Most express tunnel washes now sell an unlimited monthly membership: you pay a set price each month and wash as often as you like at any of the chain's locations. A license-plate camera or RFID sticker opens the gate.
What Memberships Cost
Prices vary by chain, wash level and city. As examples from the chains' own websites: Mister Car Wash told members in some markets that its basic exterior plan would rise from $19.99 to $22.99 a month in 2025 and its top Titanium plan to $39.99; Tommy's Express advertises plans "for as little as $19.99" a month, and ModWash's FAQ shows $29.99 for a first car with a discount for a second. Expect roughly $20–$45 a month for one car, depending on tier (checked 2026-10-28; prices change, so confirm at your local wash).
The Break-Even Math
Divide the monthly price by the single-wash price for the same level. If the plan is $30 and one wash of that level is $15, two washes a month already pay for it. People who wash every week (road salt in winter, pollen, dusty roads, rideshare drivers) usually come out ahead. People who wash once a month or less usually do not.
Things to Check Before You Join
- Cancellation: how to cancel (app, website, in person), and how many days before the billing date. The FTC's rules on negative-option subscriptions and many state auto-renewal laws require clear terms and a simple way to cancel.
- Price increases: chains do raise member prices; read notices and decide each time.
- One car per plan: the plan is tied to one plate. Family plans cost extra.
- Wash type: most memberships are for tunnel washes with soft-cloth brushes. If you only want touchless, check what the chain uses (see touchless vs soft-touch).
- Free vacuums and towels are common and add value.
Find a Wash Club Near You
Browse express and tunnel washes by state; most sell memberships.