Forbes Panel and Paint

31/08/2026

A few moths back we had young Mason join us for his Marlborough Boys' College workday, and he certainly didn't shy away from getting his hands dirty! 👨‍🏭🔧

One of the projects he helped out with was restoring a ladder for a vintage fire engine restoration. It's always great to see young people getting a taste of the trade and learning the value of craftsmanship, teamwork, and taking pride in quality work.

Who knows... maybe we've got another future panel be**er in the making! 😉

26/08/2026

Thinking about selling or trading in your vehicle? 👀

Small damage can make a BIG difference when it comes to presentation and value.

Things like:
✔ Scratches & scuffs
✔ Stone chips
✔ Peeling paint
✔ Minor dents
✔ Faded bumpers
✔ Cosmetic damage

Can quickly make a vehicle look tired — even if it drives perfectly.

A simple tidy-up before sale or trade-in can help your vehicle stand out and potentially put you in a stronger position 👌

📍Forbes Panel & Paint | Blenheim

19/08/2026

People are always surprised by the random things that roll through our workshop 😅

One week it’s:
🚗 Cars
The next:
🐴 Horse floats
🚤 Boats
🦽 Mobility scooters
🚜 Ride-on mowers
🚛 Trailers
🚐 Campers

At Forbes Panel & Paint we do far more than just collision repairs 👌

If you’re unsure whether we can help just call in!

14/08/2026

09/08/2026

Around Marlborough, a lot of vehicles are more than just transport! They’re part of keeping the wine industry running 🍇

Crew vans, work utes, trucks, trailers and machinery all cop their fair share of punishment throughout the season.

Stone chips.
Tight vineyard rows.
Busy harvests.
Long days.
Loaded-up crews 😅

At Forbes Panel & Paint we work with vineyards, wineries and contractors to help repair, tidy up and maintain hardworking vehicles year-round 👌

06/08/2026

Not sure if it’s worth repairing?
Need a rough idea before bringing it in? 👀

Send some photos through to:

📧 [email protected]

And we can point you in the right direction 👌

We work on all sorts:
🚗 Cars
🚚 Trucks
🚜 Machinery
🚤 Boats
🚐 Campers
🛞 Trailers

If it’s damaged, rusty, dented or just looking tired — there’s a good chance we can help 😅

05/08/2026

02/08/2026

Nice work Jared! The whole team here is very proud!!

Well done to Jared Ramsay from Forbes Panel and Paint in Blenheim! 👏

Jared has successfully completed the New Zealand Certificate in Collision Repair and Automotive Refinishing (Level 3). Great mahi, Jared!

Jared is now working towards his Level 4 qualification in Collision Repair Non-structural Repair. Best of luck with the next step in your journey, Jared—you'll smash it! 👊

📸 Pictured with Manager Kelly Forbes.

20/07/2026

🚐 Your Vehicle Is Your Business Card

Your work vehicle is often the first impression customers have of your business. Make sure it's a good one. 👌

Dents, scratches, faded paint, and accident damage can make even the most professional business look neglected.

At Forbes Panel & Paint, we help keep local businesses looking their best with quality repairs for:

🚐 Passenger vans
🚚 Trucks
🔧 Tradie vehicles
🚛 Fleet vehicles
🏢 Company cars

Whether it's accident repairs, minor cosmetic damage, or ongoing fleet maintenance, we'll help keep your vehicles looking professional and ready for the road.

We're proud to look after many local businesses throughout Marlborough and understand the importance of minimising downtime and getting your vehicles back on the road as quickly as possible.

📍 18 Nelson Street, Blenheim
📞 (03) 577 7529

Professional vehicles. Professional image. Professional repairs.

15/07/2026

Winter checklist:
☑ Heater going
☑ Netflix sorted
☑ Caravan still damaged from summer 👀

Bring it in before next season sneaks up on you 😅

📍 18 Nelson Street, Blenheim
📞 (03) 577 7529

Your repairer. Your choice. 🚗🚐🚤