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Winsted, CT · Serving Litchfield County & beyond

Ceramic coating &
auto detailing.

Paint correction, ceramic coating, and meticulous interior and exterior detailing at our Winsted, Connecticut shop. Tell us about your vehicle and we’ll recommend the right level of work.

161 Meadow Street, Winsted, CT · Serving Northwest Connecticut
01 Paint correction02 Ceramic coatings03 Interior & exterior detailing
October specials

Get ready for winter.

Protect your finish before winter arrives. Choose your package, then book the option for your vehicle size.

02 / October offer

Winter Ready Exterior

Exterior wash, wheels and wheel wells, iron removal, clay decontamination, and a 6-month sealant. No polishing.

Cars / Sedans$349Book Cars / Sedans ↗
SUVs / Trucks$449Book SUVs / Trucks ↗

Free windshield coating with any ceramic coating booked during October.
Book October 1–31, 2026. Service must be completed by November 30, 2026. All prices are starting prices; final pricing depends on vehicle condition. Cannot be combined with other discounts. Exterior services only.

What we do

The right work for your paint.

Some vehicles need a careful refresh. Others need defects corrected before protection goes on. We inspect the finish and talk through your goals before recommending a service.

01 / Restore

Paint correction

Machine polishing to reduce swirls, haze, oxidation, and light defects. Choose a one-step enhancement or a more involved two-step correction after we inspect the paint. Both include a 6-month sealant.

Starting at $550
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02 / Protect

Ceramic coating

Thorough decontamination and paint preparation followed by professional coating. We offer one-, three-, and five-year package options to fit how you use and maintain your vehicle.

Starting at $850
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03 / Maintain

Detailing

Exterior washes, gloss enhancement, interior care, and ongoing upkeep. A practical starting point for a daily driver or a freshly corrected and coated finish.

Exterior Starting at $150
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The Mad River approach

Preparation is the difference.

A coating will not erase swirls or scratches. We begin with the condition of your paint, then match the polishing and protection to the result you want.

01

Inspect

We look at paint condition, vehicle size, and your priorities before quoting the work.

02

Refine

Wash, decontaminate, and polish to the agreed level of correction.

03

Protect

Apply protection to the prepared finish and explain how to care for it afterward.

Black pickup truck in Mad River Detailing's Winsted shop
Litchfield County and beyond

Ceramic coating & detailing in Winsted, CT.

Mad River Detailing is located at 161 Meadow Street in Winsted. We welcome drivers from Torrington, New Hartford, Barkhamsted, Harwinton, Litchfield, and the surrounding Northwest Connecticut communities.

Choose ceramic coating for long-term paint protection, paint correction to reduce swirls and restore clarity, interior and exterior detailing for a thorough clean, or paint protection film for protection against stone chips and road wear. Kyle and Matt inspect your vehicle and help you choose the right work.

Starting prices

Choose the result. We’ll scope the work.

All listed prices are starting prices. Additional charges apply based on vehicle condition and the work required. The final recommendation and quote depend on vehicle size, paint condition, and the correction needed.

One-step correctionGloss enhancement and reduction of lighter wash marks. Includes a 6-month sealant.Starting at $550
Two-step correctionMore intensive cut and polish for paint that needs additional defect removal. Includes a 6-month sealant.Starting at $900
1-year ceramic coatingSingle-step machine polish and ceramic coating. Two-step correction available on request.Starting at $850
3-year ceramic coatingSingle-step machine polish and ceramic coating. Two-step correction available on request.Starting at $1,250
5-year ceramic coatingTwo-step paint correction and ceramic coating included.Starting at $1,700

Our 1-year and 3-year coating packages include a single-step machine polish, with two-step correction available on request. The 5-year coating includes two-step correction. Both standalone correction packages include a 6-month sealant. A coating does not make paint scratch-proof or eliminate maintenance.

Just need a detail?

Exterior Stage I Starting at $150 for cars and starting at $200 for SUVs/trucks. Exterior Stage II, with decontamination, a single-step gloss polish, and a 3-month sealant, Starting at $500 for cars and starting at $600 for SUVs/trucks. Upgrade to a 6-month sealant for $50—the same service as our standalone one-step correction.

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Common questions

Before you book.

Do I need paint correction before ceramic coating?

Our 1-year and 3-year ceramic coatings include a single-step machine polish. Two-step correction is available on request, with the scope and pricing confirmed before booking. Our 5-year ceramic coating includes two-step correction.

Will ceramic coating prevent scratches or rock chips?

No. It can make routine cleaning easier, but it is not a substitute for careful washing or paint protection film against impact damage.

How long will my vehicle be in the shop?

It depends on vehicle condition and the chosen service. Paint correction and coating can take a full day or multiple days; we’ll give you a schedule with your quote.

Can I book a regular detail online?

Yes. Use our existing booking page for standard detailing. For correction or a multi-year coating, contact us so we can assess your vehicle first.

Start with a conversation

Tell us what you drive and what you want to change.

Send the year, make, model, and a few photos of the paint. Let us know whether you want a correction, coating, or both. Kyle and Matt will help you choose the right approach.

Mad River Detailing
161 Meadow Street
Winsted, CT 06098
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
Madriverdetailing@gmail.com
Instagram @madriverdetailing
Before your appointment

Pricing & drop-off.

Condition-based pricing

All listed prices are starting prices. Additional charges apply for excessive dirt, heavy soiling, pet hair, or other conditions requiring extra work. Final pricing depends on vehicle size, condition, and the service needed.

No mold detailing

We do not detail vehicles with mold. Please contact us before your appointment if you suspect mold is present.

Remove personal items

All personal belongings must be removed from the vehicle before your appointment, including the cabin, trunk, and cargo area.

Night-before drop-off

You may leave your vehicle the night before your appointment. Place your keys in the key drop box on our building.

Paint protection film

More protection for the road ahead.

Help protect your paint from stone chips and everyday scuffs with PPF. Every project is quoted individually for your vehicle and coverage.

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