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Old 02-06-2009, 07:38 PM
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Sedan Bumpers replaced by Wagon Bumpers?

I've got a Wanted Ad in the parts section here: http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=244467, and I've got someone who has Euro Wagon bumpers he's offering me. Can I use them on the W123 Sedan? Will it work mechanically and/or electronically but just look completely wrong or, will they not match up at all? Should I just wait it out until I find someone selling a set of Sedan Euros?

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Old 02-06-2009, 07:43 PM
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The front is the same but the rear wagon bumpers have cut outs for the reverse lights. I'm guessing they mount differently as well.
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Old 02-06-2009, 10:02 PM
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ON a 123 the bumpers, though different, are interchangible. A decent wagon rear bumper is rare as hen's teeth.
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Old 02-07-2009, 12:38 PM
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Also, the euro bumpers are smaller. They look better on the car but protect it less. Especially the rear, the bumper is attached by two bolts, each one goes through a steel bracket. On the US bumpers, there's a little shock absorber thing that lets the bumper give a little before damaging the bumper or the car body.

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