I'd like to get a cover for the horizontal surface on the rear bumper to help prevent scratches while loading and unloading stuff. Here's a pic of what I'm talking about on a Legacy - it's the black plastic thingy on the bumper:



Anyone know where to get something like that?

 

Mine's protected by clear 3M film. It was included when I had my clear bra installed. Can't see it unless you're looking for it. In this picture you can just see the curved edge of it under the tail light:

 

nice, I may go that route.

 

When I had the clear bra installed, I also asked the installer to put a protective cover over the top of the rear bumper. If you want to do it yourself, they do sell them uncut. Since the bumper is fairly flat, it wouldn't be too hard to DIY.

 

Ya when i got my clear bra installed the guy game me some left overs and i been meaning to install it on the rear bumper but then i hardly ever use it so havent gotten to it yet.. maybe i'll do it tomorrow hehe

 

I've actually got some laying around here. I'll probably do the top of the bumper and the handle for the hatch latch.

 

This piece is offered pre-cut from InvincaShield. $16, part #12 . That particular surface is smooth and flat, so installation yourself should not be too much of a problem.

Also, when I got my clear bra done, I asked the company to cut me a pattern for the rearward-facing portion of the bumper as well. Won't stop nicks, but helps for those instances when someone nudges into you when parallel parking. The piece was designed for free - other companies wanted to charge extra for the design, or send in my bumper for measurements AND charge me extra. Anyways, the piece I requested is now listed on their site for anyone else to purchase (part #13 ). So, if you have any other custom ideas, talk to them and they'll work it out with you.

 

They make one for the Lexus RX that may work. It's a thin rubber matt that sticks on to the bumper.

 

Nice reference, thanks! Do you think that #13 will cover the PDC?

PS: Mini offers a blk plastic piece for the loading/unloading bumper surface too, it is in the accessories catalog page 33, listed as $40 srp.

 

It definitely will, since I don't have the PDC option and didn't ask for the template to allow for them. I'm sure if you let them know, they'll design some cutouts to allow for the sensors to pop thru, or perhaps your installer could just hand cut them out once the film is applied.

 

There is now a MINI produced, dealer-installed protector.

Part #82 11 0 393 995. $40.00 plus installation.

Graham

 

Perhaps they will start making it anyway since all the 'verts have the PDC. I don't think I'd want the film cut while on the car - even if the installer is great the risk of messing up would concern me.

 

Here's a pic of that part #:

82 11 0 393 995



And the associated article on motoringfile.com

http://www.motoringfile.com/2005/02/...per_protection

 

Purchased from the dealer this year.

 

Wow I like this rear black bumper protector......... Got to get one.

 

Received the MINI black strip as a birthday gift. It is pretty cool - same texture as the wheel arches with the word MINI on it. The box says there are installation instructions available from the "EPC-CD" or the Aftersales Assistance Portal. Does anyone know how to access these and print them out? Thanks

 

I just got mine and installed it today.

It took 3 minutes people.

You should have gotten a plastic squeegee tool and a bag of green soap with you part.

All the instructions said was to make sure the surface was free of any kind of dirt, wax, or polish.....then mix the green soap with some water and put it in a spray bottle. I used about a cup or so of water.

Then you spray the bumper down....peel off the backing for the bumper protector, and spray the sticky side of it and apply to the bumper. Then you smooth it out with your hands and use the squeegee tool to move any extra water out from underneath the strip....

I will have to get pics tomorrow....Looks AWESOME...and yes it is thin, but once it is installed it is great!

 

Here is the MINI one on the Car:





As you can see it isnt very out of the ordinary looking

 

LordoftheFlies: Thanks for the install info. Does the piece extend beyond the top depression in the bumper (about 3/8")? Seems unusual it extends beyond the upper bumper "depression." That does hide one more scratch on our car, however.

 

I got one that's chromed, with 3M tape...easy install...from Moss. Dresses up the rear and goes well with the hatch handle.

 

Images from my install.

Notice that the strip does not exactly fit the stock bumper on my '04 CMS, nor did it fit the aero kit bumper from an '05.

Initially I thought it would look worse than it did because it was so thin...but after 2.5 minutes and taking a step back, I was super happy with the way it came out.

Install could *not* have been easier. All you need is a spray bottle and one cup of water!





















And a nice sunset in Brooklyn.

 

Thanks - the close-up photos answered all of my questions. Nice taillights and sunset.

 

You can get the instructions for this and just about any other BMW/MINI accessory by asking the guys at your local dealer's parts desk. They should be able to pull up and print the instructions for you.

 

Nice SUB, must really SHAKE the car up !!!!

 

I am running 350W to it + the 50W per channel on my other speakers....But it's not too crazy.....I like crisp, clean sound....