Should I get new bumpers or repaint factory bumpers for my integra?
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Should I get new bumpers or repaint factory bumpers for my integra?
Hi Everyone!
Wondering what your thoughts are regarding getting new bumpers vs having my factory bumpers repainted. I purchased an original owner 4dr GSR. Unfortunately, the front and rear bumpers have scuffs and paint chips from being parked on city streets. I would like to keep it as stock as possible and as close to factory as possible. I was wondering if there is a benefit to keeping everything original. Any input is appreciated. Here are some photos.
Re: Should I get new bumpers or repaint factory bumpers for my integra?
I don’t see any reason those can’t be fixed with paint. I think the key here is fitment, nothing else fits like OEM Honda.
Re: Should I get new bumpers or repaint factory bumpers for my integra?
Absolutly, the OEM bumpers fit like a glove and everything else will not.
When you get yours repainted don't cheap out, because the bugs and rocks will mess up a cheap paint job.
Body shops should use "flex" in their painting process, which is very difficult to polish. In turn this makes the paint harder and much more resistant to pitting/chipping.
When you get yours repainted don't cheap out, because the bugs and rocks will mess up a cheap paint job.
Body shops should use "flex" in their painting process, which is very difficult to polish. In turn this makes the paint harder and much more resistant to pitting/chipping.
Re: Should I get new bumpers or repaint factory bumpers for my integra?
Absolutly, the OEM bumpers fit like a glove and everything else will not.
When you get yours repainted don't cheap out, because the bugs and rocks will mess up a cheap paint job.
Body shops should use "flex" in their painting process, which is very difficult to polish. In turn this makes the paint harder and much more resistant to pitting/chipping.
When you get yours repainted don't cheap out, because the bugs and rocks will mess up a cheap paint job.
Body shops should use "flex" in their painting process, which is very difficult to polish. In turn this makes the paint harder and much more resistant to pitting/chipping.
Interesting.. never knew that
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Re: Should I get new bumpers or repaint factory bumpers for my integra?
Also, aftermarket bumpers don't have the "integra" on them like OEM bumpers so keep that into consideration too. I would just pay a bodyshop to fix the OEM bumpers.
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Re: Should I get new bumpers or repaint factory bumpers for my integra?
Very true, they don't have Integra on them. The lines will not match, and you'll regret it like I did. I bought a used OEM bumper and painted that. Your bumper needs some body filler and a paint job, that's all.
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Re: Should I get new bumpers or repaint factory bumpers for my integra?
Thanks for the suggestions. After much thought and your inputs, I’m definitely going to find a good body shop and have them repaint the bumpers.
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