New CL style grill in silver - Photos!
#26
Okay, I couldn't take it anymore. I just placed my order for the silver star grill. I actually ordered the flat hood ornament from Jerry on Tuesday and got it in the mail today! Talk about fast shipping and great customer service. I am hoping to have the grill in the mail by Saturday and maybe installed by Sunday. I'm so excited it's pathetic.
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Originally Posted by Samoan_Ridah
Okay, I couldn't take it anymore. I just placed my order for the silver star grill. I actually ordered the flat hood ornament from Jerry on Tuesday and got it in the mail today! Talk about fast shipping and great customer service. I am hoping to have the grill in the mail by Saturday and maybe installed by Sunday. I'm so excited it's pathetic.
#30
Thanks guys! And yes this is my first official mod so I'm really excited. I was thinking about doing the airmatic lowering too but I'm not sure I'll be able to buy a dremel tool and figure out how to use it in one day. I'm glad to hear that this mod won't be brain surgery like every other retrofit on these cars.
Oh and yes, Jerry is on top of everything!
Oh and yes, Jerry is on top of everything!
#31
Originally Posted by Samoan_Ridah
Thanks guys! And yes this is my first official mod so I'm really excited. I was thinking about doing the airmatic lowering too but I'm not sure I'll be able to buy a dremel tool and figure out how to use it in one day. I'm glad to hear that this mod won't be brain surgery like every other retrofit on these cars.
Oh and yes, Jerry is on top of everything!
Oh and yes, Jerry is on top of everything!
Hey Samoan, will you be keeping your stock grill? I'm willing to buy it off of you.
#33
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2007 CLS550 Designo; 2009 Mini Cooper; 2011 BMW 335d
Not to steal the thread, but I just installed the grill in black. I love it! It makes the car look more sporty but still elegant. Ive gotten lots of compliments and stares. I got it for $180 from ebay.
Last edited by locomercedes; 01-15-2005 at 05:48 PM.
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Originally Posted by Samoan_Ridah
I need some help installing the flat hood ornament. Anyone know how to take the original one off?
#35
Thanks Jack! I got everything installed in around 25 minutes or so. I still can't believe this installation was so easy. I couldn't even change the billet grill on my old Expedition by myself.
I'll post pics later but for reference you can just refer to Mortenstein's pics above, looks exactly like it.
I'll post pics later but for reference you can just refer to Mortenstein's pics above, looks exactly like it.
#37
Did I scare you with the first pic of both the CL grill and the stand up hood ornament? :p
I actually kinda miss the hood ornament but I have to keep reminding myself that it looks so much better from the front of the car. I never realized how much the front star helped me judge how close I was to whatever is in front of me, like when parking. But I think I gained about .02mpg with the more aerodynamic emblem and I feel like I gained at least 6hp with the CL-style grill.
Now I have to update my sig. Thanks for all your help guys!
I actually kinda miss the hood ornament but I have to keep reminding myself that it looks so much better from the front of the car. I never realized how much the front star helped me judge how close I was to whatever is in front of me, like when parking. But I think I gained about .02mpg with the more aerodynamic emblem and I feel like I gained at least 6hp with the CL-style grill.
Now I have to update my sig. Thanks for all your help guys!
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Originally Posted by Samoan_Ridah
Did I scare you with the first pic of both the CL grill and the stand up hood ornament? :p
I actually kinda miss the hood ornament but I have to keep reminding myself that it looks so much better from the front of the car. I never realized how much the front star helped me judge how close I was to whatever is in front of me, like when parking. But I think I gained about .02mpg with the more aerodynamic emblem and I feel like I gained at least 6hp with the CL-style grill.
Now I have to update my sig. Thanks for all your help guys!
I actually kinda miss the hood ornament but I have to keep reminding myself that it looks so much better from the front of the car. I never realized how much the front star helped me judge how close I was to whatever is in front of me, like when parking. But I think I gained about .02mpg with the more aerodynamic emblem and I feel like I gained at least 6hp with the CL-style grill.
Now I have to update my sig. Thanks for all your help guys!
#40
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locomerdedes...your call looks great. Which ebay seller did you buy from. Have been looking at the various grills and am ready to buy. Can you let me know which one?
Thanks Jeff
Thanks Jeff
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I bought from mancouver. The last I saw he did increase the prices for the grills to 189 + shipping(there must be an increasing demand), but I think he's still lower than most other sellers.
see here
see here
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Am I the only one that thinks the CL grill looks goofy on the W211? Its like there are just one too many "circles" in the front of the car. If that gaudy star wasnt so big, maybe smaller than the inner lights, would look better. I think a star-less CL grill would look best. I love the look of the grill itself, but hate the big star.
Not trying to hate, just doesnt sit right through my eyes. Do they make a CL grill without the star?
Not trying to hate, just doesnt sit right through my eyes. Do they make a CL grill without the star?
#44
I am right there with you Brav.. I think the grill looks gaudy and goofy.
The front of the E is to small for such a large emblem... but just as people continue to buy chrome fender trim, neon kits, headlight covers etc... people will continue to buy the CL grills
The front of the E is to small for such a large emblem... but just as people continue to buy chrome fender trim, neon kits, headlight covers etc... people will continue to buy the CL grills
#45
Originally Posted by Brav
Am I the only one that thinks the CL grill looks goofy on the W211? Its like there are just one too many "circles" in the front of the car. If that gaudy star wasnt so big, maybe smaller than the inner lights, would look better. I think a star-less CL grill would look best. I love the look of the grill itself, but hate the big star.
Not trying to hate, just doesnt sit right through my eyes. Do they make a CL grill without the star?
Not trying to hate, just doesnt sit right through my eyes. Do they make a CL grill without the star?
I have the CL grille and love it, but until you mentioned this I really never really focused on how many circles were on the front of the car - the double lights, the CL grill and the flat emblem - it's like one of those optical illusions - it depends on what you focus on. I love the look on my car, but when I focus on the circles I can definitely see what you're saying. Needless to say, I'm not focusing on the circles anymore!
There's definitely a split among my friends - I'd say 50/50 love it/think it's an abomination!
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Originally Posted by Brav
Am I the only one that thinks the CL grill looks goofy on the W211? Its like there are just one too many "circles" in the front of the car. If that gaudy star wasnt so big, maybe smaller than the inner lights, would look better. I think a star-less CL grill would look best. I love the look of the grill itself, but hate the big star.
Not trying to hate, just doesnt sit right through my eyes. Do they make a CL grill without the star?
Not trying to hate, just doesnt sit right through my eyes. Do they make a CL grill without the star?
Steve
#47
after putting on the stock grill back on for winter.....the car looks too plain IMO. my friends say my car went back to an old man's car again with my stock grill and stock appearance wheels....LOL (I don't agree with them but that's their opinion). Have another CL grill coming (another tester grill) so I can use one for winter and one for summer. that's what's great about aftermarket parts...."choices".
Last edited by LIONHEAD; 01-20-2005 at 10:33 AM.
#49
Here is my take on it... The main reason I changed the grill was because the OEM grill is much too plain jane. It looks so boring and old fashioned. I mean it's the same grill I had on my CLK and it's the same grill that has been on the E for nearly the last decade. I wanted a change and when I saw the silver grill and how it had the larger "fins" I knew it was meant to be. I do agree that the star is a tad bit on the gaudy side but the pros of this grill definitely outweigh the one slight con.
If they made a silver grill exactly like the one I installed without the star I would have bought that in a heartbeat. Maybe you need to see it in person to really appreciate it. When looking at the pictures it does look a little busy but staring at a picture doesn't do this modification any justice.
To each his own I guess.
If they made a silver grill exactly like the one I installed without the star I would have bought that in a heartbeat. Maybe you need to see it in person to really appreciate it. When looking at the pictures it does look a little busy but staring at a picture doesn't do this modification any justice.
To each his own I guess.
#50
Sorry about re-opening this thread, but I was thinking about getting a CL-style grill and was wondering which color one would look better on my white e320. Would appreciate any opinions. TIA.