33+ Years Heritage.
One Obsession.

At Detailedbydale, we work on a simple principle: every vehicle deserves to look its absolute best, and every customer deserves honest, expert advice — without the bull.

Dale has spent over 15 years in the automotive paint detailing industry, following an impressive 18 years previously working in a Toyota paint shop. With a lifelong passion for cars, their paintwork and performance, what began as a love of getting things just right has grown into a full-time detailing business based in a dedicated studio in Atherstone, Warwickshire.

Today, Detailedbydale proudly holds a 5-star rating across more than 167 verified reviews — something built on attention to detail, quality workmanship and treating people properly.

✦ 18 Yrs Toyota Paint Shop ✦ 15+ Yrs Detailing Studio ✦ 167+ Verified 5★ Reviews ✦ Accredited Midlands Trainer
Dale Payne — Founder and Lead Detailer machine polishing vehicle paintwork at Detailed by Dale studio in Atherstone, Warwickshire
Founder & Master Detailer
Dale Payne
Founder & Lead Detailer · Atherstone Studio
33+
Years Craft
167+
5★ Reviews
5.0★
Rating

Experience That Goes
Beyond The Shine

Dale has also worked as an accredited ceramic coating trainer for several brands across the Midlands, helping fellow detailers develop their skills in machine polishing, compound and pad selection, paint correction and ceramic coating installation.

“Whether it’s a cherished classic, a modern performance car, a daily driver or something a little more exotic, the approach remains the same: understand the vehicle, assess the paintwork properly and recommend what’s genuinely right for it.”

Porsche Geometry & Chassis

Centre Gravity

The studio works alongside respected specialists including Centre Gravity, renowned for Porsche suspension and geometry setup — carrying out dedicated detailing and safe wash procedures post-suspension setup prior to vehicle collection.

Bespoke Restomods · 5+ Year Partnership

Retropower

Dale has worked with world-renowned bespoke automotive builders Retropower for over five years, preparing exceptional custom creations, one-off restomods and bespoke engineering builds to show-standard presentation.

Concours Vehicle Handovers

Ed Watson Classic Car Restorations

The studio has previously assisted Ed Watson Classic Car Restorations with concours-level vehicle handovers, delivering meticulous paint correction and historic preservation for irreplaceable collector vehicles.

Midlands Industry Mentorship

Accredited Ceramic Coating Trainer

Accredited trainer for leading ceramic coating brands across the Midlands, instructing fellow professional detailers in machine polishing technique, compound and pad selection, clear coat correction and certified ceramic installations.

A Studio Built
For Perfection

Ceramic coatings require controlled conditions to cure correctly. Our heated, secure studio ensures every job is done right.

1,400 Sq Ft

Dedicated Studio

Our purpose-built studio operates with a strict capacity of two vehicles between two dedicated professionals, giving every car full space, clinical cleanliness, and undivided attention.

Regulated

Climate Controlled

Regulated temperature & humidity throughout — essential for ceramic coatings to bond, cure, and cross-link correctly all year round.

24/7 Security

Monitored Premises

High-definition 24-hour recorded CCTV and multi-point alarm systems ensure complete peace of mind while your vehicle is in our care.

Exclusive

By Appointment Only

We never rush jobs or take walk-ins. Every slot is booked in advance so Dale personally dedicates uninterrupted craftsmanship to your vehicle.

Comprehensive

£2M PLI Insured

Fully protected with specialist motor trade & public liability insurance up to £2,000,000, covering daily commuters and cherished supercars alike.

Location

Atherstone Studio

The Pavilions, Abeles Way, Atherstone (CV9 2QZ). Centrally situated to serve Warwickshire, Tamworth, Nuneaton, Coventry & the wider Midlands.

Independent By Choice.
No Exaggerated Promises.

Detailedbydale is proudly independent, meaning Dale isn’t tied to a single manufacturer or locked into selling one particular product. Products and processes are carefully tested and selected to suit the individual vehicle, its paintwork and the result the customer wants to achieve. Brands include CarPro, Gtechniq and Titan, to name just a few.

01

Selected Chemistries

Proudly independent and never locked into selling one brand. Formulations are thoroughly tested and chosen for your vehicle's specific clear coat — including CarPro, Gtechniq, Titan, and other world-class specialist products.

02

No Bull Advice

No unnecessary upselling. No exaggerated promises. Just straightforward advice, professional workmanship and a genuine passion for doing the job properly — recommending only what is genuinely right for your car.

03

Complete Transparency

From the initial inspection and honest recommendations to regular progress photos along the way and the final handover, we ensure you always know exactly how your pride and joy is being cared for and perfected.

More Than Just
A Detailing Studio

“We treat every customer like a friend. From the initial inspection and honest recommendations to progress photos along the way and the final handover, we want you to feel confident that your pride and joy is in safe hands.”

Dale Payne — Founder of Detailed by Dale
Dale Payne Founder & Master Detailer · Detailed by Dale

Out on Two Wheels

When Dale isn’t in the studio looking after other people’s automotive pride and joy, you’ll probably find him out on his motorbike taking in the open road.

Tinkering with the Porsche 968

A lifelong car enthusiast at heart, Dale spends his downtime hands-on in the garage with his own Porsche 968 or planning the next project build.

The Simple Perfections

Or, if it’s been a particularly busy day of relentless paint perfecting, enjoying the simple perfection of a classic cheese and ham sandwich.

Because at the end of the day, we’re car people first. We understand the attachment, the obsession and occasionally the questionable financial decisions that come with owning something you love.

Detailedbydale
Inspect. Correct. Protect.

Professional detailing, personal service and absolutely no bull.

When We're Open

Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm
Saturday By Request (8:00am – 11:00am)
Sunday Closed
Flexible drop-off and pick-up arrangements available. By appointment only — please contact us before visiting.

Find the Studio

The Pavilions, Abeles Way
Atherstone, Warwickshire
CV9 2QZ
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Atherstone, Warwickshire — by appointment only.