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Buddy Bear Car Wash Now Open at Cicero Ave. Chicago

February 18, 2011 Car Wash Buildings, Car Wash Equipment

We recently completed an exciting new Tommy Wash project on Cicero Avenue in Chicago, near the Midway airport. The new wash, “Buddy Bear Car Wash”, is a renovation project done by owner Phil Degerato, who converted the facility from a dilapidated wash to a beautiful redone fully automated express wash with auto tellers and self loading transporter belt.

Newly renovated express car wash.

This 120′ Tommy equipment package features a standard $3.99 express wash with a host of a la carte wash items, including a tire gloss system and a free self-service exterior vacuum. Other features include:

  • Tommy’s transporter dual belt conveyor system.
  • Self loading entrance.
  • DRB XPT auto teller system.
  • Tommy’s patented stainless steel round applicator arches.
  • Entrance display lights.

Dual conveyor belt is standard in Express Car Wash

Tunnel entrance, complete with lights and automated door.

Wash Blowers and Tire Shine

As you can see, Buddy Bear’s new car wash facility offers state of the art features for an exceptional wash and a fun, visually appealing service.

To learn more about converting and renovating a car wash, or if you would like to tour this facility, call us today at 616-494-0771.

Originally published at tommycarwash.wordpress.com

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