Victoria's Automotive Detailing & Paint Shop
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Meet the Team
With over 25 years experience, we have the most experienced technicians on the island.
Ian Young-Thompson
My name is Ian, and I am the owner and founder of Island Detail & Color. Victoria's premiere shop since 1992.
Patrick Alexander
Meet Patrick Alexander, a decade on the job and experience in all positions at Island Detail and Color.
Our Happy Clients

After purchasing a “new to me” vehicle I took it to Island Detail to have it cleaned up. I was blown away by the whole experience. My service technician drove me back to work, he made it like new top to bottom, and fixed my broken side mirror, all in a day. My vehicle came home smelling like a new car and I couldn’t have been happier!
– Tanis Danyluk
Our Latest Articles
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Bird Droppings vs. Your Car
As the beginning of March heralds a new Spring season, we thought it would be a good opportunity to discuss the season's biggest threat to your vehicle's paint: bird droppings.
Why Do People Get Ceramic Coatings?
It's no secret that ceramic coatings can be pretty expensive. Why are so many people who have used traditional automotive wax for decades switching to ceramic coatings? Find out here...
Coating, Wax, or Sealant?
When it comes to protecting the exterior of your vehicle, there is no shortage of options for the modern motorist. Here, we put the top 3 choices head-to-head-to-head. Find out what's right for you.
Defining Automotive Rust
Rust is a threat to all of our vehicles. Rust is an insidious adversary that can eat away at almost all components of your vehicle - body, suspension, frame, and engine. Prevention is the answer.
Are Winter Tires Only for Snow?
Winter tires can be the difference between whether or not your vehicle ends up in the body shop. Here, we explain how to decide when it's appropriate to equip your vehicle with winter rubber.
Man’s Best Friend; Car’s Worst Enemy
We all love our furry little friends, and nothing beats taking our pals on a trip to the park or the beach. However, a necessary evil of pet ownership is dealing with hair. Lots of hair. Here's what to do.