Bumpers – Fibreglass Bumper Set
Manufactured by Figarorental.com these bumpers are made from Fibreglass. The company is run by Irish member Brendan Tighe who became frustrated about the high costs of chrome bumpers and went about manufacturing a replacement set from a cheaper material like fibreglass. Part of the cost-saving has been achieved by creating the front bumper with streamlined corners. Where there was before 6 parts required (front, rear, 2 x left, 2x right corners) you only now have two (front/back).
Finished in WK3 (wing mirror colour) the bumpers are finished with a top coat of gel coat so he claims will not fade. Other benefits included that they are repairable, replaceable, colour changeable and easy to install. No rust issues ever again. Of course, if you go for this option you are moving away from the original design and DNA of the car with the chrome trim playing a major role but if money’s tight and you like the look of the white bumpers it may be this could be a great lower-cost option, especially if you decide to paint the rear light surrounds the same colour!
1 x Front Bumper / 1 x Rear Bumper
CAN I BUY INDIVIDUAL BUMPERS
No, at the moment this is not possible.
WHAT IS THE COST OF THE KIT
The kit is priced at 450 Euros plus postage and packing.
HOW DO I ORDER
Contact Brendan Tighe at Figarorental.com
Email: brendanjtighe@gmail.com
EXCLAIMER: The Figaro Owners Club has not fitted or seen these in the flesh so cannot comment on the quality. Also, we recommend checking with your local regulator regarding any laws that may be in place concerning changing the car bumper from metal to fiberglass.
ABOUT YOUR EXISTING NISSAN BUMPERS (AND WHY THEY DON’T LAST)
The bumpers fitted and sold by Nissan are manufactured from mild steel and coated with chrome plating to protect them. The reason why they rust so easily is that the chrome plating is only applied to the external area of the bumper (to save money). The inside has a think coat of black paint which even after a short time will start to rust due to water retention and dampness. Then the rust will work its way towards the surface of the outside creating a bubble in the chrome which and up falling off and exposing the unprotected metal to rust.
