Hi, I like the Grill upgrade.
Where did you source yours (if you have a link that would be great)
Also do you have any write up on the install on any tips on removal and install.
Thanks

 

Here is the eBay link from where I bought it. The youtube video helped. The only difference was my old grill was different and was not fixed with rivet as shown in the video. It was a simple swap. You need to take out front which is also easy to remove except for two screws under the fender on each side but once you know the location it is easy to remove, the video will help. Also, note I broke one tab of the fender which was stuck but as it is held by two screws so no issue in putting it back. Also if you want to add some extra daylight running DRL you can also plan to install it. Check the image below I also added DRL with sequential turn signal afterward but if you plan you can do it at the same time.

Also, I added a mesh grill to prevent any stone from hitting the radiator. I got a grill from Homedepot and painted it black. Installed it between the Panamericana grille and radiator, it is not easily visible.

Panamericana Grill: https://www.ebay.com/itm/383857606394

DRL: https://www.ebay.com/itm/203750044000?var=504185930054

Grill removal Video:

 

I have to confess that the lower two photos in your original post threw me for a loop and I had to look really hard at them. At first I thought that the graphic on the pillar behind the rear door was a horn or fin sticking out with its shadow going from the base of the horn to the rear of the panel. Silly me. I thought it an interesting demonstration of how weird human perception can be (or maybe just a demonstration of how weird I am - not sure). :-)

 

LOL no photoshop. Just original pic.

 

Wow, looks amazing. My 17 GLE is the same color and I've been wanting to upgrade the grill just like you did. Looks so good. Would you mind also linking the fins you put on the front fender?