car seat upholstery cost australia

Reupholstering car seats in Australia isn’t pocket change, but it’s cheaper than pretending duct tape is ‘motorsport chic’. For fabric, budget about $300–$700 per seat for a proper retrim; leather typically runs $800–$1,500 per seat, with a full cabin often landing around $2,500–$6,000+ depending on make and complexity. Minor fixes—stitching, panel inserts, foam bolsters—usually sit at $80–$250, while heated/airbag/electric thrones and fancy perforations can add 20–40%. If you’re weighing ‘new vs used’, OEM new seat skins or leather kits can be $600–$1,500 per seat, whereas good used seats from wreckers typically go for $200–$800 per seat. Expect regional labour differences and call-out fees ($50–$150) from mobile trimmers; proper colour matching and warranty are worth paying for. Get itemised quotes with materials listed (grain, colour, UV rating) before anyone goes near your car with a stapler.