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Old 09-07-2009, 05:29 PM   #1 (permalink)
 
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Fading plastic?

Hey everyone,

I have an '09 Brabus and my rear panels, the ones on either side of the rear window, are starting to fade. Anyone else have this problem? I am trying to get some time off next week so I can swing by the dealer and see what they have to say.

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Old 09-07-2009, 05:32 PM   #2 (permalink)
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I am sure my panels have faded slightly since I purchased the car. Not sure how much, and if it has faded its been mostly universal.
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if mine has faded, my vision has faded with it since it looks the same to me, but mine is red so they may not be comparable
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I believe the OP is talking about the black C-pillar plastic that is the same for everyone regardless of panel or tridion color. My car is a year old now and I thought mine looked a little faded as well as compared to the black tridion especially. However, after a good wax job they seemed to return to their normal color. That plastic seems to oxidize and/or collect grime and become hazy on the surface. A good wax job does wonders for it though.
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Old 09-07-2009, 06:48 PM   #7 (permalink)
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I know a guy who did his up with a carbon fiber paint job. Maybe he'll share some pics once he reads this thread.
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