How much does clear coat peel respray, roof cost in New Zealand?

Typically NZ$1,030–NZ$1,780 including GST at a NZ$120 an hour workshop rate (A$1,100–A$1,900 in Australia at A$140 an hour).

Clear coat peel respray, roof: how much does it cost?

Typically NZ$1,030–NZ$1,780 in New Zealand and A$1,100–A$1,900 in Australia, including GST. Most cars.

	Parts (trade)	Labour	Sublet	Total incl GST
New Zealand	NZ$140–NZ$280	6–10 h	—	NZ$1,030–NZ$1,780
Australia	A$130–A$260	6–10 h	—	A$1,100–A$1,900

Totals use a standard workshop rate of NZ$120 or A$140 an hour and a 25% parts markup, plus GST. Your workshop's rate and parts prices will differ.

What affects the price

Roof rails, aerial and mouldings off; pillars often need blending. Strip back to sound paint before refinish.

Other body, paint, glass and interior repairs

Bumper scuff or corner scrape repair and resprayNZ$430–NZ$840
Bumper scuff repair and respray (European, parking sensors)NZ$610–NZ$1,140
Bumper cover replace and paint (car, aftermarket cover)NZ$980–NZ$1,830
Bumper replace and paint (SUV / ute)NZ$1,270–NZ$2,550
Bumper replace and paint (European, sensors or radar)NZ$2,270–NZ$5,340
Panel respray, door or front guard (incl. blend)NZ$530–NZ$1,090
Panel respray, bonnet or roofNZ$720–NZ$1,460
Panel respray (European or 3-coat pearl colour)NZ$910–NZ$1,750
Clear coat peel respray, bonnetNZ$880–NZ$1,620
Clear coat peel respray, roof, bonnet and pillars (SUV / ute)NZ$2,090–NZ$3,550

Researched by Credov in October 2026 from NZ and Australian parts suppliers and workshop price guides. Typical ranges, not quotes: ask a workshop for a quote before you rely on a price. All repair costs.