The Evo sport grill

Sep 13, 2003 | 11:37 AM

kevintari

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The Evo sport grill

I was looking at a picture of it on the evo site, but it looks like there's just a hole in the middle where the MB star goes--what up?

Sep 13, 2003 | 12:33 PM

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Let me post a few more pictures to clear up the confusion. The grill definitely has a star in it. It is actually a CL grill and CL Style Hood.

Do these pictures help?

Thanks,

Ben

Sep 13, 2003 | 01:39 PM

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Hey,

I want to get this type of grill on my 02 CLK 320. Do you guys know how or where abouts I go get more info or get it done.

It looks sweet on these pics you guys posted up.

Let me know. Thanks -

shokher

Sep 13, 2003 | 02:15 PM

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Definitely--thanks.

Sep 13, 2003 | 02:18 PM

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The grill can only fit with the hood. They are part of the Expression Hood and Grill combo that cost about $2000 and i believe its made of fiberglass...

Sep 13, 2003 | 02:21 PM

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Is there anyway we can just the grill?

Sep 13, 2003 | 03:03 PM

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really? at first glance that looks just like the hood on my designo--is mine different than a stock clk?

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Sep 13, 2003 | 05:22 PM

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You can get the grill without the hood, but it won't do much good if you want to put it on your car

. In person, the 2 hoods are quite different. Take your CLK and park next to a CL and do a comparison. The angles and curvature of the CL's hood are much more refined and elegant.

Those wheels on the bottom picture are my current track wheels.

We sell both, feel free to call me with any questions.

Thanks,

Ben

Sep 14, 2003 | 06:39 AM

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The grill is very nice! In truth I can't see the differences in the hood. I'm surev there are but lookig the picture the shape of the hood looks like the original one. Ben can you give us information about the diffrences? The original CL hood is different in shape and sizes, but this one has to feet in the clk end for me looks like the original one of clk. Thanks ben

Sep 14, 2003 | 12:48 PM

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It really is quite different. It fits the CLK and covers the engine bay, as any hood would, but otherwise there isn't much they share in common. Go park your car next to a CL, and look at the different curvatures and angles, you'll see what I mean.

Sep 14, 2003 | 01:49 PM

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Ok, comparing the pictures I can see that the grill is smaller in the CL hood than in the clk hood.
No doubt the best one is the CL one, unfortunately is a bit expensive and you have to waste the clk hood. . The only alternative looks to be big one on the silver clk, for a cheap mod.
Here there are the different grills picture I found. I will compare the difference in the hood next time I will see a CL.

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Sep 14, 2003 | 01:51 PM

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Sep 14, 2003 | 02:12 PM

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Franz,

How or where can I get just the grill that you are talking about. I am ok with the hood, I would love to get the grill for my 02 CLK 320.

Regards,

shokher

Sep 14, 2003 | 07:33 PM

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Pictures 1 and 6 are the same hood & grill. Pictures 3 and 5 are also the same grill.

Sep 15, 2003 | 01:16 PM

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Quote:

Originally posted by shokher
Franz,

How or where can I get just the grill that you are talking about. I am ok with the hood, I would love to get the grill for my 02 CLK 320.

Regards,

shokher

If you are just referring to the "big star grill" then it can be found here, but if you are talking about the smaller grill that Mach430 has, you will have to do a full conversion to the CL hood and grill.

Sep 15, 2003 | 01:59 PM

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That's what I was tlaking about...it says "radiator star not included"...what up with that? What does that cost on top of it???

Sep 15, 2003 | 03:46 PM

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That's what I was tlaking about...it says "radiator star not included"...what up with that? What does that cost on top of it???

The radiator emblem is the Flat Hood Ornament and not the center star in the grill. It does come with the center star but if you want the Flat Hood Ornament, pictured below, it is $22 from them and probably cheaper on eBay. This is to replace the upright star and not to be confused with the center star for the grill.

Sep 15, 2003 | 03:49 PM

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So how do you get the center star for the grill then?

Sep 15, 2003 | 05:11 PM

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So how do you get the center star for the grill then?

Yes.

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Star included for the center of the grille.

Sep 15, 2003 | 05:14 PM

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All of the grills that have a star come with the star. I believe the reason it is not always shown by the aftermarket company is because of licensing/trademark concerns.