Tidal Wave Auto Spa | Car Wash

1901 20th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35209

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Tidal Wave Auto Spa | Car Wash, 1901 20th Ave S, Birmingham

What kind of wash it is

Tidal Wave Auto Spa | Car Wash is a car wash at 1901 20th Ave S in Birmingham, Alabama. It offers touchless, express tunnel and detailing washing. On site: free vacuums, monthly membership, undercarriage wash and towels provided. It takes cards.

Height clearance: 7′ (fits roof racks and vehicles up to that height)

Why we label it this way
  • Express tunnelBonus: the “ride” through the wash tunnel is actually a bit entertaining with multi-colored lights and a cute “Catch the Happy Wave” gobo that made me smile.
  • DetailingVery detailed about the information!
  • Height clearanceCurrent guidelines allow vehicles up to 7 feet tall

Quotes come from this car wash's reviews or website.

Good for Teslas: you stay in the driver's seat here, so nobody else drives the car.

Prices

Single wash from
$15
Unlimited monthly from
$29.97/mo

The cheapest regular prices on its website, checked November 2026. Intro deals are left out.

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Rating

4.6 on Google, 99 reviews

What reviewers bring up most:

  • Vacuums
  • Cost
  • Friendly employees
  • Cleanliness
  • Energetic staff
  • Wheels

Details come from this car wash's Google Maps listing and customer reviews, last checked in November 2026. Call ahead if a feature matters to you.

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Hours

Monday8 AM – 8 PM
Tuesday8 AM – 8 PM
Wednesday8 AM – 8 PM
Thursday8 AM – 8 PM
Friday8 AM – 8 PM
Saturday8 AM – 8 PM
Sunday8 AM – 8 PM

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