AT THE MID ISLAND AUTO WASH

With a winter of heavy storms, over a dozen days of high-tide flooding and relentless salt spray ripping across the island, it’s no wonder one of the most popular spots on the island has become the Mid Island Auto Wash. As Nantucket’s only automatic car wash, the facility on Sparks Avenue is a necessity for islanders, whether they drive a vintage Bronco or Jeep, a Tesla, or anything in between.

“We love this beautiful island of Nantucket, but as we all know, living on the island presents unique challenges for vehicle owners,” said Volney Sinclair, manager of retail operations at Mid Island Auto Wash. “From tree sap in the spring and salt spray or sand during the summer months, to snow, sand and road salt in the winter, vehicles are constantly exposed to harsh elements that can affect both appearance and longevity.”

In addition to its automatic lane, Mid Island Auto Wash—owned and operated by Island Energy Services—also provides two fully equipped self-service bays with high-pressure and low-pressure soap and rinse options, specialized tire cleaner, a foaming brush, triple-foam conditioner and high-pressure wax. As a one-stop shop, Mid Island Auto Wash also provides an Air Shammee dryer and on-site vacuums, while next door atthe Shell gas station, customers can also find a wide range of vehicle care products, including drying cloths, glass and window cleaners, tire dressings, air fresheners and everything needed to complete the detailing process.

Now four years into its state-of-the-art facility, Mid Island Auto Wash also features a variety of daily specials designed to make maintaining a clean vehicle more affordable and accessible for everyone. On Mondays, customers can take advantage of a 50% discount on washes from opening at 9 a.m. (8 a.m. starting Memorial Day weekend) until 11 a.m., while senior customers receive a dedicated senior discount seven days a week. Year-round residents are also eligible for a Local Card for unlimited washes, bringing the price of the top-tier “Nantucketer” wash down to$29, a service that normally costs $40. For anyone out toward Nantucket Memorial Airport, Island Energy Services also offers three fully equipped self-service washing bays and vacuum stations at its Airport Gas location on Airport Road. “Look for the open flag flying, pull in with confidence and drive away knowing you’ve taken an important step in protecting one of your most valuable investments,” Sinclair said.