Big Red Car And Dog Wash (Tweed Heads, NSW)

Big Red Car And Dog Wash in Tweed Heads, NSW, is a local car wash with a friendly vibe and a solid 4.3 Google rating. It’s open 24 hours, seven days a week, so you can swing by whenever the mood hits.

The automatic side runs the Platinum Wash auto-service and a touchless platinum car wash, giving you a choice between a thorough clean or a gentler rinse. There are self-serve wash bays too, though some folks have opinions on the layout.

Payment is flexible: coins work for vacuums and cards are accepted, though a few users have mentioned the odd double charge or a minimum spend quirk. Vacuum machines are on-site and cost about $2 for three minutes. There’s also an on-site dog wash facility, with the dog wash around $15.

You can park, and staff will do a pre-wash before the automatic cycle for premium options, which many reviewers say helps the car come out looking sharp. Automatic washes run roughly $14 to $24, self-serve options around $15. Overall, it seems to offer good value, with a few folks noting some pricing quirks. The vibe from the crew is friendly, and the dog wash adds a nice multi‑task stop for locals.