Is it better to replace or repaint a scratched bumper on a new car?

[LeSophie]

Whether to replace or repaint a scratched bumper on a new car mainly depends on how the insurance company assesses the damage. Here are the relevant details: 1. Introduction to repainting: Repainting at an authorized dealership requires 9 procedures, and the car paint color is formulated by computer. Although it's computer-matched, due to different painting conditions and environments, it's impossible to achieve an exact match with the original car paint, but it will be very close. Even if there is a color difference, it's very subtle and hard to detect with the naked eye. However, repair shops outside of dealerships have different standards, procedures, and materials, so the color difference will be more noticeable, especially with white paint. 2. Function of the bumper: The car bumper (anti-collision beam) is located at the front and rear of the car. It is designed to prevent damage to the vehicle's safety system from external impacts and has the ability to reduce injuries to passengers during high-speed collisions. Nowadays, more and more bumpers are designed for pedestrian protection. The car bumper is a safety device that absorbs and mitigates external impacts, protecting the front and rear of the vehicle body.