Full Car Paint Job Cost in Garland, TX

A full car paint job cost at Texas Five Star Paint & Body in Garland, Texas, runs between $6,000 and $14,000. That range covers everything from a sedan respray to a full-size truck restoration. A proper job takes about 60 to 90 business days. The final price depends on your vehicle's size, its current condition, and the paint system you choose.

You have probably seen national price guides that throw out numbers like $500 or $3,000 for a complete paint job. Those numbers do not reflect what a durable, factory-quality finish actually costs when a shop strips, preps, primes, paints, and clear-coats every panel. We are going to walk through the real tiers, what each one includes, and how to get an estimate you can trust. That way you know exactly what you are paying for before you commit.

Key Takeaways >- The full car paint job cost at our Garland shop is $6,000 - $14,000, backed by a 5-year paint warranty and our 2025 Shop of the Year award^[1].- A complete paint job takes 60-90 business days. We fully disassemble the car, repair rust to bare metal, and do not rush cure times.- Vehicle size is the biggest price driver: a sedan lands at the lower end. A full-size pickup we recently painted off Preston Road in Plano landed at the higher end.- We use Sherwin Williams factory-match systems and run every panel through a Final Check before delivery so nothing gets missed.- You do not always need a full respray: read our paint and body work breakdown to see when a targeted repair makes more sense.

What a Full Car Paint Job Actually Costs in Garland

A full paint job is not one product with one price. It is a spectrum, and the low end of that spectrum often skips the steps that make paint last. In our Garland shop, we quote full paint work between $6,000 and $14,000^[2] because we do not cut those steps. The table below shows how the market breaks down and where our work sits.

Our shop sits in that Quality Full Paint tier. We won the 2025 Shop of the Year in Garland based on verified reviews, and that award reflects the standard we hold every paint job to. We also recently completed full paint jobs on trucks off Preston Road in Plano. A crew-cab pickup with bed sides, cab, and tailgate to cover consistently tests the top of our range because of the square footage alone. Since the whole car is being painted - a big project - it takes about 60 to 90 business days to finish, depending on size and previous damage^[3]. A compact sedan on the lower end, a full-size SUV with rust repair on the higher end.

Budget Paint Jobs: What $500 - $1,000 Gets You

We do not offer budget paint jobs, and we want you to understand why, so you can spot the difference when another shop quotes that number.

• Paint material: A single-stage enamel with no separate clear coat. It shines for a few months, then oxidizes fast under Texas sun.
• Prep work: The shop scuffs the existing paint, masks trim and glass instead of removing them, and sprays over dirt and chips. Paint peels at the edges within a year.
• Body repair: None. Dents, rust, and deep scratches stay under the new paint. The finish hides them for about a season.
• Warranty: Usually none, or a 30-day verbal promise that excludes peeling and fading.

We also repaired collision damage near the Shops at Legacy in Plano where the initial insurance estimate missed hidden damage behind the bumper cover. Because we caught it during disassembly, the customer got a complete repair instead of a paint job that would have failed in a year.

Mid-Range Paint Jobs: $1,500 - $3,500 and What's Included

A mid-range paint job at a production shop buys you a basecoat-clearcoat system, some disassembly, and basic dent filling. It is a step up from budget work and can look decent for a few years. Here is what that tier typically includes:

• A factory-packaged basecoat and a clear coat, often from a mid-tier paint line.
• Removal of obvious trim and lights, but not full panel disassembly.
• Sanding and priming of visible damage; deeper rust or hidden corrosion stays untreated.
• A warranty of one to two years on peeling and severe fading.

We do not position ourselves in this tier because the prep depth does not match our standard. Marleen came in for a bumper replacement and paint job and told us, "They blended the colors very well, they touched up all the…" That outcome came from the steps we take on every job: removing panels to paint edges, block-sanding primer for a flat surface. Running every finished panel through our Final Light-Table Check under bright lighting before delivery. A mid-range shop rarely strips a car that far.

Every paint job we perform also carries our 5-year paint warranty, regardless of which service brought the vehicle in. If the clear coat fails or the color shifts under normal use, we stand behind it.

Show-Quality Paint Jobs: $6,000+ for Custom and Restoration Work

When a paint job crosses into show-quality territory, the price climbs fast because the labor shifts from production spraying to artisan-level finishing. This is the work we do on classic restorations and custom color changes.

• Full disassembly: Doors, hood, trunk lid, glass, and trim come off the car. We paint door jambs, engine bay edges, and the underside of the hood and trunk.
• Metalwork and rust repair: Rust is ground to bare metal and cut out completely - never covered up. Replacement patches are welded in and metal-finished.
• Premium paint system: We spray Sherwin Williams basecoat and high-solids clear, color-matched with a spectrophotometer for exact factory or custom shade.
• Wet-sanding and polishing: After the clear cures, we wet-sand and polish to a mirror finish. This step alone adds significant hours after the clear cures.

Recently we had a 1967 Mustang Shelby GT500 - the "Eleanor" car from the movie Gone in 60 Seconds. The customer had sourced a carbon fiber hood with two exposed carbon stripes. The rest of the hood needed to match the body color exactly. While we had the car stripped, we found previous bodywork on the quarter panel that had been done poorly - filler over rust. We pointed it out, the customer approved the repair, and we cut out the bad metal, welded in a new patch, and prepped the whole car before spraying. The finished Mustang left our shop with a finish that matched the carbon weave and a quarter panel repaired to bare metal, backed by the same 5-year paint warranty we put on every job.

That level of work is also what our Custom Paint & Refinishing and Auto Restoration services are built for. Whether it is a period-correct single-stage on a vintage truck or a three-stage candy over a show car, the process is the same: strip, repair, prime, block, paint, cut, and buff until it is right. You can see more of this work on our custom paint jobs page.

What Affects the Full Car Paint Job Cost

Every estimate we write starts with the same variables. Understanding them helps you compare quotes honestly when you ask what a full car paint job costs.

Vehicle Size and Condition

A coupe has less surface area than a crew-cab truck. We recently completed full paint jobs on trucks off Preston Road in Plano. A full-size pickup consistently lands at the higher end of our $6,000 to $14,000 range^[2] because of the sheer square footage of bed sides, cab, and tailgate. Road wear, paint oxidation, and hidden rust all add prep hours. The time we spend grinding and metal-finishing directly adds to the 60 to 90 business days a full job takes^[3].

Paint Type and Color Choice

A standard solid color costs less in material than a tri-coat pearl or a custom candy. Color changes cost more than same-color resprays because every jamb and inner edge must be done.

Prep Work, Body Repair, and Clear Coat

Disassembly depth drives both price and timeline. Masking trim saves a shop time and produces paint edges that eventually lift. Removing trim, glass, and seals costs more in labor but delivers a seamless finish that outlasts a masked job by years. Hidden damage and ADAS sensor recalibration after disassembly also move the price and the 60 to 90 business day window. When we strip a car, we often find collision damage or corrosion that the initial estimate missed. Fixing it right then keeps the full car paint job cost honest instead of letting a hidden problem ruin the finish later.

If you are searching for affordable car paint shops in Garland TX, these variables are what let one shop quote $3,500 and another $10,000 for the same car. The difference is almost always in the prep depth and the paint system, not the hourly rate.

Is a Full Paint Job Worth the Investment?

For many DFW drivers, the question is not just cost but whether the car is worth painting at all. The answer depends on what you need the car to do for you next.

When to Paint vs. When to Repair

Not every situation calls for a full respray. If the damage is limited to a bumper or a few panels, a targeted repair can save you thousands. Our paint and body work services cover everything from a single-panel blend to a complete color change, so we will tell you honestly which route fits your car and your budget. We follow a PDR-First Repair Philosophy: whenever a dent can be massaged out from behind the panel, we use paintless dent repair instead of body filler. That keeps your factory paint and resale value untouched.

We had a vehicle come in with severe hail damage on six panels, a busted windshield, and a broken headlight. After repairing every panel and replacing the glass, it came back looking better than when the customer bought it. Customer Maryam Aggour told us afterward, "They did a WONDERFUL job repairing my car… it came back looking better than when I bought it!" That job did not need a full paint job - it needed precise panel repair and a factory-matched blend, which is exactly what we delivered.

Resale Value and Curb Appeal

Pros:

• Restores curb appeal and resale value - a faded, peeling car sells for noticeably less.
• Seals and protects metal from Texas heat, humidity, and road salt.
• Fixes underlying rust and body damage that worsen with time.

Cons:

• A proper job costs more than the car's book value on an older daily driver.
• The car is out of service for two to three months.
• A cheap paint job can lower resale value more than leaving the original paint alone.

Verdict: If the car is mechanically sound and you plan to keep it, a quality full paint job protects your investment and makes the car enjoyable to own again. If the car has structural rust or mechanical issues, put the money toward a replacement instead. A good rule of thumb: a car is typically a total loss when collision damage bends the frame or when the repair cost exceeds the vehicle's value. If your car is at that point, a full paint job will not fix the underlying problem.

Kourtney brought us her Yukon for a full paint job and was "overly excited" when she picked it up. She told us, "The best paint job we have ever seen - he went above and beyond on his service." Her Yukon left looking better than new, and the paint is backed by the same 5-year warranty we put on every job. For her, the investment was absolutely worth it.

How to Get an Accurate Full Car Paint Job Estimate

A real estimate is a line-by-line breakdown, not a single number texted to you. When you look up paint job near me prices, most results are national averages that ignore your car's actual condition. Here is how to get one you can act on.

1. Insist on an in-person inspection. We wash every vehicle and inspect it under specialized LED lighting to find and count every dent, chip, and scratch - including ones an insurance adjuster might miss. A phone quote cannot see hidden corrosion or previous repair work.
2. Ask for a written estimate that separates materials, labor, and bodywork. It should list the paint system by brand and line, the number of clear-coat layers, and exactly which panels get painted.
3. Confirm the disassembly plan. Will the shop remove bumpers, lights, trim, and glass, or mask around them? Masking saves money up front and costs more later when the edges peel.
4. Ask about the warranty in writing. Our 5-year paint warranty is stated on the estimate. If a shop will not put theirs in writing, treat that as a red flag.
5. Read recent reviews for paint-specific feedback. We track our 602 and counting reviews^[5] closely, and many of them mention paint match, finish quality, and how the car looked at pickup. Those reviews tell you more than any sales pitch.

Why Texas Five Star Paint & Body Is the Smart Choice for Your Paint Job

When you are ready to get your car painted, the shop you choose determines whether the job lasts three years or fifteen. Here is what sets our shop apart for drivers in Garland, Plano, Rowlett, and across the DFW metroplex.

• 2025 Shop of the Year in Garland, awarded based on verified customer reviews - not a paid listing.
• Certified Under State of Texas and Auto Body Collision Certified, so our work meets insurer and manufacturer repair standards.
• 5-year paint warranty on every paint job we perform, stated in writing.
• Sherwin williams factory-match paint systems, computerized color matching, and a Final Light-Table Check on every panel before delivery.
• Family-owned accountability: Owner Esmaeil personally inspects vehicles under specialized lighting before they leave, and our team brings over 15 years of combined experience^[5] to every job.

We know a full paint job is a significant investment. The two biggest worries we hear are timeline and trust. On timeline: a full job takes 60 to 90 business days because we do not rush cure times or skip block-sanding. We will give you a realistic completion window when we write the estimate and update you if hidden damage changes the schedule. On trust: we have 609 and counting reviews^[6] from customers across DFW who put their cars in our hands and picked them up looking better than they expected. You can read those reviews, see our before-and-after gallery, and walk the shop before you commit a dollar.

If your car needs a full paint job and you want a quote that reflects real local Garland pricing - not a generic national range - call us at (469) 583-7377 or request a free estimate online. We will inspect your vehicle, walk you through exactly what it needs, and give you a clear, written plan before any work begins. See our full paint and body services for more detail on what we offer.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a full car paint job cost?

Our full paint jobs run from $6,000 to $14,000. The price depends on the size of your car, the amount of previous damage and rust we need to repair, and the paint system you choose. A compact sedan in good shape lands at the lower end; a full-size truck with rust repair lands at the higher end.

How long does a full car paint job take?

A complete paint job at our shop takes about 60 to 90 business days. That timeline accounts for full disassembly, metalwork and rust repair, priming, block-sanding, painting, clear-coat curing, wet-sanding, polishing, and reassembly. Rushing any of those steps compromises the finish.

What is included in a full paint job estimate?

Our estimates break out materials, labor, bodywork hours, the paint system brand and line, the number of clear-coat layers, the disassembly plan, and the warranty terms. We write it after an in-person inspection under LED lighting so nothing is missed.

Can I see examples of your past paint work?

Yes. Our website has a before-and-after gallery and customer repair stories, and our custom paint jobs page shows several recent projects. You can also read our 609 and counting reviews, many of which mention paint quality and color match.

Do you work with insurance companies for paint claims?

We work with all insurance companies. If your full car paint job cost is part of a collision or comprehensive claim, we handle the adjuster communication and paperwork. For insurers we have not worked with before, we establish a relationship at the start of the claim so the process stays smooth. By Texas law, you have the right to choose your own repair shop instead of the one your insurer suggests. We also offer up to $500 toward your deductible^[7], which may apply depending on your repair scope.