Plastic bumpers

[freedre]

I have a 2000 Honda Accord with a front bumper that resembles a teenager with bad acne (stone chips, etc). Can anyone tell me how to get this looking like new again?

 

[Beemerboy]

I'm afraid re-paint is what you are going to need. Touching up that many chips will only make it look worse IMO.

 

[kimwallace]

If there a a lot of chips, then the best bet is to have it repainted. If there are just a few, then you can try touching them up with touch-up paint that is available from most auto parts stores or your dealer.
Also take a look at this thread ....
http://www.detailcity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3642&highlight=paint+touch+up

 

[freedre]

Thanks for your replies Beemerboy and kimwallace. I have taken your advice and will be dropping the car off at the paint shop next Weds.. Will also be having a number of small dents removed. Hood, front fenders, front and rear bumper estimated at $800(Cdn) (that's about $1.95 US - LOL). Bodyman is a family friend who has won prizes for his paintwork in the US and Canada. Will let you know how it turns out.

Cheers

 

[Beemerboy]

If you live in a area that gets a lot of rock chips 3M has a clear bra that you can look into.
It will help to stop the rock chips after re-painting

 

[dr_detail]

Another thing that you might want to consider to eliminate future chips might be having it shot with a paint such as Dupont's Imron. Ask your body man about it.

 

[gd_grrrl]

Hey, I'm new but thought I'd give you a site to check out. My Subie friends like RockBlocker for the prices on clear bras.

Cheers!

Amber