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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: benjy_b on 01 October 2012, 22:22

Title: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: benjy_b on 01 October 2012, 22:22: Hey guys,

There is a chap on eBay selling US MK3 Front Bumpers.

I like the look of the side marker lights.

Are there any differences between the US and Euro Front Bumpers other than the side markers?
(The chap on eBay says there are)
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: tweed on 01 October 2012, 22:35: Splitter and side repeaters.

Link?

And ask him what they are because you don't know.
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: Screech16v on 01 October 2012, 22:38: Im sure the us version protrudes out further ,looks :cool:
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: benjy_b on 01 October 2012, 23:11: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Front-bumper-VW-Golf-MK3-Vento-US-spec-with-splitter-/271069648183?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3f1d029537&_uhb=1#ht_2168wt_984 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Front-bumper-VW-Golf-MK3-Vento-US-spec-with-splitter-/271069648183?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3f1d029537&_uhb=1#ht_2168wt_984)

So far, I can see they stick out a bit further, have side markers, a different splitter and no number plate recess.

He mentions different indicators and grilles?

I think I will fire a question over to him.
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: VR6_Wherry on 02 October 2012, 11:57: I'd be concerned that it is all one piece and could crack if you hit the splitter..
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: leigh_harty on 02 October 2012, 12:02: Quote from: VR6_Wherry on 02 October 2012, 11:57
I'd be concerned that it is all one piece and could crack if you hit the splitter..

Surely it couldn't be though....
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 02 October 2012, 12:50: Quote from: VR6_Wherry on 02 October 2012, 11:57
I'd be concerned that it is all one piece and could crack if you hit the splitter..

And for this reason "im out"
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: benjy_b on 02 October 2012, 17:47: Quote from: VR6_Wherry on 02 October 2012, 11:57
I'd be concerned that it is all one piece and could crack if you hit the splitter..

I don't think it's one piece, you can just make out a line in the centre of the splitter.
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 02 October 2012, 18:04: Moulded to look like a genuine two piece item, it quite clearly states it is a one piece bumper & splitter.
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: tweed on 02 October 2012, 18:12: Quote from: benjy_b on 02 October 2012, 17:47
Quote from: VR6_Wherry on 02 October 2012, 11:57
I'd be concerned that it is all one piece and could crack if you hit the splitter..

I don't think it's one piece, you can just make out a line in the centre of the splitter.

Clearly says "spoiler not removable"

f**k that!!!
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: berry9112 on 02 October 2012, 19:12: Theres a thread about this on ED38. The bumper is 100% one piece.
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: benjy_b on 02 October 2012, 19:22: Quote from: thai-wronghorse on 02 October 2012, 18:04
Moulded to look like a genuine two piece item, it quite clearly states it is a one piece bumper & splitter.

Quote from: tweed on 02 October 2012, 18:12

Clearly says "spoiler not removable"

f**k that!!!

Sorry boys, my eyes were painted on this afternoon :grin:
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: leigh_harty on 02 October 2012, 20:01: Could possibly split it yourself then re-attach it?

Jigsaw and some super glue and jobs a gud un'
Title: Re: Difference between US and Euro Bumpers
Post by: Gash on 02 October 2012, 20:15: i would have considered buying one if the splitter came off but for the price of a one piece which would defaintly crack im happy making my own :)