Enjoy quick and convenient express car wash services at ZIPS Car Wash, where every wash includes our always-free self-serv vacuums and detailing amenities! Plus, feel good about protecting your investment with our ZIPS UNLIMITED™ membership program with daily wash privileges, available at all locations. Proudly serving members and customers at more than 180+ locations in 19 states. ZIPS Car Wash is now cashless and accepts all major credit cards, debit cards, and ZIPS gift cards.
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Drew Verizon
5 days ago
5.0
I have been going to this location since it opened years ago. I have excellent service and the management team is the best.
Eugene, the manager, has always helped me with any issues arising out of billing.
I recommend Zips to anyone looking for the best car wash in the area.
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J. Daniel Griffin
Aug 20, 2026
5.0
Fast and friendly
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Ryan Stimpert
Aug 14, 2026
1.0
I'm tired of feeling like an inconvenience to the employees at Zip’s Arden, I pay over $30 a month to feel like I'm bothering them. On 08/13/26, I got a car wash and went to pull in to the vacuum area, as I was pulling in to a parking spot to use the vacuum and courtesy towels and older employee with gray hair and a goatee threw his hands up as if I was doing something wrong. He then walked to my driver’s window and said the vacuums shut down a "7 til 8 PM” (sic), I looked at my phone and it said 7:49 PM, so his lie didn't even add up time wise as it was 11 minutes before 8 PM. If it wasn’t a lie then why couldn’t I just use them until they turn off? Why would Zip’s deliberately shut the vacuums off “7-minutes before the posted operating hours (8 AM to 8 PM), that’s just setting your employees up to piss people off. When you first sign up for Zip’s monthly wash plans (I’m paraphrasing) the “fine print” clearly says you have access to the facility for use within specific location operating hours, legally you and Zip’s enter in to a contract, because if you fail to make payment Zip’s uses that fine print to cancel service and sue for any monies due. It says NOTHING about “even though you’re within the posted business hours, you must first check-in with employees at that location to see if your presence at that location meets their personal schedules.”
If true, which is in doubt, why weren’t his comments just an FYI so I would know why the vacuums shut off? What harm was I going to do using the vacuum until it powered off? Why wasn’t I allowed to park and at least dry my car off with courtesy towels Zip’s provides? The totality of events makes it VERY CLEAR this had nothing to do with the vacuums powering off, obviously! Oh, I'm sorry, not that I myself had been at work since 7:45 AM and just wanted to get home, but my car was in severe need a wash and vacuum with all the rain we’ve had 4 out of the past 5-days. I worked retail and in the restaurant industry while in college, so I certainly get wanting to go home and being frustrated with people walking in the door at the very last moment. But this isn’t retail or the restaurant business where service is needed, my presence at 7:49 PM in the vacuum area required nobody to wait on me, bring me items, cash me out, etc…It takes 5-mintues or less to vacuum my car and I still would’ve been gone BEFORE the listed closing time of 8 PM. There would’ve been ZERO INTERACTION between myself and the Zip’s employees, not like I was creating extra work for someone…
My wife and I switched backed to Zip’s from Hurricane Wash just because we use Airport Rd. more frequently, it's not as if Zips offers an exceptional service. In fact, Hurricane Wash actually offers the better wash experience, they actually take a soapy broom brush to ALL four wheels and always look great awards. Zip’s however, I’m lucky if I get someone to just spray my vehicle with a wand before entering the wash, only about 15-20% of the time will someone take the effort to actually do so. As mentioned, we only switched back to Zips for convenience but we should have listened to our gut and remembered the Arden location has NEVER been known for its friendliness to begin with.
We are over the feeling of being an inconvenience to Zip’s or should I clarify, we are tired of PAYING to feel like we’re inconveniencing someone and tonight was just one more reason to cancel and switch back to Hurricane Wash. Poor customer service played a role the first time we left Zip’s and I guess we were the dumb ones to think things may have changed. There are (2) other competitors to Zip’s Arden that are within 2-miles; Hurricane Wash & Dr. Detail, both of which have as good and better full-service washing facilities and actually attempt to be friendly…
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Dm K
Jul 29, 2026
1.0
Hello,
After washing my car, I parked it in your car wash parking lot so I could clean the inside. While I was doing that, your staff started mowing the grass, and the entire front of my car was covered with grass clippings and debris.
I tried to go through the car wash again and explained what had happened, but I was refused another wash. Instead of helping resolve a problem that was not my fault, I was met with excuses and a complete lack of willingness to assist.
I had been a member of your car wash for about two years and had always used your services. Unfortunately, after the way I was treated today, I have decided to cancel my membership. I am extremely disappointed that when your own operations caused my vehicle to become dirty again, no one was willing to make the situation right for a loyal customer.
Zips Car Wash provides express car wash services including free self-service vacuums and detailing amenities. They also offer the ZIPS UNLIMITED™ membership with daily wash privileges.
What are the regular operating hours of Zips Car Wash?
Zips Car Wash is open daily from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Are there any special holiday hours for Zips Car Wash?
Yes, on 2025-11-27 and 2025-12-25 the location is closed. On 2025-12-24 and 2025-12-31 it is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. On 2026-01-01 it opens at 9:00 AM and closes at 7:00 PM.
What payment methods does Zips Car Wash accept?
Zips Car Wash accepts all major credit cards including American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa, and Zips gift cards. The location is now cashless.
Does Zips Car Wash have a membership program?
Yes, the ZIPS UNLIMITED™ membership program offers daily wash privileges at all locations to help protect your investment.
Where is Zips Car Wash located?
Zips Car Wash is located at 360 Airport Rd, Arden, NC 28704, USA.
Can I find other automotive services near Zips Car Wash?
Yes, nearby automotive service centers include Eurospec Automotive Services Center, Auto Pro, and Powersport Parts Direct for automotive repair and parts.
Are there any pet-related services near Zips Car Wash?
Yes, nearby pet services include Banfield Pet Hospital, PetSmart, and PetSmart Grooming you can visit before or after your car wash.
Where can I grab a coffee or a meal near Zips Car Wash?
You can visit Starbucks, Western Union coffee shop, Itto Ramen Bar & Japanese Tapas, or Culver's nearby for drinks and food before or after your car wash.
Are there retail stores near Zips Car Wash for additional shopping?
Yes, nearby retail options include OfficeMax, Michaels Stores, Ross Dress for Less, Cost Plus World Market, World Market, and CVS Pharmacy inside Target Store.
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