Border Auto Valet

15/08/2025

Off road 4x4 drivers, please read the signs at wash machine. Other people don't appreciate wading about in your muck which you kindly left this morning.
Thank you.

28/05/2025

Why Pre-Washing Your Car Really Matters (And How to Do It Right)

If you care about the appearance of your car—whether you’re new to detailing or already deep into the world of foam lances and microfibre towels—there’s one stage you should never skip: the pre-wash.

It’s not just an optional extra. The pre-wash is the foundation of a swirl-free, glossy finish and helps protect your paintwork from long-term damage. And the best part? It’s a simple process anyone can follow with the right products and a few key steps.

What Is Pre-Washing (And Why Should You Bother)?

Before you even think about touching your car with a wash mitt (sponge or brush), you should be removing as much loose dirt and grime as possible. Why? Because that grime, if left in place, acts like sandpaper. When dragged across your car’s surface during a contact wash, it can cause scratches, swirls, and a dull finish over time.

The pre-wash stage uses specially formulated products to loosen and lift this contamination safely—without physically touching the paint. It’s the easiest way to prep your vehicle for a proper clean while minimising the risk of paint damage.

18/12/2024

CARWASH CLOSED! due to the excessive mud deposited by this person. Not even in wash bay but in walking area and all over machine. Thanks 😡. Let the clean up commence .

31/05/2023

Carwash up and running again. Thanks for your patience.

30/05/2023

Sorry the carwash is closed this evening due to a burst hose. We will be back up and running again tomorrow (Wednesday) am mid morning.
Sorry for any inconvenience.

B A V.

18/01/2023

Chris Powell, Auto Solutions . I'll share this for you.

Afternoon all. Not 100% sure this is the right place to put this but felt this was the quickest way to spread this message. My garage is in Earlston and I'm just wanting to give everyone a heads up about a customer who may be looking to get some work done one, either, a Jeep Grand Cherokee or, more importantly for her, a converted Mercedes Sprinter mini bus that I'm aware has broken down. She resides in Earlston and will give you the biggest sob story you'll ever hear, I know everyone knows how that goes, but she is due me over £1000 since November of 2021. She no longer answers the phone to any number I try to ring her on and won't answer her door.

Like I say, might not be the right place to post this but don't want anyone to get stung like I did. If there is an issue, administrator please feel free to remove the post or contact me and I'll remove it.

Cheers all,

Chris fae Auto Solutions Borders

06/08/2022

Sorry the car wash is closed due to family bereavement. We hope to re-open soon. Thank you.

21/06/2022

Sorry but the carwash is closed for the next two weeks, while I get some much needed sun. Re-open on 2nd July.
Sorry for any inconvenience.

15/11/2021

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Due to retirement we have for sale a range of body shop equipment and tools. All s/hand unless otherwise stated. All good working order and some with very little use.

09/11/2021

https://www.facebook.com/100044324534739/posts/531246585029488/

29/08/2021

Body shop tools and equipment for sale

https://border-auto-valet.sumup.link

Garage tools and equipment for sale.Too many items to list. More to be added. Please ask, lots for sale.Sanders, grinders, polishers, spray guns (Devilbis) portapower, welders etc..All body shop tools and equipment etc ..