View Full Version : What u guys think of the rear bump applique


Aquakeeper
12-24-2004, 06:10 AM
Thinking of adding this to my PW xB....I think it will add a small bit of detail to my box. I am trying to stick with mostly white and black items for the car. White rims, white spoiler, black taillights, white lettering on windows, ect......

Good idea or too tacky? I may add some custom black pinstripping on the sides down the road.

http://itadvisorygroup.com/deland/sapro/scion-bumper.jpg

TJandBOXCARWILLIE
12-24-2004, 06:23 AM
I like it and have it.

Mark1
12-24-2004, 06:42 AM
I have it but dont like it.

I only got it because my wife is short and needs to take in and out a baby stroler. I thought it would hide the scratches as long as possable.

KevinxB
12-24-2004, 06:54 AM
I originally wanted one but got my xB without it. It looks good on that PW, I say go for it.

TOAST3R
12-24-2004, 07:03 AM
i think its ugly, looks like a shower antislip mat

i wish scion would have done more styles than just one.

i like this style better
http://scionsport.com/store/images/bB-rear-chrome-plate.jpg

FLY_SCI
12-24-2004, 07:10 AM
If your intention is to only prevent scratching on your bumper as you move items in and out of your cargo area, Scion has a mat that has an extended piece that pulls out to protect the bumper when needed. If you are just concerned about minmizing incidental contact scratches back there, the applique is more than sufficient.

I have one of the appliques on my BSP and I was surprised on delivery that this item was not more like a piece of thicker rubber applied to the bumper to absorb some of possible damage.

My humble opinion...

hotbox05
12-24-2004, 12:31 PM
imo it is a waste of money because i think it is both ugly and kinda non-functional. if you like the look go with it or if u honestly believe it may help in the prevention/hiding of scratches go for it. if you dont really know the answer to either of those forget about it.

Munch
12-24-2004, 12:33 PM
If your intention is to only prevent scratching on your bumper as you move items in and out of your cargo area, Scion has a mat that has an extended piece that pulls out to protect the bumper when needed. If you are just concerned about minmizing incidental contact scratches back there, the applique is more than sufficient.

I have one of the appliques on my BSP and I was surprised on delivery that this item was not more like a piece of thicker rubber applied to the bumper to absorb some of possible damage.

My humble opinion...
Very nice points and I agree 8)

camoboXb
12-24-2004, 12:45 PM
+: it has definitely saved my bumper from a few nicks and scratches.
- : it collects dirt pretty easily

Old_Punk
12-24-2004, 01:26 PM
it collects dirt pretty easily

That's why I didn't get it. I looked at all those holes and imagined trying to clean crud from the edge of each one.

CBSIMONSEZ
12-24-2004, 01:56 PM
Those little holes get filled with crap ... dirt, wax and the like.

Toyota/Scion makes a rear cargo liner. Its not a mat, and is water proof. It has a flap that pulls out and covers the rear bumper. Considering all the sutff i have moved in and out of my box, there are no scratches on my bumper. I purchased it on Ebay for $70 bucks.

Craig_X1
12-24-2004, 05:09 PM
I wouldn't get it, just get some clear vinyl or something like that for the scratch protection with no problems cleaning around it.

stupidriver
12-24-2004, 05:40 PM
I would get it. Why not?

stupidriver
12-24-2004, 05:41 PM
I would get it. Why not?