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The average car respray cost in Australia is between $1,500 to $3,000 (including GST) for small to medium-sized vehicles with minimal bodywork while larger vehicles can cost $3,500 (including GST) or more. Car Painting Costs Across Australia Below you’ll find the average cost of getting your car painted across various
cities throughout Australia. The prices are averages based on how much it costs to paint an entire car or specific panels.How Much Does it Cost to Paint a Car?
City
Average Car Painting Costs
Sydney
$1,500 – $3,000 (including GST)
Melbourne
$3,000 – $3,500 (including GST)
Canberra
$300 per panel
Hobart
$200 – $250 per panel
Adelaide
$500 – $1,500 (including GST)
Factors Impacting Car Respray Costs
Several factors impact the cost of repainting a car. For example whether you want a basic paint job or a high-end professional paint job, the type of car you have will affect the price you pay. You can expect to spend several hundreds of extra dollars or, in some cases, thousands more to repaint a high-end luxury vehicle as opposed to your everyday commuter vehicle.
Other factors that influence the cost of a new paint job include:
- The vehicles’ size
- The amount of damage to repair (bodywork)
- Whether you’re respraying the whole vehicle or just specific panels
- The type and quality of the automotive paint being used
Below is a list of the most commonly used automotive paints:
- Lacquer-based paints
- Enamel paints
- Acrylic lacquer
- Urethane paints
- Enamel paints
- Waterborne enamels
- 2-Pack Paints
Price Estimates for Different Types of Car Paint
The of painting cars changes significantly depending on the type of paint used. Certain automotive paints have special additives and properties that make them more durable and resistant than some other types of standard automotive colours. The cost of new paint jobs also increases if you apply different types of finishes, such as high-gloss, low-lustre, metal flakes, and others.
Below is a list of the average car paint price per car or litre throughout Australia based on certain types of finishes.
Type of Car Paint Finish | Average Cost |
Solid Paint | $170 per 5-litre |
Metallic | $120 per litre |
Pearlescent | $250 – $2,000 per car |
Matte | $100 per litre |
Car Respray Costs for Different Models
As mentioned above, the cost of a car’s paint job will be influenced by what kind of car is being worked on. Below you’ll find the average full car respray price for different types of vehicles. Keep in mind that these averages are based on minimal bodywork. If you have serious dings, scratches or rust, you can expect to pay more to repair the bodywork before you can apply a fresh coat of paint.
Type of Car | Average Cost for Car Paint |
Sedan | $4,000 – $5,000 |
Hatch | $3,000 – $4,000 |
Ute | $3,500 – $5,000 |
Station Wagon | $4,000 – $5,000 |
Van | $4,500 – $5,500 |
Coupe | $4,000 – $5,000 |
SUV | $4,500 – $6,000 |
Convertible | $3,000 – $4,000 |
Pro Tip: Engine compartments and door jams are not typically included with the above prices.
Partial vs Full Car Painting Cost
Of course, the price of car paint services will also vary depending on whether you need the entire vehicle painted, or just certain sections. For example, if you’ve had a minor collision that scratched the paint on a single car door, you won’t need to pay for an entirely new paint job across the whole vehicle.
Below are the average prices for painting a whole car versus painting just certain parts of a car.
Part of Car Being Painted | Average Painting Costs |
Repaint whole car cost | $1,500 – $3,500 |
Door repaint cost | $100 – $500 |
Bumper respray cost | $150 – $300 |
Car roof paint cost | $200 – $1,000 |
Car detailer applies the final paint touches to the front of a car. | Source: Deluxe Detail
Tips for Hiring a Car Painter
Here are a few tips to help you find professional car spray painters near you and get the perfect paint job for your car:
The obvious place to start is to perform an online search for car painters in your local area. But how do you guarantee they do high-quality paint jobs and that they’re licensed and insured?
The easiest way to find a professional painter for your car (who’s fully licensed and insured) is through Oneflare. Check out our list of pre-qualified car detailers to find a reputable automotive paint shop near you based on honest customer ratings and reviews.
How to Get an Accurate Price Estimate
The best way to get an accurate estimate is to take your car to multiple car painters and get written proposals for the work you need to be performed. Getting multiple quotes allows you to compare the cost of materials and labour. From there, you can make an educated decision.
How to Save Money Hiring a Car Painter
Your best option to save money is during the estimate process, where you can select the best car painter within your budget. However, if you’re good at bodywork, you could save a lot of money on repairs by doing it yourself. Another good tip to save money is to make sure your car is clean from debris and road grime, as the detailer you go to will charge you more to remove this for you.
How to Ensure you Get High-Quality Work
When you’re comparing car painting services near you, you mustn’t just look at cost but also gauge the quality of the work you’re getting. Always take time to look at ratings and reviews from the shop’s past customers. While the best-rated providers may cost you a little more, you’re also more likely to get a higher quality paint job that will last longer and save you money on additional paint jobs down the road.
* The cost data is based on Oneflare and third-party sources
FAQ
If you want to paint a car, a different colour it will require more work than keeping it the original colour. Changing the colour not only means that new primers and paints need to be
applied, but it also means having to repaint areas of the car that you wouldn’t usually need to, like the boot lid, door jams, and in some cases, the engine bay. Depending on the type and size of the vehicle, you can expect to spend between $1,500 and $5,000 extra to change colours. The number of coats needed to apply the new paint properly depends on the vehicle and the paint being used. Most detailers will spray paint two coats of primer and follow up with another two
or three coats of paint. If the paint surface is going to be buffed or colour-sanded, more coats will typically be added. Getting your car painted after it’s endured some wear and tear is worth it if you value its aesthetic look and want to add to its resale value. If you’re seeking to sell your car, doing
maintenance on it (such as applying a fresh coat of paint with protective finishes) will make it more appealing to prospective buyers since they won’t need to do it themselves.How much does it cost to paint a car a different colour?
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Real Oneflare Customer Quotes
Ian's Car Job
Location PinNorth West Perth, WA
ProblemSun damage on bonnet
Job typeDetail and respray
PurposeRe-selling car
$250inc. gst
Quoted by Boss United
Don's Car Job
Location PinMelbourne, VIC
ProblemDamage on doors
Section of carSmall area on doors
Other detailsNo panel beating wanted
$150inc. gst
Quoted by Excell Buff Automotive Polishing Co.
Mark's Car Job
Location PinNorth Adelaide, SA
ProblemPaint fading, mainly on the top of the car
Job typePolish, detail and respray
Colour of carTwo-tone black and metallic grey
$220inc. gst
Quoted by Car Gleamers