About University Car Wash...

Austin’s Historic Family-Owned Car Wash & State Inspection Station

University Car Wash has been family owned and operated for over 50 years. As the last remaining inner-city self-service car wash in Austin, TX, we are proud to be a local landmark in the Hyde Park neighborhood. For four decades, we’ve served our community with a commitment to quality service that 

keeps our customers returning year after year.

Located conveniently in Hyde Park near downtown and UT Austin, we offer three specialized services designed to get you back on the road looking your best:

• Self-Service Car Wash: The classic Austin choice for a hands-on, high-pressure clean.
• Touchless Laserwash: State-of-the-art, contact-free technology for a premium automatic shine.
• High-Power Vacuums & Detailing: Keep your interior spotless with our powerful self-service vacuums.
• 24-Hour Vending Island: Our on-site vending is available around the clock, fully stocked with microfiber towels, Armor All sponges, and other car care essentials.
• Vehicle Inspection Garage: A dedicated station specializing exclusively in Texas state emissions testing and smog checks.

We know your time is valuable. By focusing solely on vehicle inspections in our garage—and not general auto repairs—we keep customer wait times to an absolute minimum. Whether you are a student, a commuter, or a local resident, we provide the fastest path to your Vehicle Inspection Report (VIR). All results are automatically uploaded to the Texas VID for immediate registration renewal.

We value our neighbors and the relationships we’ve built in the neighborhood since the 1980s. As a thank you for choosing a local Austin business, all vehicle inspection customers receive 1/2 OFF a DELUXE Automatic Car Wash.

Visit us today and experience the speed and friendliness of a true Hyde Park original.

Car Wash (Vacuums, Self-Service, & Touchless)

• OPEN 24/7 — 365 Days a Year

Inspection Garage

• Monday – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Sunday: Closed