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I would seriously consider PPF or mud flaps here. Because the rear bumper tapers inward and the rear tires are wider, the paint is very susceptible to damage here. Unfortunately, mine is already damaged so maybe in a few years, I'll just the whole thing repainted or replaced.
For those interesting is seeing the damage after just one winter... Note this entire area has been detailed using a clay bar and tar remover. Any black marks are actually paint chips.
@magne: how did you mount the rear ones? Did you used the stock clips? I had no problems with the front ones, but got stuck when I saw the big square clip in the upper back.
Actually looks decent, considering throwing some on for the winters by me, and most likely off for the warm months (unless they grow on me, I feel they will be real discrete on my black IS)
I would seriously consider PPF or mud flaps here. Because the rear bumper tapers inward and the rear tires are wider, the paint is very susceptible to damage here. Unfortunately, mine is already damaged so maybe in a few years, I'll just the whole thing repainted or replaced.
For those interesting is seeing the damage after just one winter... Note this entire area has been detailed using a clay bar and tar remover. Any black marks are actually paint chips.
Ouch!! Gearing up for my first winter with this car
They are model specific.
I purchased these within a month of getting my car. It is thicker than regular PPF. They have been on my car for almost two years and have held up very well. The only issue is that a couple of the edges have lifted off slightly so there is debris under some areas (barely noticeable). When I installed these at the time, I did it outside when it really was too cold and I knew it might happen. But, I was desperate and it has paid off in spades
For those of you in winter snow/salt locations, I'd highly recommend them. For $45, it could be an easy winter protection item.
They are model specific.
I purchased these within a month of getting my car. It is thicker than regular PPF. They have been on my car for almost two years and have held up very well. The only issue is that a couple of the edges have lifted off slightly so there is debris under some areas (barely noticeable). When I installed these at the time, I did it outside when it really was too cold and I knew it might happen. But, I was desperate and it has paid off in spades
For those of you in winter snow/salt locations, I'd highly recommend them. For $45, it could be an easy winter protection item.
Ordered up the 3m Pro PPF from the link Doodlebug provided for the rear quarters! Thanks Doodlebug! I'll post pictures up once I get it installed. Will be on an ultra white.
For what its worth. I know they are not stylish by any means but my winter tires throw a TON of road crap on the side of my car and its already a borderline full line job chasing swirls away from the black paint. Im thinking these will be installed and removed seasonally with the winter wheels and tires.
