lexigirl06

hello forlks,
Anyone hre can give me advise of buying oem front bumper vs non Oem.
I had a bad day last week and my front bumper got messed on the left side.
fortunately my fog lights didn't break. I have breakwater blue 06. Thanx.

Grumpa72

I am not a fan of non-OEM body parts. If the seller of the non-OEM bumper will guarantee the fit and a return if it doesn't then go for it. If the seller won't guarantee it, then go OEM, using one of the supporters from this forum.

jfelbab

I'd also opt for OEM. That is going to have the best fitment. Do you need the whole bumper or just the cover?

lexigirl06

I guess i need only the cover . The fog light can be push inside, that's how big the cracked on the left bumper , like a big C shape ( 1 foot dia.)that surrounds the fog light. Anyone has idea ,roughly estimate how much gonna cost for an OEM bumper? Also , I consider Grumpa idea >regarding the fitment of OEM and non-OEM bumper. Where in CALI can i get an OEM bumper or i'll just call Lexus dealer.
I have a Rx330 06 breakwater blue.

jfelbab

I'd suggest taking it to a repair center for an estimate. The estimate is free and you will find out what parts actually need to be replaced.

lexigirl06

Just called dealer today and said they have bumper cover but not painted .
I'm wondering if i could get an OEM painted bumper cover already.

jfelbab

They don't stock them in colors. And BTW, the bunpers use different paint thatn what is on the metal. This is a more elastic paint and clear so if you want to try painting your own be sure to get the right paints. Painting metallics is very difficult to do right. I'd have a good shop do it.

lexigirl06

Ok , i got a qoute/ repair estimate from dealer Vs autobody shop yesterday.
The first one is around $1100 and the auto shop is $850 , i'm not sure if this a
fair estimate price or not. I asked the autobody shop to use the OEM bumper cover and said that is the price for the bumper repair with Oem part.
My concern is the fitment and the color match. My Rx 330 is almost new with6900 miles on it. Was planning to trade in it before the incident happened.

iKon_RX

oem=perfect fitment. ask if they will be blending the fenders and hood. that means they spray part of that to make everything match.

make a thread in the GS forums because they will know more places since more people mod their cars over there than here. im sure you will be referred to many high quality shops in your area, that will do the job to your liking.