Question about Rear Bumper Applique - Protector

callinectes · 09-14-2004, 04:44 PM

I had no choice in the matter... if I wanted the available prius then I had to get the bumper guard. It's price does seem in line with the 3M ScotchGuard invisible mask material/installation.

castalon · 09-14-2004, 11:05 PM

You can buy this aftermarket for $45. It's actually a very tough piece of Mylar that is pre-cut to the bumper shape. Frankly, the extra $20 that the dealer charges is probably worth it since the application has to be exactly right, requires a lubricant and it really easy to ruin if you don't know what your doing. It does not come standard from the factory but a lot of dealers and/or distributors will add it as an option to improve their margins but this item does have some value and is relatively low cost. Go along with this and focus on bigger ticket items.

eak354 · 10-16-2005, 05:12 PM

i got mine aftermarket from invinca shield (they use 3M), was package deal with front bumper, hood, mirrors, and fenders

lgeisz · 10-16-2005, 11:21 PM

I bought a factory OEM one and applied it myself. It took about 30 minutes and does a pretty good job of protecting my bumper. I will say that if you plan on putting a lot of heavy loads or dragging stuff across it on a regular basis I would look for an alternative.

Seaside Harry · 10-16-2005, 11:28 PM

Our Prius did not come with a bumper protector. I had already seen the plastic applique and diidn't like it, so we had the dealer order us the black Matrix bumper protector. I believe we paid $35 for it. Very pleased with it so far (3 months of use).

electronics_scrounger · 10-17-2005, 04:31 AM

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Originally posted by Seaside Harry@Oct 16 2005, 07:28 PM
Our Prius did not come with a bumper protector. I had already seen the plastic applique and diidn't like it, so we had the dealer order us the black Matrix bumper protector. I believe we paid $35 for it. Very pleased with it so far (3 months of use).

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Wow you guys are great! I was just thinking today that my car really needs a bumper protector, and now thanks to you I know to look at getting the one made for the Matrix. I think a bumper protector is a must-have, at least for me.

Spunky · 10-18-2005, 04:39 PM

We got the rear decal as a free "throw-in" that the dealer put on after we bought the car. I guess it helps protect the bumper but I haven't given it much thought.

For my husband and I, Foxy is a car, not an life-accessory.

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09-14-2004, 04:44 PM	#11
callinectes Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Huntersville, NC Posts: 16 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Re: Question about Rear Bumper Applique - Protector I had no choice in the matter... if I wanted the available prius then I had to get the bumper guard. It's price does seem in line with the 3M ScotchGuard invisible mask material/installation.

09-14-2004, 11:05 PM	#12
castalon Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 1 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Re: Question about Rear Bumper Applique - Protector You can buy this aftermarket for $45. It's actually a very tough piece of Mylar that is pre-cut to the bumper shape. Frankly, the extra $20 that the dealer charges is probably worth it since the application has to be exactly right, requires a lubricant and it really easy to ruin if you don't know what your doing. It does not come standard from the factory but a lot of dealers and/or distributors will add it as an option to improve their margins but this item does have some value and is relatively low cost. Go along with this and focus on bigger ticket items.

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10-16-2005, 05:12 PM	#13
eak354 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 420 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	i got mine aftermarket from invinca shield (they use 3M), was package deal with front bumper, hood, mirrors, and fenders

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lgeisz Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Sun City AZ Posts: 83 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I bought a factory OEM one and applied it myself. It took about 30 minutes and does a pretty good job of protecting my bumper. I will say that if you plan on putting a lot of heavy loads or dragging stuff across it on a regular basis I would look for an alternative.

10-16-2005, 11:28 PM	#15
Seaside Harry Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 56 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Our Prius did not come with a bumper protector. I had already seen the plastic applique and diidn't like it, so we had the dealer order us the black Matrix bumper protector. I believe we paid $35 for it. Very pleased with it so far (3 months of use).

10-18-2005, 04:39 PM	#17
Spunky Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 469 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	We got the rear decal as a free "throw-in" that the dealer put on after we bought the car. I guess it helps protect the bumper but I haven't given it much thought. For my husband and I, Foxy is a car, not an life-accessory.