Anyone used Replikit?

[Craigo]

Hi guys,

I need to buy a Border front bumper after a dog ran out in front of my car
last month destroying my OEM part.

I cant seem to source an original and so the only option i have is a copy. There are options such as IBK and eBay but i've also read about Replikit and the fact they make their own moulds etc...

Anybody used them, or could recommend an alternative?

Cheers
Craig[/b]

[craig]

I've had both a Veilside rear bumper and spoiler off them. Both needed no modification to fit and dropped straight on the car.

[toxo]

Replikit are a paid up trader on IMOC - see http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/viewforum.php?f=78

I'm sure they recently updated their terms having moved all production to the UK to guarantee fitment, or something like that.

[Ryan S]

Replikit are a paid up trader on IMOC - see http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/viewforum.php?f=78

I'm sure they recently updated their terms having moved all production to the UK to guarantee fitment, or something like that.

yeah that's right, they now garauntee fitment

[michael]

Warranty No warranty is available. Items are supplied 'as is' and come with no guarantee unless stated. Fitting these parts to you car may void it's warranty. Replikit. Ltd accepts no liability for damage to your car caused by any of these parts. Returns Goods must be inspected upon arrival. If there is any indication of damage the package must be rejected and Replikit.Ltd notified immediately. No returns unless goods found to be faulty or dont fit your car through our error (ie, if we send the wrong part to you). If you order the wrong part for your car then no return is accepted. Ensure you order the correct part. If the part sent to you is the wrong part because of our error or if the part is damaged when delivered we can offer a refund, replacement or credit. Returns will only be accepted if goods are in new, unused condition and in original packaging. Postage/shipping will not be refunded unless stated

All returns are subject to a 20% restocking fee which we need to charge to offset the cost of our order processing. All claims for returns must be made on the day of receiving the product. No late returns or claims. Any insurance claims will take up to 30 days to be completed. There are NO EXEPTIONS on these terms. By purchasing any item from Replikit. Ltd you agree to these specific terms.

Terms and Conditions for the Supply of Body Kits Body kit installation should only be performed by a qualified professional with experience installing custom fibreglass body kits. Some body kits may require modification for proper fitment. Sanding, filling, and other pre-painting preparation may also be necessary. Be sure to pre-fit all body kits before painting. Some body kits are intended for off-road/show/race use only and may require altering or removing factory bumper reinforcements. The buyer fully understands the risks associated with such modifications and will not hold Replikit. Ltd responsible for any damages resulting from the use of these products.

11. Fitment Guarantee. We offer this guarantee only if the parts are fitted by a Replikit approved bodyshop or by Replikit. For a list of approved bodyshops please contact us.

So they assure you the items will fit and warranty this... but if you test fit you risk invalidating the warranty and as the item would no longer be "unused" you may not be able to return it.

Just be very careful to read all the terms and conditions fully and if you aren't happy with something get it in writing from them before you spend any money.

[alan wheeldon]

We have had problems with getting the right Border front bumpers so I suggest your best bet is to go to the business in question and actually look at the product to see what you think.

pay particular attention to the side light area as this is a problem in some copy border bumpers.

Im going to try and visit a company called SC Bodykits to have a look at one http://www.sportscarbodykits.co.uk

Your best bet is an original border bumper but I have been looking for over a year now with no such luck

[Steve-O 2007]

Realy you want a genuine one.

On replica look out for -

Side Light fitment (especially drivers side)
Top section, some are all wobbly / uneven
Wheel arch mounting points, some are missing eg on one side but not the other

theres other stuff as well

Genuine goes right on no problem and has all the proper mounting points like the standard bumper, Replica border bumper requires you to drill all the holes etc

Oh Im onto my 2nd Genuine Border bumper, Smashed one up in a crash and luckilly managed to get hold of another a week or 2 after the accident LOL, I think I was VERY LUCKY to find that

[Ryan S]

Realy you want a genuine one.

On replica look out for -

Side Light fitment (especially drivers side)
Top section, some are all wobbly / uneven
Wheel arch mounting points, some are missing eg on one side but not the other

theres other stuff as well

Genuine goes right on no problem and has all the proper mounting points like the standard bumper, Replica border bumper requires you to drill all the holes etc

Oh Im onto my 2nd Genuine Border bumper, Smashed one up in a crash and luckilly managed to get hold of another a week or 2 after the accident LOL, I think I was VERY LUCKY to find that

yeah but i think the price has a lot to do with it, if i fit a copy to my car then smash it, then fit another copy then smash that ine, then fit another copy, it still won't add up to as much as a single genuine one, including painting it(i can do this myself, i know it may be costly for others)

how much has 2 genuine border front ends cost you???

i'd much rather have a copy a a tenth of the price even if it does require a bit of fettling, obviously if a used one appeared cheap enough i'd rather have it, but even used you still pay around 400 for them

it's silly money!!!

[Signori]

Heyyy, i bought my border front bumper from replikit. The bodyshop had afew problems getting it to fit but got it done in the end.
You will need to ditch your fog lights if you have them in order to make it fit.
Here's a pic of mine


EDIT, o yeh, as steve o said, the side light fitment is abit dodgy, i had to sand it down abit to get the side lights to fit properly

[Steve-O 2007]

how much has 2 genuine border front ends cost you???

!!

1st one was already on the car
2nd one I bought damaged off GTSChris for about £170 (Bottom was damaged but was easier to get that repaired than to get a replica to fit)

Brand new they are about £700 before shipping and import tax!!

[Ryan S]

how much has 2 genuine border front ends cost you???

!!

1st one was already on the car
2nd one I bought damaged off GTSChris for about £170 (Bottom was damaged but was easier to get that repaired than to get a replica to fit)

Brand new they are about £700 before shipping and import tax!!

yeah i'd prob get a slightly damaged one before getting a copy, but i'd deffo buy some copies before buying a genuine one for 700!!!

[Spidey]

Heyyy, i bought my border front bumper from replikit. The bodyshop had afew problems getting it to fit but got it done in the end.
You will need to ditch your fog lights if you have them in order to make it fit.
Here's a pic of mine
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EDIT, o yeh, as steve o said, the side light fitment is abit dodgy, i had to sand it down abit to get the side lights to fit properly

How long ago did you get your Border front from Replikit ? Was it since they started to produce the kits in the UK and provided guaranteed fitment ?

[Signori]

Heyyy, i bought my border front bumper from replikit. The bodyshop had afew problems getting it to fit but got it done in the end.
You will need to ditch your fog lights if you have them in order to make it fit.
Here's a pic of mine
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EDIT, o yeh, as steve o said, the side light fitment is abit dodgy, i had to sand it down abit to get the side lights to fit properly

How long ago did you get your Border front from Replikit ? Was it since they started to produce the kits in the UK and provided guaranteed fitment ?

Yeh it was produced in uk and they guaranteed fitment. The only reason i didnt send it back to them was because the bodyshop i use is a close friend so he spent the time needed to get it fitted correctly.

[Spidey]

Heyyy, i bought my border front bumper from replikit. The bodyshop had afew problems getting it to fit but got it done in the end.
You will need to ditch your fog lights if you have them in order to make it fit.
Here's a pic of mine
Image Replaced With URL For Quote [url]http://url21.imageshack.us/url21/9697/dsc01661sa0.th.jpg[/URL]

EDIT, o yeh, as steve o said, the side light fitment is abit dodgy, i had to sand it down abit to get the side lights to fit properly

How long ago did you get your Border front from Replikit ? Was it since they started to produce the kits in the UK and provided guaranteed fitment ?

Yeh it was produced in uk and they guaranteed fitment. The only reason i didnt send it back to them was because the bodyshop i use is a close friend so he spent the time needed to get it fitted correctly.

Ta

And could I ask - were they major problems ? I've had bumpers before where they needed filing down a bit, holes drilled etc.

But I'd be okay with those sort of adjustments if the replica was going to cost £180 and the genuine £480 !!

Also, did you get back to Replikit with feedback ? Only way they can learn and improve

Cheers
Rob

[Ryan S]

i'd be curios to know too as i'm gonna get one soon, cheers

[alan wheeldon]

Ive been looking into it a bit further now. They will supply, fit and paint for about £500. They will need the car for about 2 weeks. Dont sound like a bad deal to me

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... 0222029825

[Craigo]

TWO WEEKS!?!? what on earth.....

[alan wheeldon]

That does seem quite a long time, i thought 2 days maybe not 2 weeks??

I have just put mine up on ebay last night, starting at £10 with no reserve. Just type in MR2 border bumper and you should find it.... You might be interested

[RyanRs]

I saw a border bumper at the replikit stand at last years JAE. I dont know if they have changed them since then, but the one i saw was dreadful! I could lift 1 corner of the bumper a whole foot off the floor and the other side was still on the floor!! im pretty sure there was no bolt holes cut or nuts for the sides fibre-glassed in neither.

I got a genuine one in the end and OMG was there a difference!!

[nitric4k]

Alan was that one of replikits??

thats shocking