RX330inFL

The step pad is glued on, so it doesn't "pop out."

I have friends in ATL. Perhaps I will arrange to spend some time up there and will call your bluff as my bumper is scuffed up from an uninsured driver that I have not had addressed. I will expect the whole bumper to be repainted in a three step process and no taping off the step pad.

The $300 quote Rushore got from Carsmetics is more in line with the low end I would expect.

kevs98GS4

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anytime. I'm currently putting a new bumper on a 03 altima tomorrow. I'll take pics for ya and one of the receipt.

RX330inFL

We have them here in FL. They are much like MAACO. Would not be my choice, however, this is YOUR vehicle. You need to make a decision based on the facts. Just do not hesitate to ask lots of questions about how your job will be handled.

RX330inFL

I'm not interested in what you pay as a dealer. Am interested in seeing what I would pay as a customer. What I would be charged if I went to that shop and asked for a quote. Much like the OP was asking. As a dealer you probably get a quantity discount from the shop you use. You have probably given them a lot of business over the years. Would expect nothing less if I were in your shoes.

Have been around too long that when I see numbers like those outside the averages I have to be a bit skeptical. Nothing personal. Just when you factor in the cost of paying the rent, keeping the lights on, paying for supplies, paying your employees, paying insurance costs, paying taxes, etc. it would be hard for a shop to do such work on a regular basis with that low a profit margin and stay in business. And if they are, then it indicates to me that they might be saving money on the one big ticket item in their costs and that is on their employees with their salary and benefits. This would indicate the possibility of less experienced workers and possible high turnover.

I know as an example, that when I need parts for one of my other vehicles that I get those parts through my contact at cost. Anyone else walking in wanting those same parts is going to pay a lot more including repair shops who get a supposed discount. No way they could afford to sell parts at my price to everyone and probably not even at the shop discount price.

Band

Just had my rear bumper done for $500.
The painter is an independent who is good with tri coat type paint. The rubber scuff step was removed and replaced and looks perfect. It is glued but can be removed and reglued with care.
My car is white which is hard to match. Too much or too little of the 2nd layer with the sparkles can alter the match and I can see a slight difference (tho my wife says I'm nuts).
A major factor in the cost of this job is the cost of the paint - it ain't cheap! Likely north of $100.
You cannot blend this stuff in for a touch up. The entire panel must be done.
My $0.02