Is it necessary to repair a scratched front lip?
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Generally, minor scratches on the paint surface are at the top layer of the clear coat and can be repaired with waxing and polishing. For slightly larger scratches, a touch-up pen can be used as an emergency solution. Here is some relevant information: 1. Applying for modification registration: Installing a front lip on a car is considered a modification that alters the vehicle's appearance, requiring registration changes at the vehicle management office. To apply for changes to the car's body color, replacement of the body or frame, you should fill out the 'Vehicle Modification Registration Application Form' and submit the required legal documents and certificates. The vehicle management office should decide whether to approve or reject the modification within one day of receiving the application. If approved, the vehicle owner must present the car for inspection at the vehicle management office within ten days after the modification. 2. Location: The front lip of a car is located in front of the bumper, reducing airflow under the car and minimizing the lift caused by air movement beneath the vehicle.
As a car owner who frequently drives around, I believe whether to repair a scratched front lip depends on the specific situation. If it's just a minor scratch that hasn't damaged the primer, there's no need to rush for repairs. Just use a touch-up pen to cover it, saving both time and money. The front lip area is prone to bumps and scratches, and my car often falls victim to them. As long as it doesn't affect driving safety or expose the chassis, leaving it for a while won't cause rust. However, if the scratch is deep enough to expose metal or the plastic is deformed, it should be addressed promptly. Over time, water and dust can enter, accelerating aging and making repairs more troublesome. Since I often park on the roadside, minor scrapes are inevitable, so I make it a habit to inspect regularly. Small issues can accumulate, making the car look unpleasant and depreciating its value. If you want to keep your car neat or get a better price when selling it, timely touch-ups and applying a rust-proof layer are advisable. After all, the car's appearance can affect your daily driving mood—it's quite annoying to glance down and see a damaged front lip while driving. In short, minor scratches can be left alone, but serious ones are better off repaired. Spending a few hundred bucks for peace of mind is worth it.
