2merc3lex

I may be in the minority, but I do not like the latest trend that auto makers are taking in regards to rear bumpers. While some auto brand's rear bumpers look okay with the black colored plastic underneath, I do not especially care for the way the ES's looked, so I had it painted the same color as the rest of the bumper. By doing this, it actually made the car look lower in back, and less "jacked-up." What do you think?

bc6152

I like the black portion and coat it with Armorall to make it more shiny after a wash. This is why they make chocolate and vanilla...

2merc3lex

Sorry about the photos. Here they are.

xclream

Looks clean.

Different taste, but definitely not in a bad way.

A320pilot

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I like the new look. My Es300h just has a black insert. Where you painted is it separate from the bumper or is one piece?

2merc3lex

It is all one piece so it had to be taped off. Fortunately, because of the configuration of this piece, and where it is located, it is easy to get a good job done. My paint shop charged $200 and I must say did a smashingly good job. There was a lot of paper and taping underneath and I doubt even a Lexus service provider can detect any overspray.

bc6152

It does look good. After seeing the photos, I would consider it. Your body person/painter did an excellent job.
Looks like the paint is a good match as well.

Poppa

wow, I gotta say, I never really even noticed the lower black area... but i sure like the way your car looks with that area painted to match.. very nice...

Poppa

roxy208

It looks really good. My ES is the same color. I'm seriously considering this.

SW17LS

Looks great!