2015-2017 Volkswagen Golf 7 MK7 Front Bumper Cover No PDC GTI Style SKU: K2-9038-VW-120-BPR

Here are some of the best advantages of using a 2015-2017 VW Golf 7 (MK7) front bumper cover, No PDC (parking distance control), GTI Style (like SKU: K2-9038-VW-120-BPR) — especially compared to the stock non-GTI bumper or to bumpers with the PDC provisions.

Advantages

1. Sporty / Aesthetic Upgrade (GTI Look)
   
• Gives your Golf a much more aggressive, sporty style, mimicking the GTI front fascia, which typically has a honeycomb lower grille and sharper design lines. This enhances visual appeal.
• Many GTI style bumpers also allow you to swap in red trim / red stripe accents, LED fogs etc. which further enhance the “premium sport” feel.  
2. Weight & Simplicity from Omitting PDC
   
• Without the holes for parking sensors (PDC), the bumper is simpler (one less thing to line up, one less wiring harness, one less sensor to install or maintain).
• Slight savings in weight from not having the sensor hardware or reinforcement, though marginal.
• If your car didn’t come with PDC originally, you avoid awkward empty holes or aftermarket “fillers.”
3. Cost Savings (Potentially)
   
• Cheaper than a full GTI bumper with PDC (holes, sensors, and mounting hardware). The “no PDC” version avoids extra parts and machining.  
• Also, since it’s unpainted (as per the SKU), you can have it painted to match your car locally, which often ends up cheaper than buying a painted bumper from an OEM dealer.  
4. Aftermarket Flexibility
   
• Unpainted version means you can choose the exact finish, colour matching, maybe even custom coatings (matte, satin, etc.).
• Also allows easier modifications: you can add or remove trim pieces, install different fog light surrounds, or even integrate PDC later if you want (though it would require cutting/drilling, etc.).
5. Improved Cooling / Airflow (Maybe)
   
• GTI-style bumpers often have larger or more open lower grilles / vents, which may help airflow into the radiator/intercooler area, which is beneficial if you’ve done performance mods or expect more heat (e.g. in hot climates).
6. Resale / Visual Impact
   
• Makes your car stand out, which could be good if you like attention, show car looks, or if you might resell or trade in. A car with sportier styling tends to draw more interest.
7. Easier Maintenance / Replacement
   
• If the original bumper is damaged (scrapes, dings), replacing with an aftermarket GTI-style can be more affordable than sourcing OEM GTI or dealer parts.
• Also, simpler bumper means fewer points of failure (no sensors, no PDC wiring) so less chance of issues like sensor faults, etc.

2015-2017 Volkswagen Golf 7 MK7 Front Bumper Cover No PDC GTI Style SKU: K2-9038-VW-120-BPR