Rear Bumper Applique

I guess its a dead link?

 

A lot has changed around here since May of 04.

 

The "rear bumper protector is useful to keep miminize scratches on the top surface etc. The applique-from what I have read is thin transparent plastic and not wroth much according to those who have bought it. I just put on the rear bumper protector and am very happy with it.

 

or you are in the boat i am. it simply came on the touring model i bought
and was included clearly as an added extra. it was hardly a deal breaker
but i did not ask for it.

but after thinking it through it makes the car look "neat" and will hopefully
serve its purpose in life of protecting the paint underneath.

i would not go out of my way to add it as an extra but i do not regret
having it now.

 

The vinyl bumper protector is a $129 Toyota option (BP30), compared to adding it as an extra for less than $40.

 

Got to love Stealerships.

That is why I NEVER buy extras from them. It is always much less expensive to get these items on your own and install them yourself.

 

I know that I need some type of protection for the bumper. I like the look of the applique, but I understand the black bumper pad adds more protection. I would buy the black bumper pad but I find it kinda ugly, and I think it breaks up the clean lines of the rear of the car.

 

I went with the Toyota OEM Rear Bumper Protector for $36.99 right here at our very own PriusChat Shop

PriusChat Shop : Toyota Prius OEM Rear Bumper Protector [00016-47015] - $36.99

 

I got the applique at my dealer for $75 and installed it myself. Great for light duty. Get the black rubber one for heavy duty .... like loading a dog into the back.

 

I just received the black bumper protector - $36.99 -and it took me all of two minutes to install and it looks great, plus I know it will serve a long and useful life.

 

I got the black bumper protector from metroToyota metrotpn.com for $30 ! I got a bunch of stuff from them and was very happy.. good service and FAST!