noblemom

While unloading a suitcase, I scratched my rear bumper sill. It is noticeable when the rear door is closed. Any advice on what to do? I saw there is a film I could purchase, but I'm guessing you would still see the scratch. Ideally I'd like a solution that would cover my scratch and prevent future ones. My car is white.

iconoclast

Post a photo of the scratch so the paint pros on here can take a look at it...

Installing "ClearBra" after it is scratched is like taking birth control after you're pregnant. The scratch has to be repaired if possible then a protective film installed afterward. The P/N for the OEM film is 4M0061197.

The other possible solution is the protective trim/cover:

noblemom

LOL - too funny. I will post a photo in the daylight when you can see it better.

Where can I find the protective trim/cover in that photo? I think that's just what I want/need. Thank you!

vboolcha

Is the protective film something you can install yourself. The part only costs $60, but if you order your car with it then it costs $200.

diffuser

I suggest clear bra-ing the whole bumper.
I had the little film installed and I don't think it's enough coverage.

That will be my round 2 of clear bra installation. I had the whole front end and whole hood clear bra-ed.

iconoclast

They're all over eBay however those are not OEM. I do not know if there is an OEM part, at least I have not seen in it in the NAR catalog.

Yes. I have done it on other vehicles I have owned. If you're not comfortable doing this yourself then do not purchase the film and go to a shop and just have the top half or the entire bumper done.

Unfortunately there isn't a protective film thick enough to protect against undiscerning parallel parkers. It winds up looking worse, almost worse than the bumper acne you see many street parked cars riddled with.

Ink17Q7

This is the one I was looking at purchasing.2016+ Audi Q7 MKII (4M) - Stainless Steel Rear Bumper Protector ? Zava International Corp

noblemom

Thank you all for the replies. I've ordered the stainless steel one from Zava International.

bkafrick

Please report back on your success and photos!

Cadx6

+1
Definitely would like to see how this looks on Glacier White .