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How hard to replace rear bumper fascia?

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Old 02-21-2009 | 07:44 AM
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How hard to replace rear bumper fascia?

Anyone ever replaced the rear bumper fascia on a 2nd gen Mini? It doesn't appear to be too complicated to my untrained eye.

Current bumper is cracked and "spider-webbed" from a recent light hit. Did not see any damage to the metal bumper or foam underneath.
 
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Old 02-21-2009 | 12:36 PM
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Check out the Minidomore website for their trailer hitch. Removing the bumper cover is part of the install and they provide instructions.
 
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Old 02-21-2009 | 01:39 PM
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It's 4 bolts plus 2 clips that connect the rear valence to the 2 rear wheel arches. Not hard.
 
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Old 02-22-2009 | 08:33 AM
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OK, doesn't look to bad after all, per the instructions mentioned on the Minidomore site.

Thanks, guys!
 
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Old 05-21-2009 | 10:36 PM
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Gold Brix Have you done this yet i am thinking about it. I have a new rear bumper face to put on since i scratched mine up.
 
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Old 05-22-2009 | 03:26 PM
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From: Your Worst Nightmare :)
Originally Posted by Gold Brix
Anyone ever replaced the rear bumper fascia on a 2nd gen Mini? It doesn't appear to be too complicated to my untrained eye.

Current bumper is cracked and "spider-webbed" from a recent light hit. Did not see any damage to the metal bumper or foam underneath.
Bumper covers dont cost that much, you'd keep the black plastic trim, it's just getting it painted to match yr car. Tip: find out where yr dealer sends cars for JCW body kit fitment, maybe they'll have a stock rear B cover or three lying around. That's how I replaced the damaged rbc on my 2005 S.
 
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