First Wheel

Car Washes in Chicago, Illinois

4.0 (157)

Category	Car Washes · Auto repair shop, Gas station, Mechanic
Address	5601 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60659
Area	Chicago, Illinois
Google rating	4.0 (157)

Hours

Monday	8 am–6 pm
Tuesday	8 am–6 pm
Wednesday	8 am–6 pm
Thursday	8 am–6 pm
Friday	8 am–6 pm
Saturday	8 am–6 pm
Sunday	9 am–5 pm

About First Wheel

First Wheel is a car wash in Chicago, Illinois. It is listed at 5601 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60659, which places it among the local businesses of Chicago that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as auto repair shop, gas station, mechanic, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

Car washes in the United States come in four main formats: the express tunnel, where you stay in the car while a conveyor pulls it through brushes or high-pressure jets; the full-service wash, where attendants vacuum and wipe down the interior after the tunnel; the self-service bay with a coin or card-operated pressure wand, foam brush and vacuums; and the hand wash, where a crew washes and dries the car by hand. Touchless tunnels skip the cloth brushes entirely and rely on chemicals and water pressure, which is gentler on paint but less effective on heavy grime. Most express chains sell an unlimited monthly plan, usually priced at two to three single washes, that is only worth it if you wash more than twice a month. Gas stations often bundle a discounted wash with a fill-up.

Hours are published for 7 days a week. On most of those days it is open 8 am–6 pm. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. No phone number is listed for this business, so the Google Maps link on this page is the best route for directions and any contact details Google has on file.

With 4.0 out of 5 on Google from 157 reviews, it sits in the middle of the range for car washes in Chicago. Recent reviews are the best guide.

Chicago is in Illinois, in the Midwest, where summers are warm, winters are cold and snowy, and most errands are done by car; businesses keep steady year-round hours with the usual holiday changes. Traffic in Chicago peaks on weekday mornings and afternoons, so allow extra time then. Addresses read from the street number up to the city, state abbreviation and five-digit ZIP code; the map link on this page shows the exact spot.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Joy Sam a month ago

This was my go to hand car wash, but went there recently and woman wanted to charge me for most basic wash for large SUV for $30. Everytime I go there she tries to charge me for large SUV and I always have to explain my Lexus GX is medium size and she agrees. This time she insisted my SUV is large and I left. It’s the principle! Perhaps if she charged the correct pricing then they would have a line like before.

Not My Helmet 3 months ago

Paid $35 for a car wash. Was charged the Full Size price even though I have a Rogue. Don't mind because it's a small business and they usually do good work. But today...my roof was still filthy, my trunk was not vacuumed, accumulated leaves near the windshield wipers were not removed, insides of doors were not cleaned. I typically don't mind paying $30 or $40 for a wash because it's convenient and the work has been good. But I'll be taking my car elsewhere.

Muhammad Bilal Salar 5 months ago

I’m honestly really disappointed with this “hand car wash.” I paid for both interior and exterior cleaning, and the results were far from acceptable. The interior still had visible dirt, crumbs, and debris left in corners and compartments like they barely even touched it. For something that’s supposed to be detailed by hand, this felt rushed and careless. The floor mats were still dirty, with grime stuck in the edges, and there were streaky, uneven wipe marks throughout the interior. It honestly looks like they just wiped over surfaces without properly cleaning them. For the exterior, I noticed leftover residue and areas that clearly weren’t cleaned properly either. If you’re charging for a full hand wash, attention to detail should be the bare minimum, and that just wasn’t there. Overall, it felt like a waste of money. I expected a clean car and instead got something I could’ve done better myself in my driveway. I wouldn’t recommend this place if you’re looking for quality work.

Michael Stein a year ago

Great family owned car wash. Everyone is really nice, especially the owners. It’s not super expensive and they do a great job. They have a full staff, so even a thorough was is done really quickly. I’ve been coming here at least once a month for over a year and never any problems. It’s a great place to get the salt washed off in the winter.

Joseph Alvarado a year ago

Staff was nice but feels like whatever you pay for you get the same service. Supposed to have undercarriage wash and maybe some more effort for $36… this is taken 5 minutes after paying for their #1 package.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is First Wheel located?

First Wheel is at 5601 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60659, in Chicago, Illinois. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is First Wheel?

First Wheel is listed as a car wash and is also tagged on Google as auto repair shop, gas station, mechanic.

What are the hours of First Wheel?

Published hours are Monday: 8 am–6 pm; Tuesday: 8 am–6 pm; Wednesday: 8 am–6 pm; Thursday: 8 am–6 pm; Friday: 8 am–6 pm; Saturday: 8 am–6 pm; Sunday: 9 am–5 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is First Wheel open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 9 am–5 pm.

How is First Wheel rated on Google?

First Wheel has a Google rating of 4.0 out of 5 from 157 reviews.

Are there other car washes near First Wheel?

Yes. Chicago also has Adam’s Ultimate Carwash, TOP WASH AUTO SPA, Neon Hand Car Wash among others; see the full list of car washes in Chicago at the bottom of this page.