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  1. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    My wife rear ended someone with my car and they took off-we have insurance but I’m not gonna use it since the damage is minimal. Any advice for where to purchase a new front bumper would be great-prices range from $120-500 and I would love to know who has the best fit. I am exploring the...
  2. DIY : Appearance And Body Modifications
    Hey just wanted to reach out to see if there is a way to remove the upper front bumper without removing the whole bumper? Like the part that the grill is screwed into, it seems like there should be since it seems pretty free wiggling but I tried searching online and only seemed to find results...
  3. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Anybody have this? https://www.slybrackets.com/store/#!/BOZZmount-HG-LOWER-HORIZONTAL-GRILLE-NO-DRILL-LICENSE-PLATE-BRACKET/p/110722372/category=0 Since we don't have a tow hook, I've been looking at alternatives since I'm not a huge fan of the plate on the front bumper (I'm from Ontario, so a...
  4. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Hey everyone! Been searching for a way to add fog lights to our daughters Ex. On ebay there are lower grills with led fogs but they only work with sport bumpers (???) Unfortunately her car has the non sport bumpe. Has anyone dealt with this? Advise thoughts! Thanks
  5. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Hey guys, as title states, want to see if anyone else have the same experience. I got so many chips on the grill it’s almost turning white. Do you guys have the same issue? I’m thinking just repainting it.
  6. 4th Generation Optima (2016 - 2020)
    The grill turbo badge for my 2016 Optima arrived on Monday. I watched the install video on the vendor's web site but it's for a 2015 or earlier Optima and a panel that needs to be removed will not come out as shown in the video. I'm probably missing something simple but I don't want to...
  7. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Does anyone know if it's possible to swap the 2016 grill to another year? I have a 2012 and love the look of the 16 and wasn't sure how close they are in size or dimensions.
  8. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    I was looking into ordering a roadrunner v1 grill from the k5Optima store but says it only fits up to the 2013 Optimas. Is there a big difference between 2013 to 2015 grills? I can't seem to find any info on anyone who have attempted to install or retrofit it. If anyone has any information on...
  9. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Has anyone purchased this? I was reading sellers info and says purchaser is responsible for importing and or customs fees??
  10. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    This is what I'm following I feel like they are missing a step here somewherehttp://www.carid.com/images/eg-classics/grilles/pdf/eg-classics-1310-b102-11sx-installation-instructions.pdfat step 5 it seems is very sturdy and secure and I feel like if I force it Imma break something am I missing...
  11. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    Hey guys, I got rid of my turbo grill awhile back when I got my RR grill but the RR grill got so much chips I wanted to repair it and get it repainted. Now I'm planning to buy the turbo grill back and reinstall it while my RR are getting repainted, the only problem is that it does not come with...
  12. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    So basically long story short i cracked my default 2013 SXL grill, needed a replacement so I went to you guys to find me nice grills, ended up falling in love with this one : 2011-2013 Optima-K5 Grill - Type MR - Shark Racing end up buying it, and every body shop I have brought it to has told...
  13. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    So I have been seeing people paint matching their grills. Is this safe to do over the chrome trim? I know paint doesn't ad-heed well to chrome so what is everyone doing about this?
  14. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    I bought the red "T" for the grill about 2 yrs ago and it has faded and cracked, even though its garaged. Can anyone suggest a vendor where I can buy one that is a better quality.
  15. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Hey Guys, decided to black out my grill. This was my first time using Plasti Dip, and while I can't say it came out the best, I will say... It's OK. I will definitely have to redo this. I don't know if I am going to redo the plasti Dip, or if I'll have it wrapped. But over the look is great...
  16. DIY Projects
    Title says it all i wonder if it can be done? Also quick photoshop of what im thinking to do
  17. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Does anyone know what year model that stock grill with the honeycomb look that bulges out? And we're would I buy it?
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