Car repair cost guides

What a repair actually costs depends on the part, the severity, your car, and your local labor rate — but a realistic range is usually enough to decide whether to pay out of pocket, file an insurance claim, or negotiate a used-car price.

Each guide below gives a typical US price range, a breakdown of parts, labor and paint, the factors that push the figure up or down, and answers to the questions people ask most. For a number tied to your exact car and damage, take a few photos and run them through the Estimate Car Repair Cost AI app.