Can the Passat side skirts be replaced with new ones?

[MelanieMarie]

The Passat side skirts can be replaced with new ones. They can also be repaired. It is recommended not to replace them if possible, as repairing is preferable. Replacement involves cutting the vehicle, which can significantly depreciate its value when selling. Car Side Skirts: These are the skirt panels installed on both sides of the vehicle body. When the car is driving at high speeds, they can reduce air resistance, functioning similarly to an air dam by minimizing airflow entering the underside of the car. They also provide some aerodynamic effects, significantly reducing air resistance under certain conditions. Materials of Car Side Skirts: Generally, they can be categorized into three types: steel plate integrated stamping, engineering plastic, and aluminum alloy integrated stamping. Among these, steel plate integrated stamping and aluminum alloy integrated stamping cannot be detached separately and require sheet metal cutting since they are integrated with the vehicle body. On the other hand, engineering plastic side skirts can be detached individually, as they are mainly connected to the vehicle body via screws and clips, making them detachable. The specific material used depends on the vehicle model.