Car Service and Maintenance
Minor and major services, oil changes, filters and cambelt work by workshops across South Africa.
Typically R950 – R4 500
Service categories
What do you need done?
Every category below has its own guide, a realistic South African price range and the garages that offer it near you.
Mechanical Repairs
Engine, gearbox, clutch and timing work from qualified mechanics and specialist workshops.
Typically R800 – R25 000
Tyres and Wheels
Tyre fitment, wheel alignment, balancing, punctures and rims at fitment centres nationwide.
Typically R700 – R12 000
Windscreens and Auto Glass
Windscreen replacement, chip repair, side and rear glass, plus ADAS camera recalibration.
Typically R1 200 – R9 000
Auto Electrical
Alternators, starters, wiring faults, immobilisers and central locking repaired by auto electricians.
Typically R450 – R8 000
Batteries
Battery testing, replacement and fitment, including start-stop AGM and EFB batteries.
Typically R900 – R4 500
Brakes and Suspension
Brake pads, discs, shocks, struts, bushes and wheel bearings inspected and replaced.
Typically R900 – R12 000
Panel Beating and Spray Painting
Accident repair, dent removal, panel replacement, respray and colour matching.
Typically R2 500 – R60 000
Exhausts and Silencers
Silencers, mid sections, catalytic converters, DPF cleaning and custom exhaust fabrication.
Typically R800 – R9 000
Air Conditioning
Aircon regas, leak detection, compressor and condenser repairs and climate control faults.
Typically R450 – R6 500
Diagnostics and Tuning
Fault code reading, live data diagnostics, engine light investigation and performance tuning.
Typically R350 – R4 500
Towing and Roadside Assistance
Breakdown recovery, flatbed towing, jump starts, fuel delivery and accident recovery.
Typically R500 – R6 000
Car Audio and Accessories
Sound systems, reverse cameras, dashcams, trackers, alarms and accessory fitment.
Typically R800 – R25 000
Detailing and Valet
Wash and valet, interior cleaning, paint correction, buffing and ceramic coating.
Typically R250 – R6 000
4x4 and Off-road Fitment
Suspension lifts, canopies, bull bars, snorkels, dual battery systems and off-road builds.
Typically R1 500 – R80 000
Upholstery and Trim
Seat covers, leather repair, roof lining replacement, trim repair and sunroof work.
Typically R900 – R25 000
Radiators and Cooling
Radiators, water pumps, thermostats, hoses and overheating diagnosis and repair.
Typically R900 – R9 000
Roadworthy and Licensing
Roadworthy testing, certificates of roadworthiness and change of ownership assistance.
Typically R500 – R1 500