shawn82

Hello!

So the previous owner installed the OEM Side Strake Kit and the person/dealership Drilled a hole through the rear wheel panel.

I can just install them back on the car but I like the looks of the car without them on, should I just leave them on or get the spots repaired from a body shop?

Anyone else had this problem or have a resolution from someone's mistake..

Topplayer

what color is the car?
You can get it fixed at a shop for an expensive price, or just get a sticker sheet close to the color of your car and get a 1 inch hole puncher and use the sticker for the hole. No one will notice!

shawn82

2003 Silverstone - Stickers.. Didn't think about that. I stumbled upon some bumper plate hole covers. I order them. If it all works out i should be able to modify this part to go over top it. The sticker sheet would be hard to find for a matching color, but I appreciate the insight sir.

Still wish they didnt drill a hole in the car.

Vanishing Point

The hole is part of the mounting procedure. Repair the hole.

shawn82

Yes this is the main objective, thanks for pointing that out.

If you have some advice on how-to do this im all ears.

Vanishing Point

Two choices, use a rubber or plastic grommet as a temporary fix to fill the hole. Preferable way would be to use a filler to repair the hole, and then try to paint to match.
The best way to repair the hole would be a weld, a cheaper alternative would be a metal mesh patch to attach the filler to.

MBHs2k

Does the look of them bother you that much? If not I would just leave them on and keep the hole covered.
If you want to sell them at a good price let me know!

99mx5

You could probably use one of those paint-matched keyhole plugs for the hole.