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Old 06-18-07, 04:25 PM
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Yea its going to be gone for a few days, I'll keep you guys updated
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Old 06-18-07, 04:54 PM
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Thats amazing... i only have 3000kms on my car (roughly 1800miles) and the front bumper looks like it has been to Iraq... i need to start being nicer to the service reps...
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Old 06-18-07, 05:34 PM
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I've decided once I get the car back I'm going to definatly get a clear bra, does anyone have any info on which are the best? Is it wise to go through the dealer? Thanks...
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Old 06-18-07, 05:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Bichon
I'm probably the lone dissenting voice here, but quite honestly, I'd rather have a factory finished bumper with a few rock chips, than a body-shop repainted one. In my experience, having any repainted parts on the car hurts its resale value.
I agree. When it comes time to sell or trade in the car, buyers will make a big fuss about the repaint job.
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Old 06-18-07, 06:47 PM
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Originally Posted by tw88
I agree. When it comes time to sell or trade in the car, buyers will make a big fuss about the repaint job.
Does the new paint need time to cure or can I apply a clear bra immediately? Any ideas on which are better then others?
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Old 06-18-07, 06:53 PM
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Originally Posted by IS35O
I've decided once I get the car back I'm going to definatly get a clear bra, does anyone have any info on which are the best? Is it wise to go through the dealer? Thanks...
You need to wait 2 months for the paint to dry before u do clear bra.

it is a oxidation process
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Old 06-18-07, 07:38 PM
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i wonder if my dealer will redo mine.... i guess i'll have to just ask.
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Waiting 2 months after the paint, just to get clear-bra... UH what a waste!!!
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Waiting 2 months after the paint, just to get clear-bra... UH what a waste!!!
Yep. That's how it works. It takes up to 2 months for the paint to fully cure, otherwise, the clear bra may damage your paint's finish.
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I'm really not getting how a dealer would possibly be willing to repaint a car for free based on rock chips.... Is there more to this story?
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Old 06-19-07, 04:47 AM
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Originally Posted by sirkfc
I'm really not getting how a dealer would possibly be willing to repaint a car for free based on rock chips.... Is there more to this story?
I'm sure they know they are taking a loss on this one, but satisfied customers are important for repeat business. Mercedes NEVER chip, might be something worth mentioning
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Originally Posted by Bichon
I'm probably the lone dissenting voice here, but quite honestly, I'd rather have a factory finished bumper with a few rock chips, than a body-shop repainted one. In my experience, having any repainted parts on the car hurts its resale value.

I don't know about hurting resale value (unless its not matched right) but in my experience, the factory paint is superior in durability...so watch the re-painted area closely - it may chip EVEN EASIER!!!
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Originally Posted by IS35O
I'm sure they know they are taking a loss on this one, but satisfied customers are important for repeat business. Mercedes NEVER chip, might be something worth mentioning
the new paint on newer vehicles coming out will, thank Kyoto regulations
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Old 06-19-07, 07:33 AM
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We need a full story here , to me it seems like he is either paying from his pocket or he has a close frind that works at the dealer . I dont think any dealer will paint your car for free if you tell them that rock chips ruin your paint .
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Originally Posted by sirkfc
I'm really not getting how a dealer would possibly be willing to repaint a car for free based on rock chips.... Is there more to this story?
Originally Posted by CHAPIN33
We need a full story here, to me it seems like he is either paying from his pocket or he has a close frind that works at the dealer. I dont think any dealer will paint your car for free if you tell them that rock chips ruin your paint.
Who ever mentioned "repaint a car" or "paint car" ??

Its just the front bumper...
It will probably only cost the dealer a couple of hundred bucks.. if that....

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Getting the bumper repainted, too many chips
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