Aftermarket trunk paint costs

KMIII · 04-25-2012, 04:32 PM

How much did it cost you guys to paint your aftermarket trunks? I am being quoted 500+ to just paint space gray to match my car. Just wondering if that's normal?

THE TECH · 04-25-2012, 04:35 PM

It's high but to be honest, I was raped for even more when I had mine done.

kaiv · 04-25-2012, 06:05 PM

From my experience that is a good price for a quality job.

I know of some places that paint bumpers/trunks for $100 and let's just say you get what you pay for.

I didn't want to cheap out for my E90 and went to the most reputable shop I could find in my area (Chapparone for you locals). Paid exactly $500 to have my OE LCI trunk painted and couldn't be happier. The match is perfect and quality OE or better.

So if I was you I'd do some research, read reviews, ask around and if the shop checks out you should get your money's worth.

signes · 04-25-2012, 11:48 PM

Unfortunately sounds about right for a good shop.

JZBDCT · 04-26-2012, 10:36 AM

I paid $600 for my vorsteiner with paint match and install.

Nate@IND · 04-26-2012, 10:38 AM

We charge around $350-$400.00 for M3post members but retail is $500.00-$550.00.

signes · 04-26-2012, 12:05 PM

Nate, how much do you charge for a bumper?

Nate@IND · 04-26-2012, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by signes

Nate, how much do you charge for a bumper?

For OEM we charge $375.00-$400.00.

signes · 04-26-2012, 02:54 PM

Great, thanks. Will be in Chicago this summer, looking forward to coming in to see your shop.

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kaiv IG: limited.slip 332 Rep 1,918 Posts Drives: E46 M3 in a 325i Touring body! Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (31)	From my experience that is a good price for a quality job. I know of some places that paint bumpers/trunks for $100 and let's just say you get what you pay for. I didn't want to cheap out for my E90 and went to the most reputable shop I could find in my area (Chapparone for you locals). Paid exactly $500 to have my OE LCI trunk painted and couldn't be happier. The match is perfect and quality OE or better. So if I was you I'd do some research, read reviews, ask around and if the shop checks out you should get your money's worth.
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