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Mine came from the factory black which is the natural color of whatever plastic they used (ABS?).
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I've used Meguires Back To Black, and Armor All treatment for tires ( I don't remember the name).
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Once it was dry, I used some or all of these products.
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Were you able to actually clean the faded grey stuff off the trim, or did you use a plastic restorer that restored the color?
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I just put a deposit down on a 2001 996 C2, as part of the deal the dealer is repainting the front bumper to take care of some spider webs and chips. When I was looking at it I noticed the plastic trim inside the openings in the lower bumper (not painted) was whitish. i originally though it was overspray of primer because the bumper had been resprayed once before. It didn't seem like weathering because the location is fairly shaded from direct sun and the discoloration was pretty even, even in areas which seem completely shaded from direct UV. Yet, I just noticed the same on the picture on another 996 that was on a BAT auction. I'm assuming this must be common.
The dealer said 'they'd take care of it' but I'm wondering if that's something that can be 'taken care of'. I was able to scrape it away pretty easily with my finger nail, so maybe a high grit sandpaper will be enough. I just don't want them to make it worse. Anyone dealt with this issue on their 996?
My car looks the same. It is weathering from age. You can live with it, remove the bumper and paint it, or simply replace it. I live with it because I'm not into a concourse type vehicle. I think it is just another patina of the car. Maybe the paint shop could mask that area off and give it a quick spray of black.
Interesting. Mine came from the factory black which is the natural color of whatever plastic they used (ABS?). I removed that piece when I had the bumper off for the rads and condensers cleaning and was prepared to repaint with SEM paint. It cleaned up so well that I just left it alone.
Any reputable paint shop should remove that piece and paint it separately.
Mine was light grey when I bought it 10 years ago. I wasn't sure if that was the proper color or not. It's not, it should be black. I had my front bumper repainted due to a minor accident and the body shop painted the insert as part of the deal. Makes a big difference. If you don't want to go through the hassle of removing the bumper, treat the rubber with one of the products recommended in some other threads. I've used Meguires Back To Black, and Armor All treatment for tires ( I don't remember the name). Both are good as are many others.
I replaced mine when I had the bumper resprayed because of rock chips. Just snaps in the bumper. Mine was still black, but pitted from rocks. Bought it for less than $200 from Pelican Parts. Just note that the manual and tip inserts are different.
https://www.pelicanparts.com/More_In...=0&SVSVSI=0915
https://www.pelicanparts.com/More_In...=0&SVSVSI=0915
I removed the plastic insert and painted it with black "bumper and trim" paint about 5 years ago, during a radiator cleaning operation. It has held up well. Still black. I don't remember the brand, but I got it at Pep Boys or some automotive supply place.
The grille inserts lose their original finish over time. Originally they were painted a dark grey. If properly masked off, they can be painted on the car. Otherwise, remove the bumper cover to remove them.
Looks great! What did you use to clean it? Were you able to actually clean the faded grey stuff off the trim, or did you use a plastic restorer that restored the color?
I used soapy water and then let it dry. Once it was dry, I used some or all of these products. I don't think there's anything magical about them but I've been using them for a million years with good results. I'm always open to try new stuff though if someone has a suggestion.
I can't give you any advice on dealing with the faded gray because mine is still flat black as when it left the factory. The car has been in San Diego its whole life and always garaged. Maybe that has something to with why I don't have any fading.
Thanks for sharing. I haven't seen these 1Z products, but the 1z stuff below below is "magic" for restoring the suppleness of rubber door seals.
(for rubber door seals --
not
for plastic bumper trim)
lol, It looks like 1Z has a new marketing director. I also use Gummi Pflege Stift but mine is in the old, boring packaging.
I hope they upgraded the foam applicator part too and not just the label.
Have also used this with great success on my convertible top and on my hardtop seals. When I bought the car both the soft top and the hard top squeaked and made other noises to the point that the car was unpleasant to drive. After several applications of the Gummi Pflege the soft top is much quieter over bumps (the roads suck in Ohio). Just reinstalled the hard top and it is much better too, but will require more applications before it goes on for the whole winter.
Daryll
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