Enjoy the Ride Detail
Enjoy the Ride Detail is an auto detailing and ceramic coating shop at 2000 Kipling Street in Lakewood, Colorado, serving Lakewood and the surrounding communities. The business is locally owned and operated, brings over 30 years of combined experience to every job, and stands behind its work with a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. Exterior work is offered in clear tiers: a One-Step detail that lifts minor swirling, hazing, and oxidation with roughly 6 polishing passes, a Two-Step that clears minor hazing and surface scratches with 6 to 8 fine polishing passes, and a Three-Step that starts with a heavy cut compound and removes 90 plus percent of scratches from the paint. The Two-Step and Three-Step finish with a high gloss synthetic wax to protect the clear coat, while the One-Step uses a combined one-step compound and wax, and simpler clay and wax service or a straight hand wash with rim cleaning, tire shine, and exterior window cleaning are available on their own. Interior work covers a full deep clean with vacuuming, hand scrubbing, steam cleaning of every crevice, upholstery shampooing, and reconditioning of vinyl, plastic, and leather, plus targeted requests such as stain removal, odor elimination, and leather conditioning. Ceramic coating is the shop's specialty, with System X Max G+ rated to last 10 years without maintenance and DuraSlic rated for approximately 5 years, and Revivify offered as a self-healing nano-coating that can reduce light scratches and swirls when exposed to heat. Every coating begins with a full paint correction process so imperfections are removed rather than sealed in, and coatings can be applied to wheels, glass, trim, and interior surfaces as well as to boats, RVs, and motorcycles. All System X products are registered to the vehicle's Carfax report when applied at the shop. Free estimates are provided, and appointments can be booked online or by phone.
Services
Auto ceramic coating
Ceramic coating packages built on System X and DuraSlic products, applied after full paint correction and exterior prep. System X Max G+ is rated to last 10 years without maintenance, and DuraSlic is rated for approximately 5 years.
Paint correction
Thorough paint correction that removes swirl marks, light scratches, and oxidation so the surface is clean and smooth before a coating is applied.
Exterior auto detailing
One-Step, Two-Step, and Three-Step exterior packages. The Three-Step removes 90 plus percent of scratches using a heavy cut compound followed by 6 to 8 passes of fine polishing and a high gloss synthetic wax.
Interior auto detailing
Complete deep clean of the entire interior. The team vacuums, scrubs, steam cleans every crevice, shampoos all upholstery, and reconditions vinyl, plastic, and leather surfaces.
Clay and wax service
Thorough hand wash with iron decon chemicals, a clay treatment to remove contaminants, and a high gloss synthetic wax to add depth and protect the paint.
Why choose us?
Location & hours
2000 Kipling St, Lakewood, CO 80215, USA
FAQs
What is the difference between the One-Step, Two-Step, and Three-Step exterior details?
The One-Step is the basic exterior detail, using roughly 6 passes on all painted surfaces to remove minor swirling, hazing, and oxidation and add gloss and clarity. The Two-Step is mid-level and clears minor hazing and surface scratches with 6 to 8 passes of fine polishing. The Three-Step is the high-level option, starting with a heavy cut compound to remove deeper scratches and then adding 6 to 8 fine polishing passes, which removes 90 plus percent of the scratches in the paint. The Two-Step and Three-Step finish with a high gloss synthetic wax to protect the clear coat, and the One-Step uses a combined one-step compound and wax.
Which ceramic coatings does Enjoy the Ride Detail offer?
The shop offers System X Max G+, which is the flagship System X coating rated to last 10 years without maintenance, and DuraSlic, which begins with a Three-Step exterior detail and is rated for approximately 5 years, making it a good fit for daily driven cars. Revivify is also available as a self-healing nano-coating with ultra-hydrophobic, flexible ceramic technology that can repair minor scratches and swirls when exposed to heat. Contact the shop to see which one suits your vehicle.
Do I need paint correction before a ceramic coating?
Yes, the shop highly recommends it and includes a full paint correction process before coating. Sealing in swirl marks, light scratches, and oxidation defeats the purpose of the coating, so the surface is corrected first to make sure it is clean and smooth and the coating can bond effectively. The One-Step, Two-Step, and Three-Step packages are the prep options used for this.
Will a ceramic coating make my car scratch-proof?
Ceramic coatings are highly scratch-resistant but not completely scratch-proof. Revivify offers self-healing, which can minimize the appearance of light swirls and micro-scratches over time. The team is happy to walk through which coating best matches how you drive and what you want protected.
Can coatings be applied to more than just paint?
Yes. Coatings can be applied to wheels, glass, trim, and even interior surfaces for a fully protected vehicle, and the shop is not limited to cars. Boats, RVs, and motorcycles are coated as well, with each application tailored to the unique materials and surfaces of that vehicle. Just let the team know which areas you want treated.
How do I care for my vehicle after a coating is applied?
Avoid harsh chemicals and automatic car washes. Hand wash using pH-neutral soaps and soft microfiber towels. The shop also offers maintenance detailing to help preserve the coating's longevity and appearance, and applying a yearly maintenance coat is what keeps the lifetime manufacturer's warranty on System X Max G+ valid.
What interior detailing is available?
The Full Interior Detail is a complete deep clean of the entire cabin, including a full vacuum and hand scrub, steam cleaning of every crevice, upholstery shampooing, reconditioning of vinyl, plastic, and leather, interior and exterior windows, and door jam cleaning. If you only need part of that, targeted requests are handled too, such as stain removal, odor elimination, leather conditioning, and spot area cleaning.
Where is the shop and when is it open?
Enjoy the Ride Detail is at 2000 Kipling Street, Lakewood, Colorado 80215. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed Sunday. Free estimates are provided, so call, email, or book online to talk through the right package for your vehicle.