- Apr 12, 2006
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A car was too close behind me the other day, stopped in traffic. It decided to change lanes and contacted and compressed the rear corner of my bumper. I heard the bumper pop.
The car is a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The plastic surface layer of the bumper has been taken off but the bumper is resilient and popped back out and resumed its original shape. Damage appears negligible and my first thought is not to file a claim for bumper replacement. The bumper still looks good and is firmly connected in place, not loose anywhere along the edges.
What I am concerned with is the integrity of the compressible material under the bumper's surface. Is the bumper now permanently damaged and requires replacement, or is it still good for further protective bumping activity?
If I take it to a garage, they would argue for replacement because of the insurance money. But I do not wish to replace it if unnecessary.
I plan to be out this weekend, will return Sunday night. Thank you for any replies.
The car is a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The plastic surface layer of the bumper has been taken off but the bumper is resilient and popped back out and resumed its original shape. Damage appears negligible and my first thought is not to file a claim for bumper replacement. The bumper still looks good and is firmly connected in place, not loose anywhere along the edges.
What I am concerned with is the integrity of the compressible material under the bumper's surface. Is the bumper now permanently damaged and requires replacement, or is it still good for further protective bumping activity?
If I take it to a garage, they would argue for replacement because of the insurance money. But I do not wish to replace it if unnecessary.
I plan to be out this weekend, will return Sunday night. Thank you for any replies.
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