Carwash (South Grafton, NSW)

Carwash (South Grafton, NSW) is a handy, no-nonsense spot to give your car a wash. Google rating sits at 3.5, so the vibe is practical more than flashy. It runs a brushless drive-through auto wash, but there’s no dryer, so you might still towel a bit yourself. It’s open 24 hours, so you can swing by any time.

If you’d rather scrub yourself, there are DIY coin-operated self-serve bays ready to go. There are vacuums on site to chase out the last crumb and a dog wash facility if your mate has a muddy paw. You’ll find cash and coins accepted, plus card payments; there’s a coin exchange machine to top up, though some card readers aren’t always reliable.

Prices and value get mixed vibes in reviews – some call it relatively inexpensive, others say it’s a bit pricey or a waste of time. Still, for a late-night wash or a quick DIY clean, it covers the basics and keeps things moving.