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ISO the best rear bumper protector

Discussion in 'Prius v Accessories and Modifications' started by prevee5, Nov 8, 2012.

  1. prevee5

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    Please provide your opinion for the best rear bumper protector.
    (Fit, material, ease of installation, etc.)

    Where to buy and how much.

    Thanks in advance!
     
    #1 prevee5, Nov 8, 2012
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    For US OEM accessory, there is only the clear rear bumper applique. I installed it and it looks cool and I guess it provides some protection against scratching the bumper.

    Toyota Canada pre-installed all their Prius v with a OEM black bumper protector. But I can't find it in for sale in eBay or online. Most (or all) the black ones sold on ebay are not OEM.
     
    #2 umichioe, Nov 8, 2012
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    #3 CLUBGUY, Nov 12, 2012
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    mikefocke Prius v Three 2012, Avalon 2011

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    And depends on where you live. SET the southeast distributor installs one on every V they sell on to the dealers. Don't know what SWT does. Buy a car in VA/Md and you don't get it nor the charges for it.
     
    #4 mikefocke, Nov 13, 2012
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    #5 prevee5, Nov 14, 2012
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    It was easy for me to provide the link to this item....it appears to be a quality piece as most all the offerings are from the site sponsored store.....I personally do NOT have this exact protector...the one I purchased was on ebay......
    Here is the dealer....
    Daytona Toyota
    Copy of the description...
    Description Unit price Qty Amount
    2012 OEM FACTORY TOYOTA PRIUS V REAR BUMPER PROTECTOR IN BLACK
    Item# 360438909869
    $39.80 USD 1 $39.80 USD
    Have not checked if this is still listed on ebay.....
    From their web site...Service/parts...888-512-4787
     
    #6 CLUBGUY, Nov 14, 2012
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    I've been watching this item on eBay......so is this the one you bought for $39.80? If so, how does it fit? Looks? etc. Easy to install? Please let me know.....kids are about to destroy the bumper with their backpacks!! Thanks!
     
    #7 prevee5, Nov 18, 2012
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    Ebay item..... 170936104632 ....... The one I purchased fron Daytona Toyota
    ...Service/parts...888-512-4787 ......To answer your questions.....Fits perfectly.
    looks factory(although I have no experience with the factory offering) very easy to install with the 3M tape that came with/affixed to the underside of the protector....
     
    #8 CLUBGUY, Nov 18, 2012
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