car Wash: 4637 Sarcee Rd SW, Calgary, AB T3E 7C8, Canada

  • College Car Wash has 4.0 stars from 154 reviews

  • Self service car wash

  • "This was my late grandpa's favorite car wash"

    "Been visiting this car wash for a few years now, and have always been happy that it doesn't get as busy as others in the area"

    "Writing this review on behalf of my husband who frequents this car wash as it is close to his work"

    "I am very picky about DIY car washes"

    "This was my favorite car wash until they decided to increase profits by cutting back on soap"

Reviews

  • Skye W

This was my late grandpa's favorite car wash. I have lovely memories of him getting me to drive him here so he could treat me to a car wash. I'm not a fan of coin-operated places so when I found out they take debit/credit now, I was excited to come back to a place filled with such fond memories. I took my time and used several different things and still only spent about $10. So it's waay cheaper than hands-free places, and you get a more quality wash. I would probably only use a hands-free place again in winter to get a thorough undercarriage rinse to get the salt off. Otherwise, I'll be coming here! I recommend it. Oh, and they have vacuums out back too. I wish they lasted a little longer, but it's probably industry standard. Managed to do a thorough job of my front floors before it ran out, and that was the worst of it anyway, so I'm not too disappointed. Cost $2.

  • Jerry Bowley

Been visiting this car wash for a few years now, and have always been happy that it doesn't get as busy as others in the area. However, I'm now driving a newer vehicle, so I'm paying closer attention to how clean the car actually is, and I'm disappointed. As others have mentioned, the water pressure (and temperature) can be hit and miss, but my biggest gripe is about the "soft water". As in, how can they call it that? I prefer not to towel dry my car and I ALWAYS have the worst hard water spots after washing here. Yet, when I wash at 2 other car washes near by, the car dries without a spot. For this reason, I won't be visiting College Car Wash anymore. But if you're simply looking for a quick, non-busy, cheap way to hose off some road grime, it'll do you just fine.

  • Cheryl Zalewski

Writing this review on behalf of my husband who frequents this car wash as it is close to his work. Half the time the coin operated machine spits out his loonies that came from their own change machine. There doesn't seem to be anyone there that washes down the wash bays that are full of mud/debris. This makes it tough when you are trying to wash your own vehicle only to find the whole area extremely dirty. Once you back out of the bay to exit your tires are covered in mud and it gets splashed on to your car once you drive away. Some other car washes have someone constantly rinsing off the bays to ensure its clean for the next customer.

  • Linda Lee

I am very picky about DIY car washes. I expect them to be clean with everything working properly. I don't like to see water wasted with dripping hoses, and I expect to have a clean car with a rinse, foam brush, etc. without constantly feeding the machine money. This is the perfect place to wash your car. It's striking how clean this place is every time I have been there. And, the older couple who run the place are the reason I keep coming back as well. They are kind, helpful and eager...I miss that kind of customer service. Definitely worth your car wash, time and money!

  • Ray L

This was my favorite car wash until they decided to increase profits by cutting back on soap. I washed my car twice and it still wasn't clean. I've been going there for years and I've never had to wash it twice. When I commented to the owner that there wasn't enough soap he told me I didn't know how to wash my car. I haven't been back since.

  • Aim NC

April 20-2020. I took my two quads and pick up for a wash. The worker there started giving my a hard time after I finished washing my pickup..He said it will take him too long to clean the floor. Dude. I just spent over $100 on car wash at your place. And its a car wash and i did exactly just that. Didn't even dump any garbage there.

  • Gabrielle N

Washed my car using my credit card, and got overcharged. My car wash was supposed to be $8 and I got charged $20. Their system was also messed up and kept putting out soap when I was trying to rinse. Got a terrible wash that costed me more to do it myself than to go to a drive through car wash, pretty annoying! Won’t be coming back.

  • Vern Mckay

This place gets the job done if you're into self washing your vehicle, as I am. It has an RV bay that could likey fit a transport truck and trailer. I do not much care for the push button selector panel, I found it mildly confusing, and sometimes difficult to locate the coin receptor, but thats just being nit-pickey.

  • Marcel Beatch

Unfortunately this place has gone down hill. Used to have great pressure and high quality spray soap and foam brush. Not the case anymore. Vacuums outside will take your money, but that’s about it. None of them have enough vacuum to pick up even the smallest crumbs from your seats.

  • Max B

Awesome car wash that is rarely too busy. Run by an older couple who are great, always there to help out if needed. They just got new card machines which are super accurate with payment and you don’t get overcharged a cent. 10/10 would recommend. Great spot for a quick car wash.

  • Eva

Got charged fifteen dollars for a car washing session that was about three minutes in duration (used my credit card). The pricing was not made clear at all. The fifteen dollar charge was a bit of a slap in the face when I'm used to paying about a third of that anywhere else.

  • Ryan Young

I'm a frequent user of this car wash but not anymore. They overcharged me for a car wash that was supposed to cost $6 but ended up cost me $30. I went to address the issue and they were no help at all, said too bad. Don't waste your time here, customer service was horrible.

  • Sam Lawson

Quick, simple l self service wash! Price is fair but not crazy cheap. This is my go to place to wash the truck. Just wish they had a way to make it easier to wash the underside of the vehicle. Maybe a ramp or a set of steps to walk under. I’ll still keep coming here though

  • Erick Phaneuf

It is a place I go fairly often, with hot water to clean the cars, coins and credit cards operation. Down side, the place is getting old and when more busy than average the soap tends to run out leaving the car unclean or needing s lot more time or $$$ to do a good job

  • Julienne Jarocki

Don't think I will ever go here again. Just witnessed a very aggressive owner towards a girl. I would have called the cops as soon as the owner punched her van. Looked like she was being ganged up on, yelling in her face. Not professional!

  • katy may

Easy to use self car wash. $2 to start , foam brush. High pressure water , also can spray soap. Finish with protection rinse and light water . MAtt holders . Also have a change machine and vacuums The owners are very nice to, and helpful.

  • G DeNault

I have been to this car wash many times it is great. However, today as two hail storms passed and we were trying to find a safe place to pull over we ended up in the car wash. The owner is an amazing lady who ushered as many cars as she

  • Kat Kitty

As a U-Haul dealer?? HORRIBLE incompetent. Wouldn't do credit card ,requested cash. Very unprofessional. Do not use, as he uses his wash as a geriatric center for his parents too ,Sad place UHAUL ,*check him out if he's wanting cash*

  • Rory Lonewolf

Usually a decent car wash, though it is falling apart. Today however I pulled into one stall and the pressure would only last for a few seconds before turning to barely a trickle. Wasted $4 and nobody was around for assistance.

  • Brett Harnish

I'm a big fan of a car wash that only has one lineup for multiple bays - no having to guess which line will go faster. The cost for time was as good or better than other car washes. Overall a positive experience!

  • Wayne Smith

Nice spot - easy access from Richmond Road - 37 St. SW - close to Glenmore Trail - good hot water - lots of room to detail outside after. Great Korean family run business - with grandma & grandpa leading the way.

  • Rick Jesse

Just washed my car at this car wash, first time tapping my card the machine did nothing, so I tapped again and when I checked my bank statement I had double charges, seems to be a common theme at this location.

  • Ignacio Ottati

Pretty good for a self serve car wash. The machines are easy to use and with the option you need to wash your car. The space and layout of the car wash is good and open. When I went there no wait.

  • Angelo M S

There are a few car washes around and this might be one of the cheapest ones around. Also it remains pretty low key so its not as busy as the one on Richmond road near the safeway.

  • Kent P

Unfortunately they have no bug wash doesn’t really help in the summertime! Also, I’m not really sure why you guys have a phone number nobody ever answers the phone! Get bug wash!

  • Neil “Papa Bambam” Bamford

Been going there since forever. There is always an attendant handy keeping things clean and operational and also to help those that need a bit of backing in or out

  • Clint Struth

I like this car wash + not usually lined up, service staff are friendly and helpful, rates are in line with other car washes in town. Will be back, for sure.

  • Darren Wlasichuk

Like it because it's out of the way....a bit.....hardly any lineup's..... Great place.... Could use warmer water as well...... More soap too..... …

  • Ryan Genyk

Lacking maintenance. 2 of the wash bay’s credit card payments were not working and the exit door took 2 tries from everyone for it to open.

  • Dave McMaster

Not always clean, wash brush not scratch pruff, be carfull to spray them first. Times very between stalls. All in not bad, bunt great.

  • Nancy Christophersen

They are such great owners! Always ready to help if you require change or machine issues. Been going here for many years! …

  • Stephen Borynski

Clean and conveniently located near Mount Royal University. Car wash performs great with good pressure capability.Worth a visit

  • Christopher Bore

Terrible operation, the older woman was extremely rude and short tempered while using vile language as I was about to leave.

  • Nick Smith

Not a fan. Maintenance is low. It work's in a pinch for a quick and easy, wouldn't recommend a full foam brush wash though.

  • Hooman Zabihi

Each station is separated from others which makes it much easier to wash your car without being worry to set someone else

  • Trey Petty

Excellent spray car wash place. Lots of tall/long stalls. Reasonable price per cycle. The machines take coins or cards.

  • Sean Gange-Harris

It's a wand car wash. Not much to say about it other than you can pay with a credit card which is convenient.

  • Tom Morris

Love this place! Great smell, great owners, great soap! Give your vehicle a wash and come see for yourself!

  • Brian Viens

I guess with inflation 2 bucks barley does anything anymore but common can't even soap my ride or vacuum it

  • Ken Boyko

The family that runs this place keeps it clean. It's prices are competitive and the lines are usually short

  • Idan Shoham

Best car wash in the area. Rarely lined up and well priced. Convenient on the way into town from the West.

  • Samantha Marshall

How do I give zero stars ?! Most ignorant unprofessional owners I've ever met . Wow . Lost for words .

  • Natasha Mills

Absolutely amazing very hot water and the people who own this car wash are very very kind …

  • Roy Schultze

Well maintained and not as busy as other car washes. I have used this car wash many times.

  • Bruce Renton

The owners of this car wash are polite and kind. They care about offering good service.

  • Jerry Chang

A good place to wash your car, 2$ for 2 mins. 6$ is enough to finish a good car wash.

  • JR CARREON

Today, I was charged $20 in my credit card for 4mins rinsed out of dirt in my car

  • Jason Tuer

Cost was a buck per minute, water was warm and they have full time attendants.

  • john mcintyre

Good! I like that they have updated the card machine right in the bays!

  • Steve Webb

Warm water. Reasonble prices. $4.00 to do a thorough wash of my car.

  • Nature Witch Rae

Terrible owner that runs U-Haul. Wants cash. Not a card. DO NOT USE

  • Kevin Morris

Nice and clean Car wash. Decent pice for washing a full size van.

  • Doli Gill

2020 all Alberta car wash start 3 dollars and 3 minutes maximum

  • Rod Hamilton

The only accept credit cards, that's why l have them two stars

  • Dan Lavine

Small car wash but the attendant was amazing!! Made my day!

  • Samantha Mackelson

Love this car wash! The couple that runs it are so sweet!

  • Blue

Excellent customer service, very personable and helpful.

  • Victor Carpay

The staff here are extremely hardworking and friendly.

  • Richard & Liz Bergeron

Convenient location ,staff is friendly - good pricing

  • Sam Atia

Great place to wash your car indoors with some heat

  • Chantelle Wollbaum

Fair price and time. Easy to use with tap pay.

  • Anna Bambury Laforet

Looks like a good place. Lots of cars go there

  • Jason Hansen

Fair price, hot water, good pressure . …

  • Saltesz Music

Great place to clean up that dirty vehicle.

  • Raymond Wong

Everything was kept in immaculate condition

  • Garvin Kokot

Not bad. Need more pressure in soap mode.

  • T. R. Manning

Great water pressure and friendly owners

  • Richard Pevach

Good place for self serve car washing.

  • Steve Baxter

Clean installs,water pressure correct

  • Tyler

Good price for hand washing the car.

  • Ray Cheung

Organized lineups and decent pricing

  • Greg Angevine

Clean and efficient local car wash

  • ananth babladi

Inexpensive way to wash your car.

  • CliffM

Convenient and easy to get in to!

  • Rocky V

Great people, always friendly...

  • Vill Van Der Merwe

Best on the west side of town.

  • John Stewart

Very clean, all worked great.

  • Randy Ricalde

great place to wash your car

  • Bill Mc Nabb

Great place never very busy

  • Candice Patrick

Very dirty equipment is old

  • grant I

Good wash, close to home

  • Robert Pettigrew

Fast friendly and clean!

  • Vector Kwok

Clean place for car wash

  • Nix

Has a truck and RV bay.

  • Kyle Moorhead

Normally not too busy.

  • Gary Vickers

Very freindly people.

  • Cecile Fuller

No me that was there

  • Cornerstone

Dangerous facilities

  • Ria Kihee Kim

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  • Kleina Obieta

Sparkling clean ✨️

  • Al Syverson

No line ups clean

  • latrice lehman

Great car wash.

  • Trevor Kulyk

Great car wash!

  • Big Plume Enterprises Inc

great place

  • Gersy Lagos

Excellent

  • Brandon Russell

Fantastic

  • Kenisha M

Big bays

  • A Pat

Cheap

  • George Eserve
  • Shaun O'Halloran

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