What should I do about this scratch? - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

HeartbeaT91 · 02-14-2016, 02:38 AM

Hey guys! Just purchased a '13 CPO BRZ last week.

It's my first manual, so I'm still learning and I'm having a lot of fun. However, I noticed that I had a scratch in front of the car 2 days ago. My parking space has a wall in the front of the car, so I don't think anyone could've ran into me.
Nor do I remember running into a car? Not sure how exactly that's been there.

Perhaps it was always there - I should've taken pics at the dealer before buying it haha.

Either way - Do you guys think it's something to replace the bumper for to fix it? What happens if i leave it? Will it rust? I'd appreciate all kinds of advice.

Rio · 02-14-2016, 03:17 AM

The bumper is palstic and will not rust. Unless you are going to prep the car for shows start getting used to little scratches. It's part of vehicle ownership :-)

soulreapersteve · 02-14-2016, 08:45 AM

Touch up paint + tooth pick + hair dryer on lowest setting. Dont forget the clear coat pen!

But yeah, dont worry about chips and scratches since there will be lots coming in the future. I only care about the parts that will rust.

HeartbeaT91 · 02-14-2016, 01:23 PM

Thanks a lot for your comments!

Which parts DO rust then?

HeartbeaT91 · 02-14-2016, 01:23 PM

Thanks a lot for your comments!

Which parts DO rust then?

Rio · 02-14-2016, 01:27 PM

Every other body part but the bumpers.

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Ultramaroon · 02-14-2016, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rio

Every other body part but the bumpers.

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lol ^^this^^ If a magnet sticks, it will rust. If you want to experiment, I suggest a fridge magnet so it doesn't scratch anything.

I learned from a neighbor how to inspect for body filler on a used vehicle. He wrapped a magnet in a hand towel and just tapped all over the suspect areas. It works beautifully.

gtslow · 02-14-2016, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rio

Every other body part but the bumpers.

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Hood won't rust since it's aluminum.

02-14-2016, 02:38 AM	#1
HeartbeaT91 Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Drives: 2013 Sterling Silver BRZ Limited Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 41 Thanks: 3 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	What should I do about this scratch? Hey guys! Just purchased a '13 CPO BRZ last week. It's my first manual, so I'm still learning and I'm having a lot of fun. However, I noticed that I had a scratch in front of the car 2 days ago. My parking space has a wall in the front of the car, so I don't think anyone could've ran into me. Nor do I remember running into a car? Not sure how exactly that's been there. Perhaps it was always there - I should've taken pics at the dealer before buying it haha. Either way - Do you guys think it's something to replace the bumper for to fix it? What happens if i leave it? Will it rust? I'd appreciate all kinds of advice.

02-14-2016, 03:17 AM	#2
Rio Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Drives: 2014 Scion FR-S ハチ Location: Portland, OR Posts: 1,048 Thanks: 744 Thanked 390 Times in 241 Posts Mentioned: 131 Post(s)	The bumper is palstic and will not rust. Unless you are going to prep the car for shows start getting used to little scratches. It's part of vehicle ownership :-) __________________

02-14-2016, 01:27 PM	#6
Rio Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Drives: 2014 Scion FR-S ハチ Location: Portland, OR Posts: 1,048 Thanks: 744 Thanked 390 Times in 241 Posts Mentioned: 131 Post(s)	Every other body part but the bumpers. Sent from my SM-G925F using Tapatalk __________________

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