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Old Feb 23, 2011 | 07:18 AM
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02 to 03 AMG front bumber conversion

So I've recently purchased a 02 S430 with the AMG aero on it and was wondering what was involved in converting front end over to a 03 AMG aero. I know the hood is different and would need to be replaced but would that be all? Would I need to change the fenders too? I know it's probably been asked before but I could seem to dig up the answer so I thought I would just ask. Thanks
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Old Feb 23, 2011 | 12:02 PM
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I just read a post about this actually. According to the person who converted (02 AMG bumper to 04 AMG bumper) all that needs to be done is to get the updated hood as well. It is slightly larger to fit the S600's turbo's so they just mass produced one size hood. I think you should be ok on the rest.
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Old Feb 23, 2011 | 07:30 PM
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First off thanks for the quick response and that is great news!!!! Now I just have to find a hood haha Any suggestions on a cold air intake setup???

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Old Feb 23, 2011 | 10:34 PM
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Im sorry chocolatecocain!

I read more into the thread (search AMG bumper facelift) and it seems as though the headlights also have changed shape.. search that in the forums you should find some out exactly.
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 03:51 AM
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Originally Posted by ChocolateCocain
So I've recently purchased a 02 S430 with the AMG aero on it and was wondering what was involved in converting front end over to a 03 AMG aero. I know the hood is different and would need to be replaced but would that be all? Would I need to change the fenders too? I know it's probably been asked before but I could seem to dig up the answer so I thought I would just ask. Thanks
to update from 00-02 to 03-06, you need your hood modified, new grille, new bumper moldings, new bumper mesh grilles...

source: self experience...
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 09:38 AM
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to update from 00-02 to 03-06, you need your hood modified, new grille, new bumper moldings, new bumper mesh grilles...

source: self experience...
What about the headlights mercedesauto?
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 01:27 PM
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What about the headlights mercedesauto?
headlights are the same size/shape
actually, if you're already replacing the bumper, you should also upgrade to the projector type headlights instead of the dull factory reflector headlights
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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 12:57 AM
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What about the headlights mercedesauto?
if you are face-lifting your car, you should put the clear headlights... but you don't have to make the change, you will be OK with your old ones...
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bumpity bump.

does anyone know where to find the 03+ left and right impact strips with no corner lights??

i noticed some have the lights and some dont on the impact strips, thanks in advance guys
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Originally Posted by classyS
bumpity bump.

does anyone know where to find the 03+ left and right impact strips with no corner lights??

i noticed some have the lights and some dont on the impact strips, thanks in advance guys
EZ solution is just to paint them with matching car's color. You dont have to replace anything and it looks nice. You can paint existing parts or get some off ebay and have spare once just in case.
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Old Mar 1, 2011 | 02:45 PM
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mobilusa - yeah thats what i was thinkin to begin with, im all for it now and i totally agree
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ALSO DON'T FORGET TO GET THE CLEAR SIGNAL LIGHTS ON THE MIRRORS.
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