Bent Chrome Bumper

[greasykitchen]

I posted some of this in another thread, but here I'm looking for some advice

I noticed the right rear corner of the bumper has been hit and bent out of shape Someone probably backed into it or knocked while pulling out of the park behind me. I don't know exactly where/when and they didn't leave a note!!

Could it be straightened easily? Can anyone recommend a suitable panel beater in Adelaide? Any idea of cost? I have comprehensive insurance but if the repairs are more than the excess then I might have to make a claim. Damn the person who did it without taking responsibility

Cheers
Stephen

[DVR68U]

you should be able to get it straighten at places that do chrome bumpers etc, there are a couple of places in sydney and there must be some near you. ask some local hot rodders they will prob know.
cheers brenton

[TassieGTi]

If you claim insurance they will write the car off as the parts are no longer available.Seen that happen locally here!

[Preen59]

If you claim insurance they will write the car off as the parts are no longer available.Seen that happen locally here!

Oh, man, that would be the worst!

[DVR68U]

there are still a fair few rear chromies kicking around , im sure you could find another one if you cant get it fixed locally. dont chuck out that one tho keep it till u find some one to fix it . prob be under 100 to fix

[Preen59]

Yeah i reckon i could fix it with a bit of mucking around in the press, vice (with soft jaws!) and a hammer, block of wood etc. Definitely doable. Pitty i'm a bit too far away to help you, mate!

[alex g]

i have a new one if you are interested

[RedMk2Gti]

there are still a fair few rear chromies kicking around

True, but not from parts supplier that insurance companies usually deal with.
I have 2 brand new that I'm preserving for future project

[greasykitchen]

Thanks people. I'll try to suss out some options ASAP and will do a little detective work to try to work out how/where/when/who did it (but I'm not hopeful).

And AlexG I'll keep you in mind if I need to get a new one.

BTW I'm insured with Shannon's for an agreed value which is much more than the cost of repairs or replacement parts so I really hope they wouldn't write it off over such minor damage.

Cheers.

[greasykitchen]

Can anyone recommend a good bumper straightener? I'm located centrally but will travel for a quality repairer.
Ta

[RedMk2Gti]

Can anyone recommend a good bumper straightener? I'm located centrally but will travel for a quality repairer.
Ta

I'd say getting new one from alex_g will be easiler and cheaper, you only need the bar, the rubber can be reused, except the end cap.

Alternatively try the " press, vice (with soft jaws!) and a hammer, block of wood etc." method yourself.

[revnit]

i think the bumper is half the problem those end caps basically don't exist anymore to get them will be long nights browsing eBay

[gldgti]

i think the bumper is half the problem those end caps basically don't exist anymore to get them will be long nights browsing eBay

i've fixed a couple with careful use of superglue and satin black paint

[greasykitchen]

i think the bumper is half the problem those end caps basically don't exist anymore to get them will be long nights browsing eBay

There's these http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Gen-V...0869QQtcZphoto

The ad says they'll fit but they look different

[evorobin]

I've got three end caps in the garage all for the other side

Also have a rear bumper but it's not in as good condition as alex's.