ady2k5 Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Hello allI know its a bit of a stupid question, but is it ok to drive a car without a rear bumper. I do have the rear bumper but due to some hairline cracks would like to get it in for a respray. However i am very reluntant to leave my car a bodyshop for a couple of days. Therefore was wondering if i take it to the bodyshop, they can take the bumper off and i'll take the car back home and then bring it back once the bumper has been resprayed. Although i may need to take the car to work and back which is 10 miles each way.However on the same topic how long would a respray take, i've been told that i need to leave the bumper for a couple of days. However i've also seen adverts my mobile repairers that come out to your car, respray the bumper in their van and then just fit it back on all in around 3 hours. Any info much appreciated. Thank Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bucketep91 Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 the mobile guys would be a fortune, you cant drive without a rear bumper tho. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Just act dumb if you get pulled and say it must of fell off Im sure you'd be OK for a few days.Front bumper no, although I had my bumper off and took it for a drive with a big ass intercooler and air filter hanging out the front Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TrisK Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 ive driven to and from the garage with no front bumper.just dont get stopped haha Quote Link to post Share on other sites
miib14 Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 just hang the plates on the front and drive lol...or do this in the mean time (just make sure it dont get wet.) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BigMan Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 ohhh look, buzz lighter has a car!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
_shaun_ Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 i always assumed u couldnt but theres been an old bmw driving round for couple months with no back bumper and ive seen police watch it go by and do nothing Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ady2k5 Posted March 15, 2011 Author Share Posted March 15, 2011 Thanks for all the repliesAnyone have a pic of the rear of a glanza minus the bumper. Just wondering how it would look?Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ryan lang Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 fugly, ive driven around with no bonnet, although it was only about 5 minutes each way, got some dodgy looks though haha Quote Link to post Share on other sites
_shaun_ Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 look on idrees build thread Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LukeSR Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 As long as there is no sharp projections you should be ok.."Body ConditionThis part of the examination applies to all vehicles 4. Examine the bodywork for excessive corrosion or damage resulting in sharp edges which are likely to cause injury. Reasons for rejection: A sharp edge or projection, caused by corrosion or damage, which renders the vehicle dangerous to other road users including pedestrians." Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lee_EP82 Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Yes i phoned the police before while i was spraying my bumper and said i need the car for work so was desperate.They told me aslong as theres no sharp edges and the number plate is at the furthest front part of the car i should be ok but traffic cops will stop you like. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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