Imagine searching for a car online and finding two vehicles that meet the same criteria. One looks bright and carefully maintained; the other appears neglected. Which listing would you open first?

A clean vehicle attracts more confidence than a dirty one. A polished exterior and a carefully prepared interior can make the difference between a car that is merely considered and one that buyers genuinely want to inspect.

Preparation should begin with a thorough clean. AVP can wash the exterior, carry out an appropriate polishing stage and apply protection. Inside, we vacuum the seats, footwells, luggage compartment and narrow gaps, clean the plastics and treat visibly marked surfaces where appropriate. Door shuts and greasy hinges are included rather than left as an afterthought.

Afterwards, the difference is visible from the first approach. The paintwork reflects cleanly. Opening the driver's door reveals tidy door shuts and hinges. Seats and carpets are free from obvious residue, while the instrument display, steering-wheel seams, door trims and centre console have been cleaned in detail. The luggage compartment and glass receive the same attention.

This standard of presentation does more than improve appearance. It signals that the owner has taken care of the vehicle, helping a prospective buyer approach the inspection with greater confidence.

Where required, AVP can also assess local repairs and visible bodywork damage as part of the wider preparation.

Detailing cannot determine a vehicle's final selling price, but it can help the car present its condition honestly and convincingly. We will advise you on the scope that makes sense before the vehicle is listed.