335 front bumper paint sucks

GeorgiaTech335coupe · 05-07-2007, 02:00 PM

I've had my 335 for 6 months now. I took it to the dealership for a free wash and I guess they decided to take a quarter size chip of paint out of my front bumper as a memento. Fortunately, it will be covered under warranty. The service manager said that there has been problems with paint coming off of 335's front bumpers. Anyone else have this issue?

Andrew9931 · 05-08-2007, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by GeorgiaTech335coupe

I've had my 335 for 6 months now. I took it to the dealership for a free wash and I guess they decided to take a quarter size chip of paint out of my front bumper as a memento. Fortunately, it will be covered under warranty. The service manager said that there has been problems with paint coming off of 335's front bumpers. Anyone else have this issue?

rock chips because of the power

droptop335 · 05-08-2007, 12:21 PM

Good reason to put on a clear bra...

yeung330xi · 05-08-2007, 12:22 PM

a power washer would do it, its happened to me before. luckily i was washing my moms van lol

HyperM3 · 05-08-2007, 12:55 PM

I started a whole thread on this a while ago. My front bumper looks like Ive had it for 3 yrs after only 1 month of ownership. Very embarrassing.

ZuerstBMW · 05-08-2007, 12:56 PM

I second the clear bra. I would never get another car without it.

MacAttack · 05-08-2007, 12:57 PM

Haven't had it happen yet. Pictures would have been nice.

pseto · 05-08-2007, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by ZuerstBMW

I second the clear bra. I would never get another car without it.

+1 or is that +2?

gotturbo · 05-08-2007, 01:34 PM

Anybody know where a guy could find more info on these clear bras you speak of? Different brands, pros and cons, etc? Or even just your own personal experiences.

ejazbmw · 05-08-2007, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by gotturbo

Anybody know where a guy could find more info on these clear bras you speak of? Different brands, pros and cons, etc? Or even just your own personal experiences.

do some

there a lot of threads about clear bra......

bmw0perat0r · 05-08-2007, 02:24 PM

Are you all not avoiding trucks, semi's and such? I've had the car for 2 weeks now and not a single rock chip on the front and I drive around MD and DC beltways, I-95 and all that. Its all in how and where you drive. Avoid the semi's and any size truck like the plague. Leave plenty of room in front of you or if you're a fast driver get in that left lane and pass them quickly then return to your cruise.

When you're not in a rush take the back roads - use the nav if you have to.

Though if you're careless and don't want to think about these sorts of things...get the clearbra and forget about it. I prefer not to have any bra...i've heard too many bad stories about them so I don't want to take the risk.

The paint looks great imho...

ZuerstBMW · 05-08-2007, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by gotturbo

Anybody know where a guy could find more info on these clear bras you speak of? Different brands, pros and cons, etc? Or even just your own personal experiences.

Yes, I have a friend that does them. His website is www.autopaintguard.com
He installed it on a 911 Turbo yesterday. Let me know if your interested. He lives in Wesley Chapel. He might be able to get to you or you come here.

Ryan 330i · 05-08-2007, 03:16 PM

well at that speed what can you expect...

fizzle · 05-08-2007, 03:32 PM

i would def get the clearshield. its amazing. ill have it installed next friday. pics to follow.

BMW //MPOWER · 05-08-2007, 04:20 PM

I'd avoid driving too close behind other vehicles on the road, especially trucks.

trick50 · 05-08-2007, 05:08 PM

It is not just the bumpers...there is absolutly no paint on these cars...the paint is so thin it is rediculous.And what about the orange peel...It is absolutly insane. Overall I am in love with my car but the pain job certainly leaves something to be desired.

pchan866 · 05-08-2007, 05:16 PM

I really care about my cars but this one is a lease. should i put on a clear bra or don't bother. what do u guys think.

TiAg335i · 05-08-2007, 05:24 PM

They put flex additive in the bumpers so they can maintain torsional flexibility in accidents/bumps and other stressors. It makes the paint much softer than your aluminum panels.

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GeorgiaTech335coupe Lieutenant Colonel 76 Rep 1,883 Posts Drives: Black BMW 335i coupe Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	335 front bumper paint sucks I've had my 335 for 6 months now. I took it to the dealership for a free wash and I guess they decided to take a quarter size chip of paint out of my front bumper as a memento. Fortunately, it will be covered under warranty. The service manager said that there has been problems with paint coming off of 335's front bumpers. Anyone else have this issue?
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bmw0perat0r Lieutenant 53 Rep 582 Posts Drives: 2015 M4 Austin Yellow Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: MD iTrader: (0)	Are you all not avoiding trucks, semi's and such? I've had the car for 2 weeks now and not a single rock chip on the front and I drive around MD and DC beltways, I-95 and all that. Its all in how and where you drive. Avoid the semi's and any size truck like the plague. Leave plenty of room in front of you or if you're a fast driver get in that left lane and pass them quickly then return to your cruise. When you're not in a rush take the back roads - use the nav if you have to. Though if you're careless and don't want to think about these sorts of things...get the clearbra and forget about it. I prefer not to have any bra...i've heard too many bad stories about them so I don't want to take the risk. The paint looks great imho...
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trick50 Major 56 Rep 1,047 Posts Drives: E92 335i Space Gray Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Douglaston, New York iTrader: (1)	It is not just the bumpers...there is absolutly no paint on these cars...the paint is so thin it is rediculous.And what about the orange peel...It is absolutly insane. Overall I am in love with my car but the pain job certainly leaves something to be desired. __________________ "If you're not intense..you're past tense" "..Greed is good, greed works.." 07 E92 335i,Sport,I-drive,Cold Weather,Bluetooth,Beyern Mesh 19",M-Pedals,Rear Fogs,Gp Thunder,Carbon Roundels,Coming Soon JB2,Vorsteiner Decklid,OEM Aero LipRIP9/8/06-12/11/07 Gone but never forgotten
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TiAg335i Trance Life 315 Rep 4,706 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (4)	They put flex additive in the bumpers so they can maintain torsional flexibility in accidents/bumps and other stressors. It makes the paint much softer than your aluminum panels.
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