HOW MUCH DOES IT COST
TO MODIFY A CAR?
Real, documented build costs from the UK MODLOG community — broken down by make, category and individual build. No estimates, just actual receipts.
21
BUILDS ANALYSED
£3,333
AVG BUILD SPEND
14.3
AVG MODS PER BUILD
£70.0k
TOTAL DOCUMENTED
AVERAGE SPEND BY MAKE
Average total mod spend across documented public builds, per manufacturer.
WHERE THE MONEY GOES
Aggregate spend broken down by modification category.
MOST INVESTED BUILDS
The builds with the highest documented mod spend in the community.
R34 Four Door
1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GT-T · 6 mods
The Schmiss
1989 BMW E30 325i · 5 mods
That Green MR2
1996 TOYOTA MR2 · 63 mods
MR-S Blacktop
2003 Toyota MR2 Spyder · 5 mods
Miss Silvia
1996 Nissan 200SX S14 · 6 mods
AP1 GT
2003 Honda S2000 AP1 · 5 mods
Suki
2004 Honda Civic Type R · 6 mods
Mokey
2004 Subaru WRX Saloon · 6 mods
Chrysler Crossfire 2004 3.2
2004 CHRYSLER · 53 mods
MK2 GTI
1989 Volkswagen Golf Mk2 GTI · 6 mods
FAQ
How much does it cost to modify a car in the UK? +
Across MODLOG community builds the average documented spend is around £3,333. Costs vary widely — from a few hundred pounds for basic styling to tens of thousands for full engine and chassis builds.
What are the most expensive modification categories? +
Engine and power upgrades, wheels and suspension typically account for the largest share, followed by audio, interior and exterior styling.
How can I track my own build spend? +
Create a free MODLOG account, add your vehicle and log each modification with its cost. MODLOG totals your spend, breaks it down by category and builds a shareable profile.
TRACK YOUR OWN BUILD
Log every mod and receipt. MODLOG totals your spend automatically — and your build joins these community insights.
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