xjaymzzx

i brought a w204 c300 aftermarket grill from ebay. it seems to not fit with the hood 100%. let me know what you guys think? and what you guys think i should do?

beneliezer

unfortunately, this is what happens when you buy parts from ebay. Most are cheaply manufactured in China.

Don't feel bad, spent $300 on a rear diffuser with mediocre fitment.

You live, you learn.

xjaymzzx

What did you do? Did you keep it or go back to stock?

krewcial

Should have done your research. There seems to be fitment issues with all the single bar grills.

https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...bar-grill.html

TexFinn

What should you do? You should either modify it so that it fits properly, live with it as is or send it back to the seller for refund. That's about it.

You could, of course, ask for a replacement to be sent, but that will most likely not fit 100% either.

livestrong191

if you want no caps and single fin exchange it for SLS grill. Boom no caps and still sexy

aowhaus

All of the aftermaket grills seem to have a fitment issue with the chrome frame at the top. It's much less noticable on dark coloured cars.
I think it has to do with the subtly complex shape of the edge of the hood which is slightly curved in one direction while have a slightly pointed shape in the other direction.

I bought a new style single-bar grille that has a two-piece frame which is supposed have a better fit. I bought it last December and didn't have the time to paint and install it.
Maybe I will tackle it this weekend after hearing a lot on grills on this forum lately.

glj12

Maybe go with the single bar grill that doesn't have the chrome outline. Less noticeable.

SG 08

If you are interested in selling your stock sport grille please let me know.

Chris