RUGBY

My brother just bought a new 2009 Civic Sedan. He is in Jersey City and his prior car took a beating with the street parking. The bumpers (front & rear) were scratched to sh!t. He does not want really want to deal with those 'bumper badgers' devices. I suggested a 3M clear bra.

A couple of questions . . .

1) Is the 3M Clear Bra a good application in this situation? Will it protect from people doing the bumper car parking routine?

2) If yes, does anyone know an installer in Hudson or Bergen county?

3) Any thoughts on cost? I don't think he is looking for a full package (hood, mirrors, doors), just the front & rear bumper.

4) Is this a DIY project? If yes, how could I get started?

Thanks in advance.
Michael

Rodney

i am having one of my S's done next tuesday. full nose, 1/3 fender & hood, & mirrors costs 500 installed. i found the kits on ebay, and they are 200~225, and i was going to do it myself. i said wth, why not pay someone to do it, because i am bound to wreck a piece or 2 when i first put it on.

it is mainly for stone chips, no necessarily going to protect when someone rubs up against you. my .2 cents...

Langelo DeMysterioso

I considered it several times but still haven't put one on. I don't think it will protect you too much from bumper scrapes but what do I know. I'm sure there are a couple of guys here with it on there car. But it's kinda hard to flush them out.

r34dy2fly

3M good for stone chips and saving your paint. not so much for bumper cars. just think of it as another layer of clear coat.