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Redefining car care in Wheeling, IL. Premium self-serve detailing bays, full-service detailing, and curated retail & training — all under one roof.

10/31/2026

🎃 Happy Halloween from The Bays Wheeling! 👻

We’re closing a little early today so our team can get home and enjoy some trick-or-treating with family.

Thanks for understanding, and we hope everyone has a fun and safe Halloween!

🍬 Stay safe, enjoy the candy, and we’ll see you back at The Bays soon.

DETAIL | RETAIL | TRAINING
Redefining Car Care.

10/29/2026

Your driveway doesn’t have to be your detail shop.

At The Bays Wheeling, you get an indoor, climate-controlled space with the lighting, equipment and room to properly care for your vehicle — whether you’re doing a maintenance wash or spending a few hours dialing in every detail.

Bring the products you already love or pick up what you need from our retail store.

Your car. Your process. A better place to do it.

Book your DIY detailing bay at The Bays Wheeling.

10/17/2026

🚗 TOMORROW! YVAN LACROIX RETURNS TO THE BAYS WHEELING!
Join us Sunday, October 18, for a day of car care education with Yvan Lacroix, co-founder of DIY Detail and C6 Ceramics!
☕ 9–10 AM | FREE MEET & GREET
Everyone is welcome! Stop by, meet Yvan, ask questions, explore DIY Detail products, and take advantage of our event-day retail specials.
🔧 10 AM–4:30 PM | HANDS-ON MASTERCLASS
Learn paint correction, machine polishing, and ceramic coating techniques directly from Yvan.
🎟️ $229 per student
👥 Class limited to 12 participants
🍽️ Lunch and training equipment included
📍 The Bays Wheeling
170 Shepard Ave, Suite D
Wheeling, IL 60090
Reserve your workshop seat:
https://square.link/u/klibXYe8
The morning meet-and-greet is free and does not require a workshop ticket.

10/15/2026

🚨 THIS SUNDAY — GET HANDS-ON WITH YVAN LACROIX!

There's still time to take your detailing skills to the next level!

Join us at The Bays Wheeling on October 18 for a hands-on Paint Correction & Ceramic Coating Masterclass with Yvan Lacroix, co-founder of DIY Detail and C6 Ceramics.

Learn how to properly inspect paint, select pads and polishing products, improve paint clarity, and prepare and apply ceramic coatings.

🔧 Hands-on machine polishing
✨ Ceramic coating preparation and application
🎓 Direct instruction and Q&A
🍽️ Lunch and training equipment included

📅 Sunday, October 18
🕙 10 AM–4:30 PM
🎟️ $229 per student | Class limited to 12
📍 The Bays Wheeling, 170 Shepard Ave, Suite D

Reserve your seat:
https://square.link/u/klibXYe8

10/14/2026

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Nice. Here's the caption: DIY car care, your way. Bring your products and process. We provide the clean, well-lit space, water, and setup, to do the job properly. First-time DIY guests get their first hour free. Redefining car care

10/13/2026

🚗 LEARN FROM YVAN LACROIX — IN PERSON!

There's a difference between watching a detailing video and learning directly from the person behind the products.

We're excited to welcome Yvan Lacroix, co-founder of DIY Detail and C6 Ceramics, back to The Bays Wheeling on Sunday, October 18!

This is your opportunity to learn, ask questions, and gain real hands-on experience with paint correction and ceramic coating techniques.

Whether you're a weekend enthusiast or looking to advance your detailing skills, Yvan's practical, education-first approach makes this an excellent learning opportunity.

🔧 Hands-on machine polishing and paint correction
✨ Ceramic coating preparation and application
🎓 Direct instruction and Q&A
🍽️ Lunch and training equipment included

📅 Sunday, October 18
🕙 10 AM–4:30 PM
🎟️ $229 per student | Maximum 12 students
📍 The Bays Wheeling

Reserve your seat today:
https://square.link/u/klibXYe8

10/12/2026

Gloss isn't an accident. Proper prep, proper products, proper process. That's the foundation for everything we do. Redefining car care.

10/11/2026

🔧 STOP GUESSING. START POLISHING WITH CONFIDENCE.
Ever wondered which polishing pad to use? How much pressure to apply? Or how to achieve better results without unnecessarily removing clear coat?
On Sunday, October 18, Yvan Lacroix of DIY Detail and C6 Ceramics returns to The Bays Wheeling for a hands-on Paint Correction & Ceramic Coating Masterclass!
This isn't just about watching someone else work. You'll have the opportunity to get hands-on experience with professional equipment while learning proper techniques directly from Yvan.
✅ Paint inspection and defect identification
✅ Machine polishing and pad selection
✅ Hands-on paint correction
✅ Ceramic coating preparation and application
✅ Real-world techniques and Q&A
📅 Sunday, October 18
🕙 10 AM–4:30 PM
🎟️ $229 per student — limited to 12 participants
📍 The Bays Wheeling | Wheeling, IL
Lunch and training equipment included.
RESERVE YOUR SEAT:
https://square.link/u/klibXYe8

10/09/2026

YVAN LACROIX IS RETURNING TO THE BAYS WHEELING!

Reserve your seat today!

👉 https://square.link/u/klibXYe8

Want to learn how to properly correct paint, improve gloss, and apply a ceramic coating with confidence?

Join us Sunday, October 18, for a hands-on Paint Correction & Ceramic Coating Masterclass featuring Yvan Lacroix of DIY Detail and C6 Ceramics!

This is your opportunity to go beyond watching videos and actually work with professional equipment while learning directly from Yvan.

🔧 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
✅ Paint inspection and preparation
✅ Proper wash and decontamination
✅ Machine polishing techniques
✅ Pad and polish selection
✅ Hands-on paint correction
✅ Ceramic coating preparation and application
✅ Maintenance and product education

☕ 9–10 AM: FREE Meet & Greet with Yvan
🎓 10 AM–4:30 PM: Hands-On Masterclass
🎟️ $229 per student — limited to 12 participants

Lunch, products, and equipment for training included.

📍 The Bays Wheeling
170 Shepard Ave, Suite D, Wheeling, IL

10/08/2026

DIY bays at The Bays. Bring your own process. We'll provide the space, lighting, and water. First-time DIY guests get their first hour free. Book through the link in our profile. Redefining car care.

Address

170 Shepherd Avenue, Suite D
Wheeling, IL
60090

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11am - 7pm
Wednesday	12pm - 7pm
Thursday	11am - 7pm
Friday	11am - 7pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 3pm

Website

http://www.thebayswheeling.com/

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