Avg UK Cost: £182 – £656
Car Paint Repair Cost UK
See how much car paint repair typically costs in the UK. Our estimates are based on industry labour benchmarks and current parts pricing across budget, mid-range, and OEM tiers.
Per panel — metallic and pearlescent finishes cost more
Car Paint Repair Cost Estimate
Based on UK average labour rates • Standard Car
Typical Total Cost
£182 – £656
Labour
Low
2.0h
≈ £152
Average
3.5h
≈ £266
High
6.0h
≈ £456
Parts
Budget£30 – £60
Mid-range£60 – £120
OEM£100 – £200
Cost by Vehicle Make
Premium makes typically cost 20-30% more due to complex engineering, specialist tooling, and higher parts pricing.
Premium Brands(9 makes)
How to check your car paint repair quote
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