Metal bumper stepping plate

[deepfry]

Has anyone seen / installed a metal stepping plate on their bumper? Somehow I have the impression of seeing it somewhere before but I can't remember exactly ...

Never thought of the need until some idiot stepped on my bumper when loading / unloading cargo and scratched it big time.

It's nice to be back to have a break - it's been quite a while since I posted anything here ... I think having 2 kids is so different than having just one (burnout). Driving a 5 does make it a little bit easier though!

 

[mazdadude]

I haven't seen a metal one yet myself, just the plastic one available from Mazda as an accessory.

 

[deepfry]

Yeah ... I was hoping there might be aftermarket ones that are made of metal. I know there are door sills that are made of brushed stainless steel / aluminum ... just can't find one for the bumper stepping plate.

 

[flcruising]

I second the two kids. Now if I can just convince my wife to have another!

I installed the plastic one less than a month after purchasing ours, it has proven it's worth. Are you just after bling?

 

[phantomvs]

Here you go http://cgi.ebay.com/STAINLESS-STEEL-BUMPER-PROTECTOR-Mazda-5-/250666484723?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3a5ce303f3

 

[deepfry]

I second the two kids. Now if I can just convince my wife to have another!

I installed the plastic one less than a month after purchasing ours, it has proven it's worth. Are you just after bling?

Yes, it's just personal taste / preference. The car is white and I prefer silver on white than black on white.

 

[flcruising]

The step plate posted above doesn't look to be as effective as my plastic one. Mine wraps over the top corner of the bumper a little, not just sit on top. Maybe you could buy the plastic one and use some metalic paint with a clear coat.

 

[deepfry]

I will try to see if there is anything better that's custom designed for the 5 like those door sills we've seen. If I can't find any then I will have to go for the black plastic ... or maybe I can paint it in white LOL

 

[skyhawk]

I will try to see if there is anything better that's custom designed for the 5 like those door sills we've seen. If I can't find any then I will have to go for the black plastic ... or maybe I can paint it in white LOL

I'm not comfortable putting step plates in there because the children might step on it. Right now I try to keep the bumper top surface clean and shiny. This way they are careful when unloading the groceries and cargoes. Maybe when the scratches become too many, then I will put the step plate.

 

[deepfry]

I'm not comfortable putting step plates in there because the children might step on it. Right now I try to keep the bumper top surface clean and shiny. This way they are careful when unloading the groceries and cargoes. Maybe when the scratches become too many, then I will put the step plate.

You have a point. Plus I still prefer the clean look of the bumper without the stepping plate.

 

[flcruising]

I'm not comfortable putting step plates in there because the children might step on it...

Huh?


Do you make the kids take their shoes off when getting into the car too???

 

[wmzda5]

I know someone who does that

 

[hellojp]

Any links for a regular Black one?

 

[flcruising]

ebay

Got mine for $25 shipped about 4-5 months ago. The seller I purchased from doesn't list any currently.