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LazerBlueP5
03-04-2008, 01:42 PM
Will the Mazda3 bumper guards fit the Mazdaspeed3. I use my car for my business and do a lot of loading/unloading of gear out of the trunk. TIA
dparm1984
03-04-2008, 01:50 PM
I don't see why not.
mrlilguy157
03-04-2008, 01:55 PM
ultra sleeper mode ;D
AutoXRacer
03-04-2008, 01:55 PM
Yes they do... I've already seen an MS3 with them...doesn't look that bad.
LazerBlueP5
03-04-2008, 02:01 PM
ultra sleeper mode ;D

lol

Thanks guys.

Now I wonder if the color of plastic will match the rear bumper's plastic. Hmmm
major error
03-04-2008, 02:15 PM
It does not, unless you paint it.
factory color is roughly charcoal grey
Kynetx
03-04-2008, 02:50 PM
I have a set of them on mine. I got tired of the dog scratching up the bumper.
Renzokuken
03-04-2008, 03:17 PM
They dont fit, Ive tried it.
Rotus8
03-04-2008, 04:15 PM
They fit fine.
trufanatic
03-04-2008, 04:41 PM
how much are those?
dparm1984
03-04-2008, 05:21 PM
I don't think it's a travesty at all...you're doing something very functional to make your life easier, and keep the car in better shape. Those things don't look out of place at all.
dparm1984
03-04-2008, 05:23 PM
They're $22.75 each from Mazda.
Sacrilicious
03-04-2008, 05:53 PM
They fit fine.

hrrm...that's not a very noticeable look at all. but then again, it's also pictured on the fastest, stealthiest, coolest color that the ms3 comes in...:D
controlo
03-04-2008, 06:34 PM
i think those look really good. and they serve a purpose for a lot of people.

not for me so much because i'm real careful when i put stuff into and pull stuff out of the trunk anyway...

i still might buy some. :)
enganear
03-04-2008, 08:55 PM
They fit fine with the supplied alignment tool if you follow the instructions. You get one chance. I really like mine and I also recommend the rubbery plastic tray for the luggage area. It keeps stuff from sliding around and will contain any spills.
-enganear
meha11
03-04-2008, 09:01 PM
they fit perfect
BSTD3
03-04-2008, 09:47 PM
They fit without issue:
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k159/nopstnz/REDBLUR/DSC00432.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k159/nopstnz/REDBLUR/DSC00608.jpg
Renzokuken
03-05-2008, 01:50 AM
Hmmm, thats strange.. I wonder if the dealer guy brought me the wrong ones to try. Now Im gonna go check and get a pair.
MADTIG
03-05-2008, 04:02 AM
wow, not what i expected...looks better than i expected. I actually like it alot.
AutoXRacer
03-05-2008, 08:16 AM
They are stick on right?
tubebrner
03-05-2008, 10:18 AM
They fit fine with the supplied alignment tool if you follow the instructions. You get one chance. I really like mine and I also recommend the rubbery plastic tray for the luggage area. It keeps stuff from sliding around and will contain any spills.
-enganear

How much does that rubber cargo mat cost?
AutoXRacer
03-05-2008, 10:36 AM
How much does that rubber cargo mat cost?

I got one!! I love it!!! (2thumbs)
It was about $50-$60...can't remember...

I also got the cargo net...awesome combo!!
mazdaspeed32007
03-06-2008, 02:04 AM
yea i think i actually like the bumper guard on there....it breaks up the bumper but not in a bad way. plus those mats are def nice. i might gets me a somesm dem.
LazerBlueP5
03-06-2008, 08:43 AM
Thanks for all the replies and pics.

Now....where is the absolute CHEAPEST price online to buy the bumper guards and rubber cargo tray?
mazdaspeed32007
03-06-2008, 11:07 AM
Thanks for all the replies and pics.

Now....where is the absolute CHEAPEST price online to buy the bumper guards and rubber cargo tray?

walmart.com ha. how about the most obligatory place to buy them...
MADTIG
03-08-2008, 06:15 AM
Thanks for all the replies and pics.

Now....where is the absolute CHEAPEST price online to buy the bumper guards and rubber cargo tray?

+1
enganear
03-08-2008, 12:34 PM
Thanks for all the replies and pics.

Now....where is the absolute CHEAPEST price online to buy the bumper guards and rubber cargo tray?

I scoured the internet for the best price before purchasing mine. I could not beat the dealer by more than a few bucks, so I bought mine there. I did not want any hassle with returning something that did not fit or was not as represented.
-enganear
Breezy
03-08-2008, 03:29 PM
You might also consider clear protective film, not just on the bumper but also the fenderwells and rocker panels, as wel as the leading edge of the hood.
mazdaspeed32007
03-08-2008, 06:46 PM
You might also consider clear protective film, not just on the bumper but also the fenderwells and rocker panels, as wel as the leading edge of the hood.

ive been having problems with sand blasting away my clear coat around the bottom of the rocker panels along the side of the car right after the front wheel. im going to buy some flaps from a reg 3 or speed 6 and custom fit them soon before i cant fix whats been done.