Does the Original Factory Bumper Come Painted?
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Original factory bumpers do not come painted when they leave the factory. This is mainly due to the following considerations: Here are some additional details: 1. Paint Damage: If the bumpers were painted before shipping, the paint could get damaged during transportation, requiring a repaint. 2. Color Mismatch: If the original bumper comes painted, but the vehicle has been used for some time, there might be a color mismatch compared to the factory paint. 3. Customizable Painting: If original bumpers came painted, repair shops would need to stock different colors of paint due to the wide variety of car body colors, leading to significant inventory pressure. Without pre-painting, the bumper can be painted according to the vehicle's body color as needed.
The original factory bumper usually comes with a layer of primer when it leaves the factory, just like the basic protective coating on the car body. However, this primer is gray and does not have the topcoat in the vehicle's color. During the car manufacturing process, bumpers are produced and transported separately. To avoid scratches or contamination before assembly, the factory retains the primer and applies the final paint later. This means that when a new car leaves the factory, the bumper is definitely painted to match the vehicle's color. However, if you purchase an original replacement bumper as a spare part, the one you receive will likely only have the primer, appearing gray and unfinished, without the topcoat color. In this case, you will need to take it to a repair shop or paint it yourself to ensure it perfectly matches the rest of the car. Remember, the primer only provides rust protection—without the topcoat, it not only looks unattractive but also tends to accumulate dust and rust, affecting the vehicle's lifespan. It's best to ensure professional painting before installation to avoid issues like color mismatch or peeling paint.
