Should I repaint if the front bumper is slightly scratched?
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First, check whether the paint is severely scratched and confirm if it's actually scratched off. Sometimes, the paint isn't scratched off, but there might be something else stuck on it. In such cases, simply use some cleaner or coarse wax for a quick treatment. If the paint is scratched but the scratch isn't severe and the primer isn't exposed, polishing or using coarse wax for a simple treatment will suffice. If the bumper is cracked, it can be repaired. Below is some related information on repairing cracks: 1. Large cracks: Not recommended for repair, as even if it can be patched, it's difficult to ensure its buffering effect. In such cases, replacing the bumper with a new one is necessary. 2. Function of car bumpers: Car bumpers (impact beams), located in most areas at the front and rear of the vehicle, are designed to prevent external damage from affecting the vehicle's safety systems and have the ability to reduce injuries to passengers during high-speed collisions.
It really depends on how much you care about your car's appearance! Scratches on plastic bumpers don't affect safety. As long as it's not large scratches exposing the black primer, I usually just use scratch wax to buff it out. My old Sagitar had a scratch about the size of a fingernail on the front bumper, so I bought a matching touch-up pen for fifteen yuan and dabbed it on myself. Now you can't even notice it unless you look closely. If it's a new car or you're particularly meticulous, getting a local respray at an auto repair shop costs only about three to four hundred yuan. There's no need to repaint the entire bumper—it's expensive and requires disassembly. Remember, plastic parts don't rust, so touch-ups are purely for aesthetics. Just decide how much you're willing to spend.
