24/09/2026
“How much will it cost to upgrade my Prado?” 🤔
That’s usually the first question. 💬
But there’s another question worth asking:
🧎🏾♂️ “How much would it cost me to replace the car I already know and trust?”
If your J150 is mechanically sound, has a good history and still serves you well, an upgrade can be about more than changing its appearance. You can retain the vehicle you already own while investing in the areas that matter to you—body styling, paintwork, lighting, interior, technology and other upgrades—rather than immediately putting money into another vehicle.
And there’s a financial reality worth considering: vehicle depreciation is one of the largest costs associated with replacing a car. Industry research from AAA and Kelley Blue Book consistently identifies depreciation as a major component of vehicle ownership costs.
But there is no one-size-fits-all upgrade price. Your starting model, its condition, the target look, parts required, paintwork, fitment and the level of restoration all affect the final budget.
That’s why at GMW BodyWorks, we’d rather see the vehicle first, understand what you want, and build the right scope around your budget.
Sometimes you don’t need a different car.
You may just need to discover what the car you already own can become.
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