Bumpers

Front Bumper vs Rear Bumper: Which Do You Need?

It depends on which end of your vehicle needs work. A front bumper covers the nose, while a rear bumper covers the tail and often carries extra details like lamp holes or a step.

Rear bumpers vary more by design. Some OER bumpers include backup lamp holes, like the chrome rear bumper for the 1967 Pontiac GTO. Others add bumperettes, as on the 1968-70 Dodge Charger rear bumper.

A front bumper shapes the face of your car, so match the exact year range. JEGS bumpers include a front bumper for the 1971-73 Mustang. Allstar Performance offers a front bumper kit for the Ford Crown Victoria.

Refreshing both ends? A front & rear bumper kit lets you replace both in one order. JEGS offers kits for the 1971-73 Mustang and the 1968 and 1971-72 El Camino. The El Camino kits include mounting hardware.

Shop All bumpers and components to compare every position.

What Types of Bumpers Does JEGS Carry?

JEGS carries reproduction chrome bumpers, rear step bumpers, black-coated truck bumpers, and off-road bumpers. Each fits a different kind of build.

Here are the main bumper types you'll find:

• Reproduction chrome bumpers for muscle cars, like 1964, 1966, and 1969 Chevelle rear bumpers
• Rear step bumpers for pickups, including OER stepside options for 1988-2000 GMT400 and 1999-07 GMT800 trucks
• Black EDP-coated truck bumpers, like the United Pacific rear bumper for 1967-1989 Chevy/GMC stepside trucks
• Off-road bumpers, like the Trail Gear Rock Defense Rear Bumper for 1984-89 and 1996-2002 Toyota 4Runner
• Replacement bumpers for original-style repairs, like the RestoParts rear bumper for 1981-87 Buick Regal
• Multi-piece and smoothie bumpers, like the OER 1955 Chevy Nomad 3-piece rear set and 1955 Bel Air 1-piece smoothie rear

You'll find car bumpers for classics and truck bumpers for vintage and late-model pickups. Restoring the whole car? Browse restoration parts to finish the job.

Chrome vs Black Bumpers: Which Finish Fits Your Build?

Choose chrome for a traditional, bright look on a classic car or truck. Choose black for a low-key look that skips the brightwork.

A chrome bumper suits muscle cars and vintage pickups. Auto Metal Direct offers chrome rear bumpers for the 1968-70 Dodge Dart and 1971-72 Duster/Demon. Goodmark offers a 1969 Chevelle rear bumper.

Comparing those two brands for other sheet metal? Read our Auto Metal Direct vs Goodmark body panels comparison.

Chrome works on newer trucks too. JEGS offers chrome rear step bumpers for 1999-2006 Silverado 1500 and 2014-2018 Silverado/Sierra 1500 trucks, including one with a corner step. You'll also find a chrome front for 1963-66 Chevy/GMC trucks and a chrome rear for 1948-72 Ford F1/F100/F250 stepsides.

Black EDP-coated bumpers, like the United Pacific stepside rear, suit a darker, blacked-out build. Going for a cleaner look overall? Our guide to debadging your car or truck covers the next step.

How Do You Find Bumpers That Fit Your Car or Truck?

Add your vehicle first, then filter. Bumpers are built for specific year ranges and body styles, so fitment matters more than finish.

Use the Add a Vehicle tool to show parts listed for your year, make, and model. Then check body type, since a stepside rear bumper is shaped for a stepside truck.

Narrow the results further with these filters:

• Position, to separate front bumpers from rear bumpers
• Material, to find a steel bumper or another construction
• Finish, to choose chrome, black, or another look
• Mounting Hardware Included, to find parts that include hardware
• Drilling Required, to spot parts that may need modification
• Body Type, to match your cab, bed, or body style

Truck bumpers often sit alongside other panel work. If you're refreshing more of your pickup, see our best body panels for trucks guide. You can also browse exterior parts for the rest of your project.

What Else Do You Need to Install a Replacement Bumper?

You may need brackets, trim, and hardware to finish the install. Check what's included with your replacement bumper before you order.

Some bumpers arrive as a more complete package. A bumper kit with mounting hardware, like the JEGS El Camino front & rear kits, covers more of the job. The OER 1955 Bel Air smoothie rear bumper includes brackets.

On an older vehicle, inspect the original brackets for rust or damage before you reuse them. If they're worn, shop bumper brackets built for your application.

Smaller parts matter too. Shop bumper components for supporting pieces, while bumper impact strips and bumper moldings handle the trim details.

Aftermarket bumpers can differ from the original in how they mount, so test-fit before final tightening. The Drilling Required filter shows which parts may need modification. Ready to order? Add your vehicle and Shop All Bumpers above.