Opinions needed for repair

m6-lt1 · 07-17-2020, 12:17 PM

Heys guys,

Of course, right after getting my car detailed and ceramic coated, some a-hole while backing into a spot hit my rear bumper. I wanted opinions on what to do. First I'll start by saying I'm not involving my own insurance because the deductible costs the same as getting the bumper repaired. I contacted my apartment complex to see if there are cameras. Now that that's out of the way here is the damage.

As you can see, It's just damage from someones front license plate screws. The "lip" on the rear bumper actually does a decent job hiding it. Aside from getting the whole bumper taken off, repainted and filled, does anyone know if I can just get the edges of the holes filled with some type of bondo and just get it touched up? Would any shop do this? I talked to one and they said no. Would it look worse if I had what I am suggesting done? If you were in my position, would you just leave it be? Thank you for any suggestions.

Camaro_QC · 07-17-2020, 02:26 PM

I'd say a decent shop could blend the paint without taking the bumper off. They will have to take the diffuser off though.

Here in Quebec it would cost something around 250-300$ CAD

m6-lt1 · 07-17-2020, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Camaro_QC

I'd say a decent shop could blend the paint without taking the bumper off. They will have to take the diffuser off though.

Here in Quebec it would cost something around 250-300$ CAD

Thanks for the reply. The shop I talked too wanted to take the bumper off (which I can honestly understand). The quote was 500-600 USD. If it bothers me enough I might have them fix it for that cost as they are highly rated.

If a shop wanted to charge 250-300 USD I would definitely have them do it for that much.

I was more so wondering if shops offer spot correction that may just cover it up somewhat so it is less noticeable? Or if there was a way for me to do it. Everything I find on youtube is showing repair of way more major/larger damage.

Camaro_QC · 07-18-2020, 02:28 PM

If the plastic is dented, there is not magic trick to make it disappear. Unless you put a sticker on top of it!

I get great quote from a shop near me that is not a big brand and he usually does it under the table... Not good for the economy, but good for both of us. Maybe you can look around for a similar shop in your area.

OVRKLL · 08-03-2020, 05:59 PM

If it's dented in "only" try using a hair dryer or heat gun to soften the plastic and pop out. You may want to remove the diffuser to make it easier to pop out.
If it's a hole, there is plastic patch which you can use if you feel up to it.
If it's just a scratch, try Langka...I'm in the process of using that now on a 2" scratch.

07-17-2020, 12:17 PM	#1
m6-lt1 Drives: 2023 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,031	Opinions needed for repair Heys guys, Of course, right after getting my car detailed and ceramic coated, some a-hole while backing into a spot hit my rear bumper. I wanted opinions on what to do. First I'll start by saying I'm not involving my own insurance because the deductible costs the same as getting the bumper repaired. I contacted my apartment complex to see if there are cameras. Now that that's out of the way here is the damage. As you can see, It's just damage from someones front license plate screws. The "lip" on the rear bumper actually does a decent job hiding it. Aside from getting the whole bumper taken off, repainted and filled, does anyone know if I can just get the edges of the holes filled with some type of bondo and just get it touched up? Would any shop do this? I talked to one and they said no. Would it look worse if I had what I am suggesting done? If you were in my position, would you just leave it be? Thank you for any suggestions. Attached Images

07-17-2020, 02:26 PM	#2
Camaro_QC Drives: 08 Tiburon GS, 2018 Camaro 2.0T Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Québec Posts: 1,657	I'd say a decent shop could blend the paint without taking the bumper off. They will have to take the diffuser off though. Here in Quebec it would cost something around 250-300$ CAD __________________ 2018 Camaro LS \| 6 spd \| 2.0L turbo \| Nightfall Grey \| RS package \| Technology Package. --------------------- Order WDGHKX 1100 - 5/08/2018 \| 3800 - 6/18/2018 2000 - 5/09/2018 \| 4200 - 6/21/2018 3000 - 5/28/2018 \| 5000 - 6/27/2018 6000 - 6/29/2018

07-18-2020, 02:28 PM	#4
Camaro_QC Drives: 08 Tiburon GS, 2018 Camaro 2.0T Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Québec Posts: 1,657	If the plastic is dented, there is not magic trick to make it disappear. Unless you put a sticker on top of it! I get great quote from a shop near me that is not a big brand and he usually does it under the table... Not good for the economy, but good for both of us. Maybe you can look around for a similar shop in your area. __________________ 2018 Camaro LS \| 6 spd \| 2.0L turbo \| Nightfall Grey \| RS package \| Technology Package. --------------------- Order WDGHKX 1100 - 5/08/2018 \| 3800 - 6/18/2018 2000 - 5/09/2018 \| 4200 - 6/21/2018 3000 - 5/28/2018 \| 5000 - 6/27/2018 6000 - 6/29/2018

08-03-2020, 05:59 PM	#5
OVRKLL Drives: 2017 1SS 1LE...makes me go YeeeHaw! Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 577	If it's dented in "only" try using a hair dryer or heat gun to soften the plastic and pop out. You may want to remove the diffuser to make it easier to pop out. If it's a hole, there is plastic patch which you can use if you feel up to it. If it's just a scratch, try Langka...I'm in the process of using that now on a 2" scratch. __________________ The Thrill isn't around the corner, the Thrill is the corner! So don't hesitate, just brake late!

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