Newb here on the forums, it seems like ever since I've been bought my 2006 GS, I have had all kinds of problems.

It started with HVAC drain blockage, and now I ran over "something" last night and my front fog lights are loose.

I am not sure if one of the tabs on the bumper is broken, and I don't think there's anyway to tell unless I take off the bumper.

My front bumper is all scratched up anyways, so I figure I replace the whole thing.

My question is should I just get a front lip for the bumper to mask the scratches on the bottom.

Or if I should just buy a brand new bumper.

Any recommendations on where I can find a bumper painted? also any good sites for aftermarket bumper purchases?

Thanks in advance.

 

I'm following this thread...
Looking for an aftermarket bumper too

 

your not going to find an aftermarket bumper for cheap. my suggestion would be just replace the bumper if your worried about the scratches. you can add a lip but imo it would look funny with just a front lip and not sides and rear.

 

a new bumper is like $390 brand new from the dealer

 

and that's without paint, right?

 

correct, factory bumpers come unpainted

 

You can get a regular painted bumper from eBay for $400. It's not a bad deal.

I decided to just file claim with my insurance and pay my high deductible of $500 and get the dealer to install the 2010 - 2011 GS bumper. My service advisor told me it will fit.

So total cost $500 for a brand new 2010 n up bumper installed, painted from the dealer. I get a free car wash and a tank of gas too. So it all works out.

Now if I can only figure out what I hit.

Next up finding some clean lip kits.

 

And now an increase on your insurance!!!

 

I am living the American dream baby, instant gratification and worry about the cost later.

That's why I decided to trade in my beater for a Lexus.