If your going to spend the bucks for new strips I wouls suggest you consider having someone protect them with Expel or one of the quality Clear-Bra products. I covered the sils on my Jag last year and don't have to worry about bumping them wiht my feet everytime I get in and out of my car. Very happy so far and I definatly plan on doing the same to the sill trim on my 280 when its done.
Do it right away though before you scratch them