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