EDIT: In my instructions below, I removed the DAPP radar cover, which includes the heating element. As @Jobe01 pointed out, this will actually fit under the new grille. Do not remove this cover, and you will retain heating functionality!
I know others have already posted about this grille (thanks @CEDDY for bringing it to my attention), but I thought I'd make a post to detail installation, etc.
I ordered mine just over 1 month ago. It shipped quickly, but it was unfortunately sitting at customs for 2 weeks! It was packaged REALLY well, and came with a license plate attachment.
Installation was fairly easy (no bumper removal necessary). I used a pry tool, and did it by myself. Removing the OEM grille is kind of annoying. Some of the clips got stuck on the mounting bracket attached to the car, and it was a bit of a struggle getting them loose. The Ultrasonic sensors are easy to remove/reinstall, but the camera is a little tricky, because of how short the cable is. You have to clip the camera into the grille bracket while mounting the grille!
One thing I hadn't seen mentioned before is that by installing this grille, you lose out on the DAPP radar heating elements. The cable for those plugs directly into the OEM DAPP cover, and will have to be tucked away as it cannot be connected to the aftermarket grille.
Build quality is really good. Mine has no paint defects, but I did scrape it a tiny bit in a non visible area during installation.
The sad state of my OEM grille, with peeling black tape on the surrount, and peeling touch up paint on the silver bits:
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OEM grille removed:
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Radar cover removed:
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Old/new grille:
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I covered the DAPP radar heating element wire with plastic/electrical tape, and tucked it behind the bracket:
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Installed:
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Overall, I really like the clean/aggressive look! It would've been nice if they left the hole to attach the M logo, but it's not a big deal. I might either glue one of my other M logos on there (or maybe order a black one) or just leave it as is.
I know others have already posted about this grille (thanks @CEDDY for bringing it to my attention), but I thought I'd make a post to detail installation, etc.
I ordered mine just over 1 month ago. It shipped quickly, but it was unfortunately sitting at customs for 2 weeks! It was packaged REALLY well, and came with a license plate attachment.
Installation was fairly easy (no bumper removal necessary). I used a pry tool, and did it by myself. Removing the OEM grille is kind of annoying. Some of the clips got stuck on the mounting bracket attached to the car, and it was a bit of a struggle getting them loose. The Ultrasonic sensors are easy to remove/reinstall, but the camera is a little tricky, because of how short the cable is. You have to clip the camera into the grille bracket while mounting the grille!
One thing I hadn't seen mentioned before is that by installing this grille, you lose out on the DAPP radar heating elements. The cable for those plugs directly into the OEM DAPP cover, and will have to be tucked away as it cannot be connected to the aftermarket grille.
Build quality is really good. Mine has no paint defects, but I did scrape it a tiny bit in a non visible area during installation.
The sad state of my OEM grille, with peeling black tape on the surrount, and peeling touch up paint on the silver bits:
OEM grille removed:
Radar cover removed:
Old/new grille:
I covered the DAPP radar heating element wire with plastic/electrical tape, and tucked it behind the bracket:
Installed:
Overall, I really like the clean/aggressive look! It would've been nice if they left the hole to attach the M logo, but it's not a big deal. I might either glue one of my other M logos on there (or maybe order a black one) or just leave it as is.
