Damaged, New bumper suggestions?

hermit · 05-06-2016, 06:23 AM

I have some mild damage to my 2013 Nismo rear bumper. It's dented in slightly and scratched down to white. I figure it would probably be less expensive and easier to just replace the bumper.

This puts me in the position of perhaps starting a different body kit look. Or, keep the OEM look. Personally, I love the OEM Nismo look. However, if anyone has suggestions on a good looking rear bumper, I'd appreciate such suggestions. Same for the OEM bumper. But, in this case is an aftermarket OEM or factory OEM better?

I was also curious if there was any options to get one already painted the same color. My Nismo's color is magma. Cost, well, I'd like to keep pricing down if possible. Honestly, I'm not really sure what it would net me.

I've tried looking around the market place. Parts for sale and various vendors. I'm just not finding much, and there are a lot of vendors. So, I'm also hoping someone can point me in the right direction to look.

As always, I truly appreciate all opinions, suggestions, or even constructive criticism.

Thanks.
Sorry, pics not the best.

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Nixin · 05-06-2016, 06:28 AM

The NISMO bumpers are beautiful, IMHO. I would repair and repaint the OE NISMO. Good luck.

hermit · 05-06-2016, 06:36 AM

I'll make sure to visit a body shop as soon as I can. I guess checking to see what it would cost to repair may be a good idea. I've just read in the past it tends to be less expensive to replace then repair. But, it may not be the case here. Thanks for the reply.

mishuko · 05-06-2016, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by hermit

I'll make sure to visit a body shop as soon as I can. I guess checking to see what it would cost to repair may be a good idea. I've just read in the past it tends to be less expensive to replace then repair. But, it may not be the case here. Thanks for the reply.

if it cracked or got dented and was more substantial damage it would possible be cheaper to replace.

that looks like it can be relatively buffed out

hermit · 05-06-2016, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by mishuko

if it cracked or got dented and was more substantial damage it would possible be cheaper to replace.

that looks like it can be relatively buffed out

That's good news man, I've been worried it wouldn't. It's not cracked, so I guess at least there was a little luck there. It's sounding more like I can just get it fixed now. I'll try going that direction, thanks.

mishuko · 05-06-2016, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by hermit

That's good news man, I've been worried it wouldn't. It's not cracked, so I guess at least there was a little luck there. It's sounding more like I can just get it fixed now. I'll try going that direction, thanks.

the white is the base layer... there is a black spot and that's the actual plastic. nothing a bit of filler, respray, blend, polish won't fix for you.

Aces1121 · 05-06-2016, 06:43 AM

Sell it to me when you take it off !

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Halfkiddio · 05-06-2016, 08:22 AM

Yea that's easily fixable! I would fix that bumper before I got an aftermarket one that you have to make sure the fitment is good and then paint it.

hermit · 05-06-2016, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Halfkiddio

Yea that's easily fixable! I would fix that bumper before I got an aftermarket one that you have to make sure the fitment is good and then paint it.

It's unanimous

/Angelo350Z/ · 05-06-2016, 12:53 PM

I'm guessing about $400 to paint the entire bumper.

mishuko · 05-06-2016, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by /Angelo350Z/

I'm guessing about $400 to paint the entire bumper.

i'll pay 400 for the girl in your avatar

/Angelo350Z/ · 05-06-2016, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by mishuko

i'll pay 400 for the girl in your avatar

You're not alone. She's my soulmate so back off brosif

fantaZ · 05-06-2016, 02:32 PM

Like $550 to paint the bumper. get it done at nissan so if it its right they will fix it untill it is.

/Angelo350Z/ · 05-06-2016, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by fantaZ

Like $550 to paint the bumper. get it done at nissan so if it its right they will fix it untill it is.

I got my entire bumper painted in Guam, where everything's a bit more expensive, and paid $420. Here in Germany, I got the bumper on my 540 painted for 350 Euros. Isn't the labor rate in FL around $80 an hour?

scope22 · 05-06-2016, 02:56 PM

dont' replace with another nismo bumper since VIN numbers will not match and next buyer will think you got in to an accident, best is to fix.

05-06-2016, 06:23 AM	#1 (permalink)
hermit Base Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 91 Drives: Magma 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 11	Damaged, New bumper suggestions? I have some mild damage to my 2013 Nismo rear bumper. It's dented in slightly and scratched down to white. I figure it would probably be less expensive and easier to just replace the bumper. This puts me in the position of perhaps starting a different body kit look. Or, keep the OEM look. Personally, I love the OEM Nismo look. However, if anyone has suggestions on a good looking rear bumper, I'd appreciate such suggestions. Same for the OEM bumper. But, in this case is an aftermarket OEM or factory OEM better? I was also curious if there was any options to get one already painted the same color. My Nismo's color is magma. Cost, well, I'd like to keep pricing down if possible. Honestly, I'm not really sure what it would net me. I've tried looking around the market place. Parts for sale and various vendors. I'm just not finding much, and there are a lot of vendors. So, I'm also hoping someone can point me in the right direction to look. As always, I truly appreciate all opinions, suggestions, or even constructive criticism. Thanks. Sorry, pics not the best. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

05-06-2016, 06:28 AM	#2 (permalink)
Nixin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: GWN Posts: 3,488 Drives: Goodbye Z! Rep Power: 19833	The NISMO bumpers are beautiful, IMHO. I would repair and repaint the OE NISMO. Good luck. hermit likes this.

05-06-2016, 06:43 AM	#7 (permalink)
Aces1121 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Ct Posts: 51 Drives: 370z 40th Rep Power: 10	Sell it to me when you take it off ! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk hermit likes this.

05-06-2016, 08:22 AM	#8 (permalink)
Halfkiddio Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Knoxville Age: 31 Posts: 250 Drives: 09 RAE 370Z Rep Power: 11	Yea that's easily fixable! I would fix that bumper before I got an aftermarket one that you have to make sure the fitment is good and then paint it. hermit likes this.

05-06-2016, 12:53 PM	#10 (permalink)
/Angelo350Z/ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 2,230 Drives: Z34 \| MK7 \| F82 Rep Power: 3661	I'm guessing about $400 to paint the entire bumper. hermit likes this. __________________ 2013 MB NISSAN 370Z SPORT

05-06-2016, 06:36 AM	#3 (permalink)
hermit Base Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 91 Drives: Magma 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 11	I'll make sure to visit a body shop as soon as I can. I guess checking to see what it would cost to repair may be a good idea. I've just read in the past it tends to be less expensive to replace then repair. But, it may not be the case here. Thanks for the reply.

05-06-2016, 02:32 PM	#13 (permalink)
fantaZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: FL Posts: 273 Drives: 2013 370z nismo Rep Power: 10	Like $550 to paint the bumper. get it done at nissan so if it its right they will fix it untill it is. hermit likes this.

05-06-2016, 02:56 PM	#15 (permalink)
scope22 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Roswell, GA Posts: 1,179 Drives: wife crazy Rep Power: 56	dont' replace with another nismo bumper since VIN numbers will not match and next buyer will think you got in to an accident, best is to fix. hermit likes this.

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