Okay so i just got my car back from the body shop because it was being repaired (i got rearended) anyways you know how on the rear bumper it says scion in a cool holographic sorta way? Well that's not longer there when the put the new bumper on and the guy at the body shop thinks i'm crazy. This does really exist right? Someone back me up plz!

 

if it said scion then it might be the protective sticker that goes on the bumper like how the BB plate goes on the xB. If thats what your talking about

 

yes...that's it

 

Yup, thats the protective urethane sticker you can get from the accessory counter for $35.00.

 

i didnt know about this... sounds cool someone explain

 

The sticker in mention is made out of a tough polyurethane film. It's self adhesive and has a "Scion" logo centered on the applique which is very light so it doesn't stick out like a sore thumb. Its primary use is to prevent damage to the paint on the bumper when loading things in and out of the hatch. Think of it as a clearbra or Rockblocker style of material.

You can pick these up at your local scion parts counter/ accessory store for about $58.00 not including tax. It can be easily installed by yourself. ( you can also get this item from scionsport.com for $39.00 plus S&H)

Check the exterior accessory section of Scion.com or Scionsport.com

 

lol. i didn't know that was available for scions. i would have thought you were crazy too.

 

Huh. I had no idea that you could get that. Now something to get for my xA.

 

Oh, and does anyone have any PICS of this?

 

you guys said it all, true, that is what it is

 

I have one of these rear bumper protectors on order. I will post a few pics of it when it comes in for your viewing enjoyment.

 

I'll probably need the pix. Stupid (Scion, yes Scion) dealer has no idea what i'm talking about. GRRR!!

 

I'd also like to see pics of this...

 

It will be a few days for my order to come in from Scionsport. So hopefully next weekend guys.

 

Yay!! They got mine in at the dealer...I have to take the car in tomorrow or Wednesday for an hour and they'll put it on.

 

I'm wondering now what sticker *I* have on my car. I have the SSM so i thought maybe the phantom logo just didnt show up well on the silver, but...... i looked real hard, and I dont have anything other than "clear" on my rear bumper applique

 

maybe we could shed some light here for those that have questions.

The Scion dealer has what is called a 14 mil urethane rear bumper top piece that goes for $58 or so bucks that says "Scion" on it.

Then there is the 8 mil urethan film that is clear and does not say anything it.

The differences are

14 mil - would be stronger of course
It says Scion
Thicker means thicker edges which means dirt will collect easier on the lighter colors
The film doesnt have a high gloss clear coat and over time will show a yellow look to it

8 mil - The material of choice for clear bras
It is totally clear and clean
Higher gloss finish to it
Thinner edges makes it harder for dirt to collect along the edges
We can get it to for a fraction of the price that Scion sells theirs for. Cant post prices here, but you can contact us if you are interested in saving the rear bumper.

Chad