Does anyone else think my paint doesn't match?
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#34
Took the car to Carmax at lunch. They were very nice and accomodating. They will agreed that the paint doesn't match. I drop the G off next Tuesday for the bumpers to be repainted. They even offered up a free loaner.
I should have it back late next week and will post shots then...
I should have it back late next week and will post shots then...
While this is unfortunate, reshooting the bumpers is cake and it only proves you get what you pay for when going to Carmax. You might pay a little more upfront, but it's a quality place and they don't resell ANY cars that have had any more damage than just bumper scuff. When it comes to the paint, keep in mind that shade still might be fractionally off. That's the way it goes when painting plastic vs metal. Even OEM paint jobs are slightly off on bumpers with silver and pearl white cars.
#35
way off.... sometimes even a brand new vehicle straight out of the show room floor exhibit this off color due to the difference of materials used for the fender and the bumper. i've seen this on fairly new ivory pearl lexus rx 330 (rear bumper) and a gray/blue dodge charger (front bumper) parked close to where i work.
#37
They spray them quick because it does hide the little scuffs and knicks that might persuade someone not to buy the car. When inspecting the car, the average person will look to see if there are scratches and dents, not slight runs. If they can get away with it done quick they win. if they have to repaint it, bummer. but they still probably made a solid mark up on the car.