Sota Shine One-Six-Nine
A Completed Flagship Express Tunnel in Brooklyn Park
Our most ambitious build is complete. Explore the construction journey behind Sota Shine One-Six-Nine, with finished-site photography coming soon.
Record status: No official world-record title has been awarded to this project. Previous references to "World's Longest Carwash" described a design ambition, not a certified title.
The Build Is Complete
Sota Shine One-Six-Nine in Brooklyn Park, MN is now a completed project. The photos below document construction, not the current finished condition. We're collecting more images to share the finished site.
Sota Shine One Six Nine
Follow the public-facing project page for this flagship build at Sota Shine One Six Nine. We've also included the site address below for reference.
8201 108th Court North, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
Visit Sota Shine Project PageWhat To Expect
- Public project branding tied to the Sota Shine One Six Nine site.
- A completed flagship express tunnel with a construction photo archive.
- Finished-site photography coming soon. No official world-record title has been awarded.
A project on a scale of its own.
From Dirt to Drive-Through
A look back at the construction journey behind this completed flagship project.
CompletePhase 1 · Spring 2026
Foundations & Conveyor Pit
Excavation, under-slab plumbing, and forming the 300+ foot conveyor trench that anchors the tunnel.
CompletePhase 2 · Summer 2026
Building Enclosed & Site Paved
Building shell complete, interior open and lit, parking lot paved, and site signage installed.
CompletePhase 3 · August 2026
Tunnel Equipment Install
Conveyor, wash arches, brushes, water treatment, chemical storage, and electrical installed along the tunnel.
- Photos coming soonComplete
Phase 4 · Fall 2026
Project Completed
The flagship build is complete. Finished-site photography will be added as it becomes available.
The Scale of This Flagship Build
Purpose-built systems for a high-volume express wash operation.
Large-Scale Express Tunnel
Designed with a tunnel length of more than 300 feet, with integrated wash equipment and coordinated conveyor systems. Design length is not a certified world-record measurement.
Express-Format Throughput
Designed from the start for high-volume operation, with wash arches and dryers positioned for consistent vehicle flow and wash quality.
Design-Built by Our Team
Planning, civil, equipment, installation, startup. This is what 50+ years of combined experience looks like at full scale.
Vacuum Space on a Massive Scale
Minnesota winters are brutal. Rain, snow, freezing temps - nobody wants to vacuum their car in the elements. That's why this build includes a fully enclosed, 100% climate-controlled indoor vacuum hall with more than 30 vacuum stalls.
The room you're looking at is enormous - high ceilings, open floor, built to accommodate serious capacity. Customers drive in, vacuum in total comfort, and leave with a clean car no matter what's happening outside.
- 30+ vacuum stalls in a 100% climate-controlled room
- Beats Minnesota snow, wind, and freezing temps
- Mat washers and compressed air at the stalls
- Detail carts with towels, all-purpose cleaner, and glass cleaner
Indoor Vacuum Hall - August 2026
Sota Shine One-Six-Nine - Construction Archive
What Goes Into a 300+ Foot Tunnel
Construction archive: the systems coming together behind the walls, from the conveyor to the equipment room.
Conveyor & Wash Arches
Stainless frames and wash components set along the conveyor, running the full length of the tunnel.
Friction Wash Equipment
Brush drive motors and mounting frames set in place ahead of brush installation and commissioning.
Water Treatment
Water softeners and treatment plumbing in the equipment room for consistent wash and rinse quality.
Storage Tanks
Large-capacity tanks staged in the equipment corridor to support high-volume operation.
Controls & Electrical
Panels and conduit runs feeding equipment down the length of the tunnel.
Down the Conveyor
Looking along the conveyor toward the open tunnel door, with arches framed overhead.
Construction Photo Archive
38 photos across 3 phases. Click any photo to view full size.
April 2026
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August 2026
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Next Update
Commissioning & Grand Opening Photos
The project is complete. We'll add finished-site photos as they become available.
Sota Shine One-Six-Nine: Common Questions
Where is Sota Shine One-Six-Nine?
At Sota Shine One-Six-Nine, 8201 108th Court North in Brooklyn Park, MN - just off Highway 169 and 109th Avenue North, serving Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Osseo, and Maple Grove.
Is the project complete?
Yes, the Carwash Technologies flagship build is complete. Visit Sota Shine's website for current customer hours and operating information. Finished-site photos will be added here as they become available.
How long is the tunnel?
The tunnel was designed at more than 300 feet. This is a design specification, not a certified record measurement. No official world-record title has been awarded.
What is the indoor vacuum hall?
A fully enclosed, climate-controlled room with more than 30 vacuum stalls, plus mat washers, compressed air, and detail carts with towels, all-purpose cleaner, and glass cleaner - so customers can clean their interiors comfortably year-round.
Can Carwash Technologies build a project like this for me?
Yes. We design, build, install, and service express tunnels, vacuum systems, and complete wash sites across Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Reach out and we will talk through your site, volume, and goals.
Ready to Build Your Next Wash?
Talk with the team behind Sota Shine One-Six-Nine about equipment, installation, and long-term support for your operation.