How much does door card / trim clip repair (refit loose panel) cost in New Zealand?

Typically NZ$80–NZ$200 including GST at a NZ$120 an hour workshop rate (A$90–A$210 in Australia at A$140 an hour).

Door card / trim clip repair (refit loose panel): how much does it cost?

Typically NZ$80–NZ$200 in New Zealand and A$90–A$210 in Australia, including GST. Most cars.

	Parts (trade)	Labour	Sublet	Total incl GST
New Zealand	NZ$10–NZ$40	0.5–1 h	—	NZ$80–NZ$200
Australia	A$10–A$40	0.5–1 h	—	A$90–A$210

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

Door card off, new clips and re-seat the vapour barrier. Plan for broken clips on cars over 10 years old.

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, roofNZ$1,030–NZ$1,780

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.