I like the look but agree they will not protect much, but a lot of us add things like bug shields, mud flaps, etc. that now days don't do what they did back in the day. Bug shields are more decorative than functional yea they will keep chips off the edge of the hood but will not deflect a bug from hitting the windshield like they use to. Mud flaps art the same, and everyone wants a spoiler and on most cars they do nothing Its just an appearance thing different strokes for different folks. I could go on but you get the point. Just my opinion.