Toyota Prado: Bull-bar deterioration

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The bullbar on my new Toyota Prado is deteriorating quite fast. I have raised it with the dealer who has said they all go like that and to just try and polish it, but I have seen other Prados with the same bar and other older cars with bullbars in better condition. Is this a warranty issue?

The problem you have is that deterioration of the finish is regarded as wear and tear, so to get a warranty claim up you need to show that the degradation of the finish on your bulbar is beyond what would be regarded as "fair" wear and tear. To do that you could collect photographs of other vehicles of a similar age that clearly show yours is worse and mount a case based on that evidence.   Ultimately though I reckon you won't be successful. I would recommend you go to a retailer handling truck accessories and get   their advice based on the actual condition of your bar.

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