Center Grille Bar Replacement
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On my newly purchased 2017 Coupe, the previous owner lived in a state that required a front license plate. SO now I'm stuck with 4 holes in the center bar. I have already ordered a new bar as it shows it as a separate item from the grille. Does anyone have any experience removing just this bar? Does the whole front end have to come off or can you get it from underneath the car after removing the bottom panels? I've seen the write ups for removing the grille to replace it with the P7 grille. Not going that route at this time.
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On my newly purchased 2017 Coupe, the previous owner lived in a state that required a front license plate. SO now I'm stuck with 4 holes in the center bar. I have already ordered a new bar as it shows it as a separate item from the grille. Does anyone have any experience removing just this bar? Does the whole front end have to come off or can you get it from underneath the car after removing the bottom panels? I've seen the write ups for removing the grille to replace it with the P7 grille. Not going that route at this time.
Here is the process for removal/install (All variants - front and rear). Hope it helps. LINK HERE
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If you decide to tackle this project to remove and replace the center bar, drop me a PM. I purchased a new center bar direct from Jag in the UK before I learned about removing the whole bumper assembly. Since I need to run a front plate, I've decided that it isn't a priority. I'll make you a great deal on the center bar piece and it is brand new and unmolested.
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On my newly purchased 2017 Coupe, the previous owner lived in a state that required a front license plate. SO now I'm stuck with 4 holes in the center bar. I have already ordered a new bar as it shows it as a separate item from the grille. Does anyone have any experience removing just this bar? Does the whole front end have to come off or can you get it from underneath the car after removing the bottom panels? I've seen the write ups for removing the grille to replace it with the P7 grille. Not going that route at this time.
Looks fine to my eyes. Sure, I would prefer a cleaner look I guess, but to me it's fine.
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