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Is the rear bumper applique worth it?

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Old 03-31-08, 08:52 AM
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Default Is the rear bumper applique worth it?

Do any of you have it and it is worth the 50-60 bucks?
Old 03-31-08, 08:57 AM
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$60 for a sticker? no. I actually don't see the point of it.
Old 03-31-08, 09:06 AM
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I wouldn't.

I don't use the trunk often enough to justify it.
Old 03-31-08, 09:24 AM
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I wouldn't get because I use the trunk to carry my soft laptop bag or groceries. If you had to carry a bulky stroller or load hard odd shape objects and tend to bump your bumper alot, then I would get it. just my opinion.
Old 03-31-08, 10:25 AM
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when the dealership installed my chip protection, it included the area covered by the rear bumper applique, so i havent considered purchasing it

if you dont use the trunk much like philip, i wouldnt get it
Old 03-31-08, 10:50 AM
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I would go for a trunk tray than that sticker.....
Old 03-31-08, 12:36 PM
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that applique makes your trunk area look sleeker..esp with the L logo and lexus word there
Old 03-31-08, 12:42 PM
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I got one, but it was a stock item when i bought the car. I want to get a trunk mat, but seems overprices for my use. I use my trunk everyday so it comes in handy. But when i got my clear bra installed they had a sheet for the trunk but i kept the clear bra in case the OE Lexus applique somehow messes up.
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I like mine.. but i got dealer cost on it since i work for the dealer, haha. And please do NOT message me for parts, cause i wont risk my job to get you discount parts
Old 03-31-08, 02:25 PM
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Mine came from the dealer (Damn Cerritos..All IS's had that applied). It looks good with the Lexus emblem and people think it is a reflection from the trunk but otherwise it is just a useless dealer add on to get the price higher....
Old 03-31-08, 03:32 PM
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Sewell has them for $50, minus the 15% discount going on right now. Not a bad price. Would I get one, I'm still undecided. Although one big scratch on the rear bumper from pulling something out of the trunk, and I'll probably wish I had it.
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Originally Posted by dojoman
You work at Magnussen Lexus in Fremont? pls do me a favor and ask around how much it would cost to fix the broken cabin air filter door. i just broke mine, ignorant me wasn't aware that recycle air button opens the door.
ouch.. i havent been at work for a few days now, and wont be back to work for another couple weeks (out of work cause my wife is having a baby), so i wouldnt be able to answer you right away. Cost would probably be high, likely needs a new box. I will check around when i get a chance though. Have you tried bringing it in to the dealer yet for an estimate/possible warranty?
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mine came with the sticker too. i think it looks nicer without it on there but i guess it cant hurt.
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Default Rear Bumeper Stickers Saves Nicks

My 07 Came With It Installed From Lexus Of Cerritos. Pulling Golf Clubs In And Out Has Defintely Out The Sticker To Good Use!!!
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Originally Posted by UNMENDIGO
My 07 Came With It Installed From Lexus Of Cerritos. Pulling Golf Clubs In And Out Has Defintely Out The Sticker To Good Use!!!
I got my 2IS from cerritos too! I got the sticker too.


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