Panel Beating & Panel Repair
Panel Beater in Liverpool & Moorebank
Dented door, creased guard, or a panel knocked out of shape? We repair damaged vehicle panels at our Moorebank workshop and look after drivers across Liverpool and South-West Sydney. We will assess the damage, tell you whether the panel can be repaired or needs replacing, and get it back to the way it should sit and look.
- Over 50 years of smash repair experience
- Insurance and private repairs, all makes and models
- Lifetime workmanship guarantee
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Moorebank workshop
40 Heathcote Rd
Insurance & private
Both welcome
All makes & models
Cars, utes, vans
What Does a Panel Beater Do?
A panel beater repairs the body panels of a vehicle, such as the doors, guards, bonnet, boot and quarter panels. The job is to take a panel that has been dented, creased or knocked out of shape and bring it back to its original contour and alignment. A complete smash repair can involve panel beating alongside structural work and paint after a larger collision. If the damage is limited to one or more panels, panel beating is usually what you are after.
Assess the panel
We inspect the damaged panel and the area around it to work out what is needed.
Remove dents & creases
Dents are worked out and creases are removed from the panel.
Reshape the metal
The panel is reshaped back to its original form and profile.
Restore alignment
Panel alignment is restored so the gaps and body lines sit evenly again.
Prepare for refinishing
The repaired panel is prepared so it can be colour matched and refinished.
Panel Damage We Repair
Most panel damage falls into a handful of common types, and we repair all of them. Not sure whether your damage counts as a panel repair? Send us a photo or bring the car in and we will take a look.
Dents
From car park dings and door dents through to deeper dents, worked out and refinished.
Creases
Creases from knocks, scrapes and low-speed impacts reshaped back to the panel’s proper line.
Deformed panels
Panels pushed in or deformed after a minor accident, repaired or replaced as required.
Hail damage
Multiple small dents across the roof, bonnet and panels, often repaired with paintless dent removal.
Panels needing replacement
Body panels that are too damaged to restore properly are replaced with a new panel.
Panel alignment
Doors, bonnets and boots that no longer sit flush, realigned so everything closes and lines up.
Should Your Panel Be Repaired or Replaced?
Not every damaged panel can, or should, be repaired. We give you an honest recommendation after we have looked at the vehicle, rather than pushing one option over the other. The decision comes down to a few things:
How severe the damage is
Light dents and creases are usually repairable; heavier damage can tip the balance toward replacement.
Where the damage sits
Damage on an edge, a swage line or a complex curve is harder to restore than a flat area.
Condition of the panel
An older or previously repaired panel may not hold a fresh repair as well as replacing it would.
How far the metal is stretched
Once the metal is badly stretched or torn, a new panel is often the better outcome.
Restoring shape and strength
The panel needs to return to its proper shape and strength, not just look right.
Repair versus replacement cost
Sometimes fitting a new panel is more practical and cost effective than a lengthy repair.
Want the detail on how that call is made? Read our guide on panel beating vs panel replacement.
Our Panel Beating Process
The right method depends on the damage, so the exact steps can vary from one job to the next.
Assess
We inspect the damaged panel and surrounding area to work out the full extent of the damage.
Determine the repair
We decide whether the panel should be repaired or replaced, and which method suits the damage.
Repair & reshape
We remove dents, work out creases and reshape the panel, or fit a replacement panel where needed.
Prepare & refinish
The area is prepared and refinished, colour matched with our spray painting to blend in.
Inspect
We check the finished panel, the alignment and the paint before you collect the car.
Paintless dent repair
Paintless Dent Repair for Suitable Damage
Paintless dent repair, or PDR, works dents out from behind the panel without repainting it. Because the original paint stays on the car, it can be a quicker and tidier option for the right kind of damage.
- Dents where the paint is still intact and not cracked
- Dents where the paint is still intact and not cracked
- Smaller dents and some hail damage
It is not right for everything. Where the paint is cracked, the metal is badly stretched, or the dent sits on a sharp edge, conventional panel beating and refinishing is the better path. We will tell you which applies once we have seen the damage.
We work with all major Australian insurers.
How Much Does Panel Beating Cost?
There is no single price for panel beating. The cost depends on the size of the damaged area, where the panel sits, how severe the damage is, whether the paint is also damaged, whether the panel is repaired or replaced, the make and model, and any parts required. The figures below are a general guide only.
Single-panel dent repair
$350–$800
Larger damage, 2 to 3 panels
$900–$2,500
Hail damage (paintless dent removal)
From $150 per panel
Panel replacement
Quote required
These are indicative ranges only. The final price depends on inspecting the vehicle and confirming exactly what the repair involves, which is why we quote each job after a look. Assessments are free.
Panel Beating for Insurance & Private Repairs
We handle panel repairs both through insurance and privately. If you are making a claim, we can look after the repair side and help you through the process, including dealing with the assessor. If you would rather not claim, or the damage is minor enough that a private repair makes more sense, we can quote the work directly.
Why Choose G&R Rix for Panel Beating?
50+ years of experience
Decades of hands-on panel and body repair work behind every job.
A real local workshop
You can bring your vehicle straight to us at 40 Heathcote Rd, Moorebank.
Proper refinishing
Digital colour matching and a sealed spray booth so repaired panels blend with the rest of the car.
Repairs to manufacturer specifications
Panels are repaired and aligned to manufacturer specifications.
All makes and models
From daily drivers and work utes to European makes.
Workmanship guarantee
Every repair is backed by our lifetime workmanship guarantee.
Quality Repairs. Back to Better.
Panel Beating in Liverpool from Our Moorebank Workshop
Our workshop is at 40 Heathcote Rd, Moorebank, a short drive from Liverpool and easy to reach from across South-West Sydney. Many of our panel repair customers come from Liverpool and nearby suburbs such as Casula, Chipping Norton, Wattle Grove and Holsworthy. Wherever you are in the area, you can bring the car in for an assessment, and we will handle the repair through insurance or privately.
40 Heathcote Road, Moorebank NSW 2170
Monday to Friday
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What our customers say
Questions
Smash repair FAQs
A panel beater repairs damaged vehicle body panels. That includes removing dents, working out creases, reshaping panels back to their original form, restoring alignment, and replacing panels that are too damaged to repair, then preparing them for refinishing.
It depends on the damage. A single-panel dent repair usually falls between $350 and $800, while larger multi-panel work costs more. Hail damage repaired with PDR starts from around $150 per panel. We confirm the price after inspecting the vehicle, and assessments are free.
Yes. Most dents can be repaired, either with paintless dent repair where the paint is intact and the dent is accessible, or with conventional panel beating and refinishing for larger or creased damage.
A panel usually needs replacing when the metal has been badly stretched or torn, the damage is too severe to restore properly, or replacement is more practical than repair. We assess the panel and give you an honest recommendation.
Yes. We repair panels on all makes and models, from common daily drivers and work vehicles to European makes, and colour match the paint to blend with the existing finish.
Yes. We work with major insurers and can look after the repair side of your claim, including dealing with the assessor. We also carry out private panel repairs if you would prefer not to claim.
Yes. Hail damage is often repaired with paintless dent repair, which keeps the vehicle's original paint. Where the damage is more severe, conventional panel beating and refinishing may be needed instead.
Our workshop is at 40 Heathcote Rd, Moorebank NSW 2170, a short drive from Liverpool. We repair panels for customers across Liverpool and the surrounding South-West Sydney suburbs.
Need a Panel Repair? Get a Free Quote
Bring your vehicle to our Moorebank workshop, or send us a few photos of the damage, and we will assess it and quote the repair. We can help whether you are claiming on insurance or paying privately.