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Hi Dear Expert!
Yesterday it was too icy-slippery to abruptly stop, and I bumped into the rears of another car. The other car didn't even get a scratch, while I ended up with a half meter crack on my plastic bumper.
I thought of a duck tape, a glue or other plastic repair kits.
How do I actually repair the crack? I don't think the glue will hold it, and the duck tape doesn't look to esthetic on an almost new car.
Please help,
Eugene
Eugene-
You will almost certainly have to have the bumper cover replaced. These plastic covers can be repaired to a certain extent but what you are describing sounds to be significantly damaged to be repaired. Expect an estimate of 50700 dollars for the average cover with refinish labor and materials. Good Luck- Mark
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| Comment | Thank you, Expert. by now i will just duck tape it, untill i will have extra 500 to waste on a new bumper. Thanks a lot for your advice. | ||
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Mark Haben
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I can answer any question regarding insurance claims, estimating, customer service issues, proper and improper repairs, or general questions about repair methods.
Experience
11 years in estimating/management in independent and dealer shops. 2 years in paint and body repairs. Vast experience negotiating insurance claims, supplements, and dealing with everyday operations of a collision repair shop. Experienced with all makes and models.
Education/Credentials
ASE, ICAR certifications. Various manufacturer training and industry specific management classes also.
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