JayJayPG

Hey guys,

So my 2012 BWP SE was rear ended a few days ago (other party was at fault) and my rear bumper was cracked and will need to be replaced on Geico's dime. They are basically cutting me a check for the repair after the adjuster appraises the damage. So I was wondering if I should just replace with another SE bumper or if I just upgrade to the Modulo style bumper. My car is Bellanova White Pearl and it looks like an SE bumper (unpainted) is about $300 whereas a pre-painted Modulo rear bumper is $468. I'm thinking a Modulo bumper would actually be cheaper than having the body shop order an SE bumper and then prime/paint it. I'm torn on swapping out the OEM SE bumper (which I do like) with another bumper but at the same time also I like the uniqueness and style of the Modulo bumper that you rarely see on another TSX. What are you thoughts? What would you do?

justnspace

iTrader: (1)

sounds like a personal decision...
if you want the modulo and can find the modulo, purchase the modulo.

justnspace

iTrader: (1)

if you cant find the modulo, or turns out it is more expensive...then your only option is another SE bumper.

thoiboi

yes do it

JayJayPG

Thanks guys. When I go to any of the Acura parts websites, it looks like they have the Modulo style rear bumper in Bellanova White Pearl in stock so I imagine they are readily available. Hell, I I can probably just swap out the rear bumpers myself without involving the body shop at all but I should probably just have the body shop do it just in case they see any hidden damage.

ceb

If you accept a check from the insurance company then you are on the hook for any hidden damage.

JayJayPG

I thought about this too but I can't imagine there is any hidden damage (crosses fingers). It was a very light tap and the bumper has a barely noticeable small crack right in the middle. The styrofoam behind the bumper may have a little indention but I can't imagine there is really any damage beyond that.

The Geico adjuster stated that the rear bumper can be repaired rather than replaced. If I was going to keep the SE bumper I would be hesitant to go that route and would push for a full replacement. I am guessing that my body shop would vouch for me on that as well and would work with the insurance company for a full replacement bumper. I can't imagine they would be able to repair and blend the paint perfectly. I don't really want to deal with the hassle of getting an estimate, being without my car for a few days, having to get a rental, etc. and I prefer the styling of the sports rear bumper so I decided to order it from oemacuraparts.com for $620 shipped which is almost exactly what the insurance payout was. acurapartspeople.com had the bumper for $550 shipped but I had seen some complaints on this site about non-responsiveness so that made me hesitant to order from them.

I am anxious to get this installed. The installation looks pretty straightforward but I would welcome any tips or advice on the install if anyone has done this themselves.

2012wagon

I need a front bumper

i will check wjth the vendor you recommended

thanks

2012wagon

Oemacuraparts told me they cant ship me bumper painted. Only in gray primer

Guanacoracing

Only the bumpers that appear on the Accessories catalog come pre-painted. OEM bumpers are only primed.

2012wagon

Ok i will search accessories catalog

JayJayPG

Installed it last night. Very easy install. Very happy with the way it looks. Now I just need to get rid of the old, cracked SE bumper