Rear bumper off and new tail lights on

I've had plans to improve the tail lights and rear bumper for some time now but it hasn't happend until now. A dutch tourist inspired me to get started. He inspired me by crashing into me! So my crooked rear bumper got even worse and the left tail light cracked. I wasn't to upset about the whole deal - much to his surprise. I was actually quite excited because it helped me to get started!

I've been thinking alot about if I should use the original bumper or if I should be better off without it.
Not an inch on that bumper was straight. It was bent, twisted and dented. Even so I had a go at it in a futile attempt to get it back in shape. Mission impossible. It got better but not nearly good enough.
So I decided to do something different, without the bumper.
I had this idea about making some protective frames around the tail lights. So I bought a new set of tail lights at Biltema (hello again) and then I chopped off a section of some old foldable camping stools. The dimensions were spot on! I think this looks better then the original lights and bumper.
Thanks for your help Mr. Dutch Tourist!


I still have the original right side tail light. It's in fair condition and I would be happy to pass it on if there's a need out there.