Is it necessary to repair bumper scratches?
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Bumper scratches can be repaired if they affect the appearance of the car body; if they do not affect the appearance, they can be left unrepaired, depending on the owner's preference. The bumper is a plastic component, and scratches can damage the paint surface, exposing the black plastic underneath, which may affect the car's aesthetics. If the bumper is scratched, it can be repaired by repainting the entire bumper at a 4S shop. The car bumper is a safety device designed to absorb and mitigate external impacts, protecting the front and rear of the car body. It consists of three parts: the outer panel, buffer material, and crossbeam. The outer panel and buffer material are made of plastic, while the crossbeam is formed from cold-rolled sheet metal pressed into a U-shaped channel. The outer panel and buffer material are attached to the crossbeam.
I often commute by car and have encountered bumper scratches. I remember once scraping against a pillar in the parking lot, leaving a small scratch on the plastic bumper. I first checked the repair shop for prices—touch-up painting would cost at least three to four hundred yuan, possibly even more. Considering this minor damage doesn’t affect driving safety or cause major issues like rust or leaks, I decided to leave it. The key is assessing the scratch depth: superficial marks are just cosmetic flaws and may fade over time; deeper scratches that chip the paint or crack the plastic should be repaired to prevent further damage. In the end, I didn’t fix it—saving the money for a full tank of gas seemed more worthwhile. For a new car or if aesthetics are a priority, it’s a different story. But for a daily commuter, why be too fussy? Evaluate the damage first—minor issues can often be ignored, saving time and money on trivial matters.
