About

New Wave Carwash, Cheltenham, VIC is a DIY self-serve car wash with bays, hoses and brushes.

Google rating is 3.6, so it feels like a mixed bag – some folks find good value, others run into glitches and charges that aren’t great.

It’s all self-serve, no staff hand washes mentioned. You’ll find bays to park, wash, and rinse at your own pace. Payment can be by coins or card, though several reviews note coin issues and a few reports of card overcharging.

Vacuum stations are available, and pricing pops up in reviews: a common minimum around $4, with $12.50 being a typical wash charge; vacuums often run about $1 for 2 minutes or $2 for 4 minutes, with a card-based vacuum around $2.50.

Open 24 hours daily, so you can swing by whenever the mood hits. If you like a straightforward DIY wash and don’t mind the quirks, it’s worth a go.

Automatic Features

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Self Service Features

Self-serve DIY car wash with multiple bays available for manual washing.

Pricing Overview

- Minimum charge: $4
- Typical wash price: $12.50 (some reports of $5–$6 or $10 in other instances; card payments often hit $12.50)
- Coin option: about $1 buys roughly 1.5 minutes of wash time
- Vacuum pricing: $1 for 2 minutes or $2 for 4 minutes; card-enabled vacuum: $2.50