5POINTOH

Just wondering is there any difference between the GT500 and CS bumper covers/valences. I have not really looked at them really carefully.....but it seems to me that they are similar with the exception of the painting scheme.

The GT500 is black on the bottom and the CS is painted on the sides to match the body and black in between.

Is this right?? I am considering changing up my rear bumper

azmustang

ya they are basicly the same, the only diffrence is where the bottom of the bumper is taped for paint. If I remember right the c/s bumper is cheaper if you get it as a ford accessory. I have one in my garage right now waiting to go on when they fix the hail damage.

CWyler

^ Correct, I have the CS Rear and it is indeed the same. I like the look of the CS more than the GT500, I just dont like how the black runs around the entire bottom of the GT500

5POINTOH

Where is the best place to buy a C/S bumper cover? Yeah, I like the C/S better because the outer parts can be painted the same colour as the car.

CWyler

Dealership. But every dealership sets different prices, shop around

Stang-aholic

you can order it from the dealership, but there is a code for it in their computer that is used for insurance purposes. if you just go in and ask how much, they will say something like 485. but on here i found a code for it cheaper, i have it at home and will post it up for you later if someone else already hasnt, but i got mine from dealership for a total of $334

Alec

I got mine for $230 shipped on ebay painted white. Paint isn't 100% perfect but still, win. Check there

4LiterSonic

That's correct. CS is painted on the sides, GT500 is not.

CutterWolf

Here is everything you need to know about those bummpers but were afraid to ask.

S197 FAQ PLEASE READ FIRST!!!

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After having to explain this to allot of Mustang owners I figure it would be a good idea to put it here for those who are looking to do this mod. This is factual information gained from talking to a Ford parts dealer, others who have done this mod, looking at a GT500 rear bumper up close and my own real world experience. The myth is that the GT/CS and GT500 bumpers are two different bumpers when the fact is they are the very same bumper.

There are only two real differences, 1. How it’s painted. And 2. Cost. For some unknown reason Ford wants you to pay more for what they call their GT500 bumper but the funny part is that it costs more (paint wise) to have it like a GT/CS bumper. The GT500 stile takes less prep and less paint to do so why do they want so much more for it? The only answer I could come of with is that they want you to pay for the Shelby name.

Below is the direct quote from a Ford parts dealer who currently works at a Ford dealership as the part manager:

"Ok Here is the Lowdown on the Other Parts. Ford Really Has A Mess on there Hands With Service Replacement Parts and Genuine Ford Accessory Parts. Most Dealers are Unaware of the Accessory Parts so you Usually Get Quoted for the Service Replacement parts Vs the Accessory Parts. The Service Parts are More than the Accessory Parts And you get Less! The Service Parts are Just a Bare Cover Where the Accessory Kits Have Extra Goodies. If you Have a GT You Will be Good to Go With the Accessory Kits but if You Have A V6 you Will Need the Additional GT Pieces your V6 will need to get to GT Bumper Specs! I as A Rule do Not Often Post Parts Prices or Part Numbers Because they Change Regularly. In This Case I will Post FORDS Suggested Retail in Order to Give you the Best Deal when Purchasing these Parts Locally!

Ford Suggested Retail, Part Number, Description
$472.88 7r3z17d957aa GT/CS & SHELBY GT Service Bare FRONT Bumper.
$399.00 6R3Z-6320049-AA GT/CS & SHELBY GT Accessory Kit Front
Bumper.

$518.27 7r3z17k835aaptm GT/CS & Shelby GT Service Bare Rear Bumper.
$355.00 6R3Z-6320049-BA GT/CS & Shelby GT Accessory Rear Bumper


$ 596.00 7r3z17k835baptm GT-500 Rear Service Bumper.

No Quote Kit for true 500 Rear Bumper. The Only Difference between the CS and 500 Bumper is a Lot of Money and the Rear Diffuser. On A CS or Shelby Gt the Lower Center Diffuser As Viewed From Directly Behind the Center lower Section Only is Matte Black on a GT-500 The Lower Section is Black all the way around to Match the Matte Black rocker Panels. Other than That the Rear Covers are Identical! Do the Math and Make your Choice! I hope this Clears up the Bumper

I have the 6R3Z-6320049-BA GT/CS & Shelby GT Accessory Rear Bumper on my car and I ordered it threw a local body shop who got it for a little below the quoted Fords suggested retail price. I can tell you for a fact that the texture on the lower half is the very same as the GT500 which I verified by comparing directly to a GT500 bumper.

Now lets talk about that texture for a min because allot of people also asked me, “is there any special prep work that has to be done or, does that texture need to be removed prior to painting?” The answer is no to both. After the normal prep work is done and the paint is applied you can’t even tell it’s textured any more and it blends right in with the rest of your paint. Here are two pictures of mine bumper to show you what it looks like with the textured area on the lower sides painted. I hope this answers your questions and clears up the mystery surrounding this mod.

Qwikphaze

http://www.texasmotorsfordparts.com/...?siteid=214462

this link will show you the majority of the parts available and the cost for those parts at wholesale. i thought about changing my cs bumper for the gt500 but just changed my mind later i like the both. now i have not ordered from this site i think you need a dealership id maybe haven't tried, i mainly use it for reference.