Our Story
How it all started: Over 50 years of Brown Bear Car Wash service |
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Brown Bear Car Wash began in Seattle in 1957. Victor Odermat opened the first Brown Bear Car Wash on 15th Avenue West, and that location is still in operation today. People discovered that Brown Bear would make sure your car was spotless. They also liked the professional, friendly attitude of our employees. Brown Bear Car Wash is also committed to protecting water and marine life. Our equipment and techniques enable us to remove toxic substances from the water we use. All of our wastewater is treated. Brown Bear Car Wash customers trust us to protect vital natural resources. |
Brown Bear Car Wash in your neighborhood |
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| Brown Bear Car Wash is still locally owned and operated by the same family that opened that first location. We've grown to become the neighborhood favorite car wash in over 38 communities and we're proud of our deep ties to the Pacific Northwest. Our customers come to Brown Bear Car Wash because they know we will save them time, protect the environment, and protect their car's finish. |
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Our Awards
Brown Bear Car Wash
Best Car Wash - Evening Magazine's Best of Western Washington 2005-2012
Top 50 Nation's Largest Conveyor Car Wash Chains - Professional Carwashing & Detailing Magazine
Top 50 Car Washes in the United States - Modern Car Care Magazine
Car Wash Enterprises, Inc.
100 Largest Private Companies - Puget Sound Business Journal
Corporate Philanthropists - Puget Sound Business Journal
Victor Odermat
Hall of Fame Inductee - International Car Wash Association, 2007
Hall of Fame Inductee - Western Car Wash Association, 2007
Distinguished Service Award - Western Car Wash Association, 2005
Industry Leadership Award - International Car Wash Association, 2004
Distinguished Service Award - International Car Wash Association, 2001