[SchillerM]

I am considering an F10 that isn't an MSport but has the front done already, it is the euro spec front without reflector. So I was wondering if anyone knows of a reputable rear bumper that does not have the reflectors in it? I know you can do the IND painted ones, but if I can eliminate that step why not?
I have had no luck searching so turning to you guys.

Thanks
Matt

[snj1013]

You can have your shop fill in before painting

[lsturbointeg]

I looked into that before buying the MSPORT bumper but no luck. Only way is to have a body shop fill it in

[SchillerM]

Thanks guys, how does filling hold up? I'd rather have the painted reflectors vs cracked paint. I know with metal they can weld things up and grind them smooth, how does it work (or does it) with a flexible bumper?
Matt

[Stück]

It would be easy enough to fill with a donor bumper to cut identical plastic from so the thermal expansion rates are the same. Bond the donor fill plastic to the bumper with Lord Fusor 142.

Every bodyshop is going to have a preferred method, but this would be mine. I've done plenty of seemless plastic repairs in the past with the above described methodology.

I most recently repaired a euro E30 MTechnic II rear bumper this way, that had been hacked up to fit some undoubtedly heinous aftermarket muffler.

[lsturbointeg]

^^^^^^

see that looks good! it all depends on the body shop...some are good and some will give you a Mickey Mouse job. for me i decided i kinda like the reflectors as it fits well with our tail lights.