F-Sport Bumper Sex Change
05-25-16, 07:19 PM
#17
No actually the f sport in my country comes with the same specs as the luxury package, so the sensors locations/bores are available. However you could still do it in any shop, since they are just holes.
05-25-16, 09:55 PM
#18
I've never priced it out with new parts, but i'm sure it's over $1K... But if you buy used, i'm sure you can save a lot of money. Hard part is finding them used. But if it were me, i'd be patient and find it used rather than spend $500+ on installing and painting a part that is sub-par to OEM. It will be worth it in the end for something as major as a front bumper.
05-26-16, 12:59 AM
#20
Your car already comes with liners. Have you asked your dealership how much it cost for the oem painted f-sport bumper? This way you don't have to get it painted and just install it yourself. Honestly, you don't even need to take it to a shop to install it because you just have to remove a couple screws and pull it out to swap. This conversion should cost more than $1000.
05-26-16, 05:38 AM
#21
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I've never priced it out with new parts, but i'm sure it's over $1K... But if you buy used, i'm sure you can save a lot of money. Hard part is finding them used. But if it were me, i'd be patient and find it used rather than spend $500+ on installing and painting a part that is sub-par to OEM. It will be worth it in the end for something as major as a front bumper.
05-26-16, 09:17 AM
#22
So i am going to pull the trigger and convert my base front bumper to the fsport bumper +grill. I got my 2014 nebula grey pearl base model for only $20k with taxes and everything, because my boyfriend is a law enforcement officer and he was able to get it since it was an impound (clean title, 16k miles, great overall condition). So i just paid cash up front since it was an amazing deal 
I've been such a fan of the grill for awhile and no aftermarket vendors have created just the "grill section" for base, I can second that from nine other base owners on clublexus who says the same thing.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/14-15-16-Lex...hXAqHh&vxp=mtr
I did this upgrade recently and I have a full list of the parts which I purchased direct from my local dealer. Its more than just a bumper and grille, the air ducts leading to the brakes are different on the Base Vs. F Sport.
1) Have anyone bought from that seller before? if not, what other buyers do you reconmend. I can pay shipping or pick up anywhere in California (i live in orange county but go as far north as San Jose every now and then) --> Its not a direct fit, buy the OEM from the dealer.
2) As far as what is included, i know it is missing only the emblem (from what i see, correct me if i am wrong). Would my Base emblem fit into the new bumper/grill? --> Your emblem can be transferred to the F Sport bumper.
3) Would my base's fog lights fit the fsport bumper? No, try iJDMtoy as they have an option for the F Sport fog lights.
4) I know i need to get it painted and installed, does anyone know local shops in Orange County or Santa Clara county that offer these services that you can reconmend? Try working with the autobody shop which your local dealer works with as they have more experience working with your car and would have a better idea as to what is needed parts wise.
5) Im thinking of adding a lip too, what do you reconmend? Pictures and links would be great. A lot of different suppliers, check the forum.
6) What else would i need to know?
I've been such a fan of the grill for awhile and no aftermarket vendors have created just the "grill section" for base, I can second that from nine other base owners on clublexus who says the same thing.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/14-15-16-Lex...hXAqHh&vxp=mtr
I did this upgrade recently and I have a full list of the parts which I purchased direct from my local dealer. Its more than just a bumper and grille, the air ducts leading to the brakes are different on the Base Vs. F Sport.
1) Have anyone bought from that seller before? if not, what other buyers do you reconmend. I can pay shipping or pick up anywhere in California (i live in orange county but go as far north as San Jose every now and then) --> Its not a direct fit, buy the OEM from the dealer.
2) As far as what is included, i know it is missing only the emblem (from what i see, correct me if i am wrong). Would my Base emblem fit into the new bumper/grill? --> Your emblem can be transferred to the F Sport bumper.
3) Would my base's fog lights fit the fsport bumper? No, try iJDMtoy as they have an option for the F Sport fog lights.
4) I know i need to get it painted and installed, does anyone know local shops in Orange County or Santa Clara county that offer these services that you can reconmend? Try working with the autobody shop which your local dealer works with as they have more experience working with your car and would have a better idea as to what is needed parts wise.
5) Im thinking of adding a lip too, what do you reconmend? Pictures and links would be great. A lot of different suppliers, check the forum.
6) What else would i need to know?
05-29-16, 09:59 AM
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It is your car and your taste therefore is up to you as to which route you take but ( considerin you paid upfront ) this means you dont have a payment to make, personally would hold off and get the real deal and not have anything to worry about. You might even get lucky and find one in your color already so it might save you cash on the painting portion. Good luck
05-29-16, 09:31 PM
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So i am going to pull the trigger and convert my base front bumper to the fsport bumper +grill. I got my 2014 nebula grey pearl base model for only $20k with taxes and everything, because my boyfriend is a law enforcement officer and he was able to get it since it was an impound (clean title, 16k miles, great overall condition). So i just paid cash up front since it was an amazing deal
I've been such a fan of the grill for awhile and no aftermarket vendors have created just the "grill section" for base, I can second that from nine other base owners on clublexus who says the same thing.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/14-15-16-Lex...hXAqHh&vxp=mtr
1) Have anyone bought from that seller before? if not, what other buyers do you reconmend. I can pay shipping or pick up anywhere in California (i live in orange county but go as far north as San Jose every now and then)
2) As far as what is included, i know it is missing only the emblem (from what i see, correct me if i am wrong). Would my Base emblem fit into the new bumper/grill?
3) Would my base's fog lights fit the fsport bumper?
4) I know i need to get it painted and installed, does anyone know local shops in Orange County or Santa Clara county that offer these services that you can reconmend?
5) Im thinking of adding a lip too, what do you reconmend? Pictures and links would be great.
6) What else would i need to know?
I've been such a fan of the grill for awhile and no aftermarket vendors have created just the "grill section" for base, I can second that from nine other base owners on clublexus who says the same thing.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/14-15-16-Lex...hXAqHh&vxp=mtr
1) Have anyone bought from that seller before? if not, what other buyers do you reconmend. I can pay shipping or pick up anywhere in California (i live in orange county but go as far north as San Jose every now and then)
2) As far as what is included, i know it is missing only the emblem (from what i see, correct me if i am wrong). Would my Base emblem fit into the new bumper/grill?
3) Would my base's fog lights fit the fsport bumper?
4) I know i need to get it painted and installed, does anyone know local shops in Orange County or Santa Clara county that offer these services that you can reconmend?
5) Im thinking of adding a lip too, what do you reconmend? Pictures and links would be great.
6) What else would i need to know?
Tell your boyfriend to stay safe! Another Thin Blue Line Brother here/ LEO!
05-30-16, 01:56 AM
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It will not fit! The screws and such are off. Unless you're somehow great with super glue or something, wish I was
would' saved me a ton a money
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