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Old Oct 25, 2017 | 02:47 PM
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I got backed into and need to get a new front bumper for my 2006 F150 FX4 4 door. I found the OEM part on fords website (Part #17757) and its $350 bucks. I already have to shell out a few hundred to get it painted, and I'm wondering if anyone has found good websites or has any suggestions for finding OEM parts like a bumper cheaper than what Ford offers. Thanks!
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Old Oct 26, 2017 | 11:53 AM
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Originally Posted by jack_mck123
I got backed into and need to get a new front bumper for my 2006 F150 FX4 4 door. I found the OEM part on fords website (Part #17757) and its $350 bucks. I already have to shell out a few hundred to get it painted, and I'm wondering if anyone has found good websites or has any suggestions for finding OEM parts like a bumper cheaper than what Ford offers. Thanks!
Local and online auto salvage companies, might even find one in the right color.
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Old Oct 26, 2017 | 12:03 PM
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I purchased this one earlier this year. It's not OEM but had a good fit and finish. It comes primed un-painted and this specific one is without fog lights. The seller has many options available. This is just the steel bumper though, the lower splash shield and mounting brackets I had to transfer over from my old bumper.

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Oem prices are what they are.

Lower priced alternatives would be salvage yard or aftermarket(as previously mentioned)
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Old Oct 26, 2017 | 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by jack_mck123
I got backed into and need to get a new front bumper for my 2006 F150 FX4 4 door. I found the OEM part on fords website (Part #17757) and its $350 bucks. I already have to shell out a few hundred to get it painted, and I'm wondering if anyone has found good websites or has any suggestions for finding OEM parts like a bumper cheaper than what Ford offers. Thanks!
www.lkq.com I've used them for years, they deliver and offer a warranty on most everything they sell.
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