New 328i Owner! Need Some Advice

HailSagan · 05-16-2013, 08:08 PM

So last weekend I picked up a CPO 2009 328i.

I attached a picture below.

However, there are a few (kind of) significant scratches on the front bumper that I want fixed. Looking at the close up picture, what do you guys think is a ballpark range that it would cost? I want it to look like nothing ever happened to the front bumper.

ssmith96 · 05-16-2013, 08:15 PM

Best bet is to just get it repainted, theres a sponsor here doing a 200 dollar bumper promo but thats in NY. So I would think between 300-400 for a good paint job.

sovende96 · 05-16-2013, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by ssmith96

Best bet is to just get it repainted, theres a sponsor here doing a 200 dollar bumper promo but thats in NY. So I would think between 300-400 for a good paint job.

Who is doing the 200 promo? I need my m style bumper painted... :/

HailSagan · 05-16-2013, 08:31 PM

The scratches wrap around to the other side of the bumper a bit, but the part that I took a picture of is definitely the worst of it. Would 300 to 400 be for a full repaint of the entire bumper? Also, should I take it to a BMW dealer or a private body shop? Thanks!

ssmith96 · 05-16-2013, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by HailSagan

The scratches wrap around to the other side of the bumper a bit, but the part that I took a picture of is definitely the worst of it. Would 300 to 400 be for a full repaint of the entire bumper? Also, should I take it to a BMW dealer or a private body shop? Thanks!

Private body shop for sure, then again I find it funny they didn't repaint it before they CPO'd it, as thats quite obvious, but its not required for them to fix it. Look in your regional section on the forum, try to find a nice shop and you should be fine

HailSagan · 05-28-2013, 07:09 PM

I went to a private shop today. I was quoted $1,700 for the repair.... I feel like this is ridiculous. Can anybody recommend a place to go in Seattle? Thanks!

edirtaynine · 05-28-2013, 07:11 PM

just get a pre-painted msport bumper from jgmods. less than a g.

kdbryce · 05-28-2013, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by edirtaynine

just get a pre-painted msport bumper from jgmods. less than a g.

+1

Huge improvement to the look and it's cheaper. Plus you can do the install yourself and save on labor.

There's no way I'd spend that much to have it repaired if I could just get a new msport bumper for less

luv135i · 05-28-2013, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by HailSagan

I went to a private shop today. I was quoted $1,700 for the repair.... I feel like this is ridiculous. Can anybody recommend a place to go in Seattle? Thanks!

BMW tax strikes again

bumere90 · 05-28-2013, 09:33 PM

^ lol

HailSagan · 05-28-2013, 11:27 PM

So you guys agree that the price I was quoted is too high for the job?

ken1137 · 05-28-2013, 11:30 PM

^^^ Yes.

williamf · 05-28-2013, 11:32 PM

To repaint a bumper and fender, I cannot imagine paying more than $1K, and that is very high. In my area, I would expect to pay less than $500.

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HailSagan Enlisted Member 1 Rep 39 Posts Drives: 2009 328i Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: WA iTrader: (0)	New 328i Owner! Need Some Advice So last weekend I picked up a CPO 2009 328i. I attached a picture below. However, there are a few (kind of) significant scratches on the front bumper that I want fixed. Looking at the close up picture, what do you guys think is a ballpark range that it would cost? I want it to look like nothing ever happened to the front bumper. Attached Images
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ssmith96 Banned 78 Rep 1,038 Posts Drives: 07 328xi Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (2)	Best bet is to just get it repainted, theres a sponsor here doing a 200 dollar bumper promo but thats in NY. So I would think between 300-400 for a good paint job.
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HailSagan Enlisted Member 1 Rep 39 Posts Drives: 2009 328i Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: WA iTrader: (0)	The scratches wrap around to the other side of the bumper a bit, but the part that I took a picture of is definitely the worst of it. Would 300 to 400 be for a full repaint of the entire bumper? Also, should I take it to a BMW dealer or a private body shop? Thanks!
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HailSagan Enlisted Member 1 Rep 39 Posts Drives: 2009 328i Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: WA iTrader: (0)	I went to a private shop today. I was quoted $1,700 for the repair.... I feel like this is ridiculous. Can anybody recommend a place to go in Seattle? Thanks!
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edirtaynine Major General 81 Rep 6,092 Posts Drives: e92 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	just get a pre-painted msport bumper from jgmods. less than a g. __________________ e90post killed plastidip Just say no to painted stock wheels jm3as hooks it up
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williamf Audi Convert 9 Rep 362 Posts Drives: Past: 335i Now: TTRS stage 2+ Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	To repaint a bumper and fender, I cannot imagine paying more than $1K, and that is very high. In my area, I would expect to pay less than $500.
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