Front Bumper Questions
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Front Bumper Questions
Hey guys,
Recently I was driving on the freeway in LA and a truck kicked up some red thing which flew across two lane and nicked the side of my car. Do you guys know how much it will cost to fix it? From what I know so far, it seems like it may be just paint damage, but I am unsure because of the white stuff(plastic maybe?) I see coming off the bumper. If it is just paint damage then I am planning to repaint the whole bumper.
Thank you for your help!
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Recently I was driving on the freeway in LA and a truck kicked up some red thing which flew across two lane and nicked the side of my car. Do you guys know how much it will cost to fix it? From what I know so far, it seems like it may be just paint damage, but I am unsure because of the white stuff(plastic maybe?) I see coming off the bumper. If it is just paint damage then I am planning to repaint the whole bumper.
Thank you for your help!
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Last edited by matt_cai; Jul 9, 2013 at 05:12 AM.
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I had a rear fascia plastic repair and full repaint for $370. Depending on where you are, prices can vary, but anywhere around $400 plus/minus would be reasonable for a full paint. If they just do a repair on the area and blend the paint, knock off about $75.
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So would you guys recommend doing a full repaint or should i wait until college is over before i get my full repaint? And when i get my full repaint should i do it at a dealer?
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If it bothers you (I'm pretty OCD I'd get it done ASAP if it were me, but that's just my OCD), get it done soon. If it doesn't bother you, get it done after college when you have less expenses (if that's why you're asking). If you have the $$, do it at the dealer, since they WON'T mess up, and it will look just like how the car did fresh from the factory. Versus another shop like a Maaco or something being $100-200 cheaper but half-a$$ing it and it looks like crap or peels off. But if you can find a good reputable shop that will do it cheaper, yeah sure why not.
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Yeah i am pretty OCD about it but i also understand that when i drive home from college there will be more rock chips. I am going into the dealer today to see how much it cost and i will report back. But I am wondering what is the white stuff that got chipped off a little?
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Yeah i am pretty OCD about it but i also understand that when i drive home from college there will be more rock chips. I am going into the dealer today to see how much it cost and i will report back. But I am wondering what is the white stuff that got chipped off a little?
could you take an angled picture of the damage so I can see the damage from a side view instead of front? Depending on how little the damage is, I could probably tell you how to even touch it up on your own with the right materials if you show me a picture and the damage is what I think it is.
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Yeah i am pretty OCD about it but i also understand that when i drive home from college there will be more rock chips. I am going into the dealer today to see how much it cost and i will report back. But I am wondering what is the white stuff that got chipped off a little?
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Here are the pictures from different angles I took before getting a quote from Mercedes dealership. They quoted me for $640. One thing I still do not understand is how is the plastic fixed and doesn't the plastic erode? Money may not be the biggest issue since I am working two software internships. Anyways thank you guys for the help!
hmm it seems the quality of pictures are pretty bad, I'll probably take new ones later today.
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Here are the pictures from different angles I took before getting a quote from Mercedes dealership. They quoted me for $640. One thing I still do not understand is how is the plastic fixed and doesn't the plastic erode? Money may not be the biggest issue since I am working two software internships. Anyways thank you guys for the help!
hmm it seems the quality of pictures are pretty bad, I'll probably take new ones later today.
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Here are the pictures from different angles I took before getting a quote from Mercedes dealership. They quoted me for $640. One thing I still do not understand is how is the plastic fixed and doesn't the plastic erode? Money may not be the biggest issue since I am working two software internships. Anyways thank you guys for the help!
hmm it seems the quality of pictures are pretty bad, I'll probably take new ones later today.
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[/IMG]Here are the pictures from different angles I took before getting a quote from Mercedes dealership. They quoted me for $640. One thing I still do not understand is how is the plastic fixed and doesn't the plastic erode? Money may not be the biggest issue since I am working two software internships. Anyways thank you guys for the help!
hmm it seems the quality of pictures are pretty bad, I'll probably take new ones later today.
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If you're going to get it repainted make sure you get it done at a reputable shop so they do it right and so you don't have any future problems with it. My front bumper was repainted before I bought it and it doesn't match at certain angle and it bugs me a little bit. Obviously they didn't do a blend on the fender which I'm kinda glad they didnt cause it seems they either used cheap paint or didnt prep it right as its more susceptible to chipping now. If that was my car I would try the touch up paint method first.
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I feel like they're charging me higher because I am a college student. But oh well... anyways I think I might get a few more quotes for other Mercedes dealers around here and I'll post back what I find in the socal area. Thanks for all the help! much appreciated!
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if you don't mind, what part of the US are you located in? Could help us to help you find a reputable shop for you.
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Oh that is true. I am planning to get it done in the bay area after college. I am pretty sure there are plenty of good shops around there. Hopefully, I can find one around the price for $400-500 from a reputable body shop. Thank you everyone for your input!
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quick question? Even though the plastic on the bumper is chipped it can be fully repaired when I get a full repaint on the front bumper correct? I want make sure this is the correct information, so I can tell my dad. Thank you.
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In the hands of a good shop, it will look like nothing ever happened. It may take more than paint. Looks like a small bit of filler and sanding will be needed, but that is a very common repair.
