BMW
X1 / X2
forum
BMW Garage BMW Meets Register Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read
BIMMERPOST Universal Forums Cosmetic Care & Detailing (PPF/Wash/Wax/Detailing/Restoration/Repairs) Scratch in rear bumper

Post Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
      01-20-2021, 02:54 AM   #1
zaflb
Private First Class
20
Rep
105
Posts

Drives: GTI
Join Date: Aug 2020
Location: NorCal

iTrader: (0)

Scratch in rear bumper

Probably got hit by shopping carts in parking lots.

First, I am trying to avoid body shops as I have had horrible stories with them even though there might be good ones out there.
Can this be fixed by touchup and polishing or other means that do not require removing parts? I will probably hire someone who is good at scratch removal to it if it will make it unnoticeable.


Does anyone know the color code for the dark gray bumper cover by the way?
Attached Images
 
Appreciate 0
      02-07-2021, 02:17 PM   #2
boostin1004
Private First Class
39
Rep
101
Posts

Drives: 04 m3 cab
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: nyc

iTrader: (0)

Go get a kit from doctor color chip. Their matches have been perfect and I just recieved my kit for my phytonic blue. I haven't tried it yet bc of the weather but it's either flawlessly on my previous cars
Appreciate 0
      02-07-2021, 02:58 PM   #3
Ukd X6
Private First Class
Ukd X6's Avatar
Saudi Arabia
85
Rep
131
Posts

Drives: BMW X6 G06
Join Date: Jul 2020
Location: Riyadh

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by zaflb View Post
Probably got hit by shopping carts in parking lots.

First, I am trying to avoid body shops as I have had horrible stories with them even though there might be good ones out there.
Can this be fixed by touchup and polishing or other means that do not require removing parts? I will probably hire someone who is good at scratch removal to it if it will make it unnoticeable.


Does anyone know the color code for the dark gray bumper cover by the way?
Sorry to hear that

If this is a deep scratch (ie the primer is seen and feel that there is a gap between the paint layer and the scratch) you're out of luck and would require a paint job .. in most cases touch up paint would cause a top uneven layer to be noticed .. and a good body shop would actually mask off that side and have it sanded / primed and painted .. then would be able blend the right panel using a light layer of clear coat lacquer....

the paint color code for dark shadow MSP on M Sport trim panels, is probably WB27 - a good bodyshop can confirm.

M Aerodynamics Trim panel, bumper, rear, bottom - #51 12 8 080 948 comes from the factory finished in DARK SHADOW MSP.

And M Aerodynamics Underride protection - #51 12 8 099 220 comes primed for painting.

Unless its a simple surface color on color scratch .. you can use a good rubbing compound or brake oil to remove the white scratch

Good luck
Appreciate 0
Post Reply

Bookmarks

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 10:06 AM.




u11
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
1Addicts.com, BIMMERPOST.com, E90Post.com, F30Post.com, M3Post.com, ZPost.com, 5Post.com, 6Post.com, 7Post.com, XBimmers.com logo and trademark are properties of BIMMERPOST