Fast, eco-friendly and 100% Scratch Free car washes

Experience New Zealand's cleanest, most advanced car wash technology.
Get your car sparkling in minutes.

The Quickest, Cleanest, Greenest 
Car Wash in Christchurch

Quickest

In and out in just 4 minutes — a full professional clean without slowing you down.

Cleanest

Every detail covered with our 15-step wash, for a spotless scratch free shine every time.

Greenest

Eco-friendly wash systems that recycle water and keep our waterways clean by discharging to the sewer network

The 15 Steps to a Clean Car Finish

The Tunnel Wash is the most technologically advanced car wash operation in New Zealand. 

You simply sit back, relax and let our conveyor system guide you through your Tunnel Wash experience…

How it works

  • Drive In & Choose Your Package

    Pull up to our entrance and select your wash package.

  • Guided Through

    Our conveyor system smoothly guides your vehicle into the perfect position. Sit back and relax while powerful high-pressure jets tackle dirt and grime, even in hard-to-reach spots.

  • Wash & Dry

    Your car is thoroughly cleaned, dried, and finished with extreme wax and polish for lasting shine and protection. Recycled water and efficient systems ensure every wash is eco-friendly.

  • Drive Away

    In just minutes, exit with a sparkling clean car.

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What our clients say

What a great young team at Tunnel Wash Harewood today. Was greeted by a young lady who was super friendly and welcoming & then the young man who I drove up alongside as I was driving into the wash gave great instructions and wished me a great rest of the day. Really awesome service & […]

Kat

Staff there are super sweet!! Love the service car smelling and looking clean as 👌🏼🤭

Bonnie fearn

Have been a member here for several years now and it saves me so much time and does a really great job! Staff are super friendly too 🤗

Caleb Griffioen

Was a bit nervous as I hadn’t gone through before and didn’t know the process. But friendly guys that didn’t make me feel silly and car super clean. Liked the additional wipes for the dash.

Rachel G.T

Interesting way to get a car wash.Definitely gives the best wash!

Tim Stratford

Frequently Asked Questions

Are we environmentally friendly?

Helping the environment is one of our main goals. We reclaim up to 80% of our water and all of our cleaning solutions are biodegradable and environmentally friendly. We dispose of our waste water by first removing solids, and then directly disposing the remaining liquids into the sanitary sewer system where it is properly treated […]

How often should I wash my car?

Weekly. Washing once a week will properly maintain the paint and exterior of your vehicle and will only keep enhancing the value and quality of it and its features.

Vehicles that have a Dura-sealed Protection, can they be put through Tunnel Wash?

We encourage you to bring Dura-sealed vehicles through Tunnel Wash for this will only enhance and protect it further and also make your vehicle look far cleaner.

What type of vehicles can be washed?

Our carwash can accept most standard sized cars, vans and utes up to 2.1 metres in height. We guarantee the safety of all factory-installed equipment in proper working order. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding your particular vehicle.

Why should I keep my car clean?

Having a clean car obviously keeps your car looking newer for longer. But there are other more technical reasons to keep your car clean. Dust, sand and dirt are miniscule, abrasive particles that can attach themselves to your paint finish. If your car is not washed on a regular basis, these particles can literally scratch […]

Can I safely wash my newly painted vehicle?

Yes. The Tunnel Wash carwash uses a softec material and mild soaps and detergents. However, a newly painted car will need to allow time for the paint to cure before washing. Please consult your body shop for curing times. This does not include new cars, as the paint on a new car will be completely […]

Do you have restriction on some types of vehicles going through your carwash?

While we do have certain restrictions on what we can and can’t safely wash, we’ve worked hard at providing our customers with the best carwash technology available to give them a clean, dry and shiny vehicle. Your vehicle will not be harmed in any way in the process. In fact, in many instances washing your […]

Can I wash my Ute?

Yes. Items left in your ute bed (if left uncovered) can become projectiles and can cause a safety hazard. Therefore, for the safety of you, your vehicle and other customers, we require your ute bed to be empty and clear.

Can I safely wash my convertible?

Yes. Please make sure that your convertible top has been properly latched in place before you start the wash process.

Which vehicles are washed at owner’s risk?

Vehicles with: If you believe your vehicle will have an issue with any of the above limitations please kindly advise one of our customer service attendants in order for Tunnel Wash to take the necessary precautions to prevent any further damage or loss.

Can I safely wash my attached bug shield?

A bug shield is an aftermarket accessory made of plastic. We cannot be responsible for this item however, most customers who have bug shields on their vehicles wash their cars with no incident.

Why don’t you clean the inside?

Through a thorough interview process of car wash customers recently, it was apparent priority for the customers was the demand for a fast, high quality carwash. These days, most of us put a premium on our time, so we focus on giving our customers the highest quality carwash, and greatest service available, in the shortest […]

If my windscreen is cracked, will it be safe in the carwash?

Yes. However, it is good to keep in mind that when a windscreen is damaged (even with the smallest of chips and cracks), it is more susceptible to quick changes in temperature, so while you may wash with a cracked windscreen, it is at your own risk.

Will my wheels be clean?

Tunnel Wash uses a computerised tyre application and process that cleans wheels and shines your tyres. This process removes dirt, brake dust and road grime and brightens the walls of your tyres. Tunnel Wash does not use corrosive or acid chemicals and only uses soft brushes on the wheels and tyres (note this is the […]

Will my antenna be harmed in the carwash process?

It is always safer to remove your antenna before entering our carwash, although 99% of vehicles never have a problem. Electric antennas must be retracted.

How long does it take to wash a Car?

Tunnel Wash uses a conveyor that keeps cars moving even if there are a few cars in line. The entire wash cycle lasts no longer than four minutes and since there is no waiting for the car in front of you to finish, you will rarely spend more than five minutes from the time you […]

What Makes Tunnel Wash Stand Out?

Tunnel Wash uses the latest technology from the USA that includes Softec cloth materials that do not scratch or mark the surface of your car or dull your clear coat finish. It is safer than hand washing. We entrust your car to a combination of high tech computer controlled wash equipment & systems. You will […]

Do you take Credit/Debit Cards for payment?

Tunnel Wash accepts Credit cards, Eftpos, Apple Pay, Tunnel Wash Prepaid cards and Tunnel Wash App payments.

What kinds of vehicles can’t go through the Tunnel Wash?

Tunnel Wash uses the latest technology from the USA that includes Softec cloth materials that do not scratch or mark the surface of your car or dull your clear coat finish. It is safer than hand washing. We entrust your car to a combination of high tech computer controlled wash equipment & systems. You will […]

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