06-16-2020, 08:40 PM | #1 |
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Front Grille Swap Complete
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Just got around to swapping out the two tone slatted front grille on my new 330i with the all black mesh grille. Huge improvement IMO for a $150 upgrade. Being a novice, I was a bit hesitant to do it myself. However all the suggestions here on the floor and said it was a fairly straightforward process. I watched two YouTube videos before the attempt. I just wanted to add that it took me a little while to remove the original grill because the clips were on fairly tight and the left side clip did not want to budge. It got to be a bit frustrating because I followed the videos to a T and didn’t want to damage anything. To say the least, removal was not as “easy” as the videos suggest for a first-timer. It could very well possibly be an isolated case. I also didn’t have much light to work with in the garage, but it was enough. Thankfully, the new one popped in like butter. I had the front park assist camera and that was a simple swap as well. Luckily I was able to remove the original one without breaking any clips or damaging the paint. I’m going to post it in the ads section if anyone’s looking for a two-tone slatted grille. Below are after pics. Questions and comments welcome. Last edited by Conezz; 06-17-2020 at 08:39 PM.. |
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I did the black grill swap a few days ago too. And same problem. The left side clip wouldn't budge. Needed a lot of manoeuvring to get it out. And the new grill was a little tight when I yri d reinstalling it. I think I broke a clip or two. We'll only know when I remove it when I return the car though.
But yes. Absolutely worth it.
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I wouldn’t worry about swapping it back when the time comes to return the car. I asked my dealer about that and he said, “try selling it if you can.” The grille was supposed to be installed at the port for $250 before delivery. Because of COVID, the plant was trying to get special orders delivered in anticipation of shutdown. The dealership wanted $350 for the grille and another $500 to install. I said no thanks. Bought it online for $150 instead. I think the appeal here is that the mesh grille matches the other vent grilles below it, so it makes for a more streamlined and aggressive look. I like to order my cars as is and not much of a mod guy. However, I feel that this grille is 100% worthwhile. Can you share a picture of yours with the grille swap? Last edited by Conezz; 06-16-2020 at 10:23 PM.. |
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And I didn't get the mesh grill. Just the normal black shadowline grill.
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That’s what she looks like...
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