Hi guys! I'm in the process a finalizing a new vehicle purchase. The dealer has finally been able to locate one that meets my specs, but it'll have to be transferred from a dealer in an adjacent state (Ohio) which requires both front and rear license plates. We're still trying to find out if the vehicle already has a front plate mount installed, but if it does, I wanted to get some input from you on options for plugging the two holes.
The dealer says they can remove the mount and insert a couple of black plugs. This is unlikely to be acceptable to me given that the vehicle is silver.
Another option is to have the dealer's body shop remove the bumper, fill the holes, sand, buff, and paint for a cost of $500. (If I accept this particular vehicle knowing that it has the holes, I've already factored that cost into the deal, so the cost isn't a big concern.)
Are there any DIY options that produce good results?
Taking it to an independent body shop and seeing if they can do a quality job for less money is also a possibility, which will leave a little extra money in my pocket. But my primary concern/focus is it being done right and looking perfect, meaning that it's not even noticeable.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts!
The dealer says they can remove the mount and insert a couple of black plugs. This is unlikely to be acceptable to me given that the vehicle is silver.
Another option is to have the dealer's body shop remove the bumper, fill the holes, sand, buff, and paint for a cost of $500. (If I accept this particular vehicle knowing that it has the holes, I've already factored that cost into the deal, so the cost isn't a big concern.)
Are there any DIY options that produce good results?
Taking it to an independent body shop and seeing if they can do a quality job for less money is also a possibility, which will leave a little extra money in my pocket. But my primary concern/focus is it being done right and looking perfect, meaning that it's not even noticeable.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts!
