Salt, Sand & Sun: Keeping a Beach-Area Car Clean

Living near the water has obvious perks — but the coastal environment is tough on a car. Salt in the air speeds up corrosion, sand finds its way into everything and scratches surfaces, and the open sun does its usual damage. A little routine goes a long way toward keeping a beach-area vehicle in great shape.

Stay ahead of salt air

Salt is corrosive, and near the coast it settles on your car even when you haven't driven through water. Rinsing regularly — including the wheels and undercarriage — keeps it from accumulating and attacking metal and brake components over time.

Manage the sand

• Vacuum the interior often — sand grinds into carpet and upholstery fibers.
• Use quality floor mats and shake them out; don't let sand build up underfoot.
• Never wipe sandy exterior surfaces with a dry towel — rinse first so you're not dragging grit across the paint.

Keep it simple

Frequent rinses plus a regular full detail is the winning combination for a coastal car. Because we come to you, keeping up with it doesn't mean another errand — we handle it in your own driveway.