Argelius

When I spec’d out my ca (2019 E450C), I somehow didn’t realize that by not getting the “AMG package” meant that my grille would be all black (instead of having the “pins” be chrome). So I decided to fix it (with a paint pen). I’ve completed the top portion. Relatively easy and I think it looks great!

Jesper Skovlund

Hello Argelius,
Great job! I am very curious as to which kind of pen you got for that? Do have a link for the pen you used? I am thinking that the paint should be very, very resistant to weather, rain, cold etc? How long did it take you to do the top part?

thanks!
Jesper.

Argelius

Here's the product I used. One pen was enough to cover the whole grill. It was surprisingly easy. Maybe took 40 minutes. Looks like it's going to be durable...and easy to do touchups.

Jesper Skovlund

Thanks for the reply - sounds good! The link doesnt work though - can you possibly try again with the link for the pen...? Thank you!

Argelius

Sorry about the link. Try this one.

https://shrtm.nu/9psN

The product is Kryon 9902 Silver Leafing Pen

Jesper Skovlund

The link works - thanks a lot!

Jesper Skovlund

I have a follow up question: how does it respond to a carwash - and rainy weather? how often do you need to retouch? I got the pen now, and am still contemplating to go ahead with or not :-)

Argelius

I’ve only had it on for about a month and so far, no problems. One car wash. No rain (I live in SoCal) but we have had temps over 110° and it still looks great.

mrmotoguzzi00

if you want the paint to stay long term, you need to clean and skuff the surface...

Jesper Skovlund

Thanks all!