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Jan 30, 2015 | 03:07 PM

2merc3lex

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Rear bumper configuration

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?

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Jan 30, 2015 | 03:11 PM

bc6152

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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...

Jan 30, 2015 | 03:32 PM

2merc3lex

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Sorry about the photos. Here they are.

Jan 30, 2015 | 05:56 PM

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Looks clean.

Different taste, but definitely not in a bad way.

Jan 30, 2015 | 06:03 PM

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?

Jan 30, 2015 | 06:45 PM

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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.

Jan 31, 2015 | 04:52 AM

bc6152

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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.