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Old May 6, 2019 | 08:26 PM
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Old Jul 31, 2019 | 11:41 AM
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Just had mine fitted today and I'm very disappointed. The camera does not reach the end of the camera bracket and therefore does not work properly. The fit of the grill is also poor.

They are sending me another grill but it'll be a couple of weeks before it arrives.
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Old Aug 1, 2019 | 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by wah00ey
Just had mine fitted today and I'm very disappointed. The camera does not reach the end of the camera bracket and therefore does not work properly. The fit of the grill is also poor.

They are sending me another grill but it'll be a couple of weeks before it arrives.
Mine fit without a problem. If it doesnt work out I can send you the ebay seller where I got mine from.
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Old Aug 2, 2019 | 04:53 AM
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It'll be a few weeks before the replacement grill arrives so I'll report back then.

Any concerns over the new grill offering less protection to the radiator?
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Old Aug 9, 2019 | 08:20 AM
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New grille has arrived and it looks like a much better fit for the camera. Can't get it installed until 5th September but will report back then.
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Old Aug 9, 2019 | 01:12 PM
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I have the same grill for sale if anyone is interested, (with camera). new/ fresh in box...will be advertising it soon. PM me if interested :-)
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Old Aug 9, 2019 | 06:16 PM
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Hey Guys,

Getting this Panamerica Grill put on in the next couple of days for my C43. My shop called them and they helped get the correct grill shipped from Germany for the install. All the company needed was the VIN of the car to get the right part ordered. So if you really want no hassles to make sure that you get the corect girll you can try them.

http://www.chrome-tec.com/Mercedes-C...ee-Camera.html
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Old Nov 20, 2019 | 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Dystempr
Hey Guys,

Getting this Panamerica Grill put on in the next couple of days for my C43. My shop called them and they helped get the correct grill shipped from Germany for the install. All the company needed was the VIN of the car to get the right part ordered. So if you really want no hassles to make sure that you get the corect girll you can try them.

http://www.chrome-tec.com/Mercedes-C...ee-Camera.html
How's the quality? I assume it's German made for that price? I wish MB made genuine Panamericana parts for C43...
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Old Nov 21, 2019 | 11:27 AM
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How's the quality? I assume it's German made for that price? I wish MB made genuine Panamericana parts for C43...
You can take a look at it on my car. It looks very good on the C43 in my opinion.


After stripe added.

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Old Feb 10, 2020 | 10:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Dystempr
You can take a look at it on my car. It looks very good on the C43 in my opinion.


After stripe added.
Did you install that yourself? How long did the installation take you?
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Old Jun 7, 2020 | 03:35 AM
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Camera fitting issue

Originally Posted by wah00ey
Just had mine fitted today and I'm very disappointed. The camera does not reach the end of the camera bracket and therefore does not work properly. The fit of the grill is also poor.

They are sending me another grill but it'll be a couple of weeks before it arrives.
hi, I had the same issue with the camera not fitting (the new grille housing was too long) so we didn’t proceed with the install. What did you end up doing?
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Old Jun 9, 2020 | 10:04 AM
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amg badge

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Looks amazing!!
where did you get the amg badge for the panamerica grille? I just done the swap over too, but the amg badge doesn't fit the new grille.
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Old Jun 9, 2020 | 08:40 PM
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where did you get the amg badge for the panamerica grille? I just done the swap over too, but the amg badge doesn't fit the new grille.
I got mine from CKS Performance in the UK. Great prices, AMG Badge installed and fit with or w/I camera. Love the look

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Old Jun 9, 2020 | 08:46 PM
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For those installing this grille with the 360 camera, how is the alignment of that since install?

I purchased one of these grilles when they were first released and the camera positioning was complete whack and screwed up the 360 cam.
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Old Jun 14, 2020 | 01:03 AM
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Old Jun 16, 2020 | 12:37 AM
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Hey,
Just got my New 2020 C43 and am looking to change the grill too.
Did your grill come with the AMG badge or did you have to buy it separately? If so, from where?
Thanks
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Old Sep 4, 2020 | 04:21 AM
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Postage!

Just tried that link - wow, $100 USD postage.
I found a Melbourne based seller, so awaiting their reply. I love the look of your car with that grille


Originally Posted by Forest Jim
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/For-Came...cAAOSwxrpbYwBm

I was surprised at how quick the delivery was from China to Australia. Less than 2 weeks.
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Old Sep 27, 2020 | 05:49 AM
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Hi team.
I had my Panamerican Grille fitted by Cafasso Motor Body repairs in Adelaide. They were recommended by MB. Cost $150+ GST

I got the grille from Mars Performance in Melbourne - $399 including delivery. You need to let them know if you have a forward camera, I was glad I spoke to them prior to buying.

The quality is amazing, I know it's a knock off but down to every last detail it screams MB. Holes, clips etc align exactly and the finish is not able to be faulted.

This week coming, the boot diffuser is becoming back, a few other highlights becoming black, the badges all being replaced with black badges and a matt grey door stripe and racing stripe being done. Then a diamond paint and interior finish back at MB.

My next project is a dyno-tune at Morpower to gain another 35-40 wheel kWs, but importantly a big gain in torque.

I also at the same time want to upgrade my brakes. Very interested if anyone has done this?

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Old Dec 11, 2020 | 02:23 PM
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Originally Posted by ShakyTom
For those installing this grille with the 360 camera, how is the alignment of that since install?

I purchased one of these grilles when they were first released and the camera positioning was complete whack and screwed up the 360 cam.
I had the same issue with mine and I’m desperately looking for one that fits correctly so I can swap it out. Any luck with this?
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Old Dec 11, 2020 | 04:29 PM
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No camera system. Not a bad install even for a novice.
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Old Dec 18, 2020 | 08:28 PM
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No camera system. Not a bad install even for a novice.

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Old Aug 6, 2021 | 04:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Forest Jim
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/For-Came...cAAOSwxrpbYwBm

I was surprised at how quick the delivery was from China to Australia. Less than 2 weeks.

hi I know this was a few years ago, but the link has expired...... Can you please tell me the grille code if you still have it ?
I've been struggling for weeks trying to find one that will fit the camera and radar sensor
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Old Sep 20, 2021 | 01:45 AM
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This looks great Paj.
I've got a 2016, same colour / wheels as you but still have the Diamond Grille. Looking to update the Panamericana but can't decide between the gloss black or the chrome black. Any thoughts? Purchasing through MarsPerformance in Vic.
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Old Sep 20, 2021 | 08:48 AM
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Just installed mine a few weeks ago, definitely a few hour install, but pretty straightforward with some YouTube videos.

Absolutely changes the look of the car, all black, and I love it. Got mine off Amazon for $115 shipped. Perfect fit, less two clips that I probably could have forced, but not worth the risk of breaking something. I also added a mesh behind the grill, since the new grill is wide open and I’ve seen posts of concerns on stones / debris damaging the radiator.

Enjoy. (Not sure why one pic is a thumbnail and the other is not!)

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Old Oct 11, 2022 | 10:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Darrington
Just installed mine a few weeks ago, definitely a few hour install, but pretty straightforward with some YouTube videos.

Absolutely changes the look of the car, all black, and I love it. Got mine off Amazon for $115 shipped. Perfect fit, less two clips that I probably could have forced, but not worth the risk of breaking something. I also added a mesh behind the grill, since the new grill is wide open and I’ve seen posts of concerns on stones / debris damaging the radiator.

Enjoy. (Not sure why one pic is a thumbnail and the other is not!)

Link for your grille?
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