stratman

Hello all,

I've been driving without the front license plate (I'm in CA) and so far have not been cited. I understand that it's no longer a fix it ticket but a fine of $200.00 or so. Now I have the stock front license assembly and am considering installing it. Question is: Do you all think that the center bracket that snaps into place on the center post of the grill area is enough to hold it without drilling the two holes (which I don't want to do)? I've looked around MBWorld and on the web but haven't found anything other than after market stuff.

Danthedogman

E634Me

stratman

Yea, I was thinking about using a very small piece of double sided 3M tape to secure the plate holder where the two screws would go. But I understand that it's difficult to remove the tape and I'm thinking it may damage the paint so I'm going to try just securing it with the bracket that clips on to the vertical bar on the grill area like Danthedogman has done.

S63AMG888

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E634Me

I thought about the double sided tape, and then thought about the Velcro approach instead for two reasons. One that it would be easier to remove the plate when I want to, and two because with the plate removed, one could use a heat gun to soften the adhesive of the Velcro patch.

Bimmermaniac

I have an Euro front license plate bracket, and I use the center screw and then two 3M Dual Lock Velcro squares where the other two screw in holes were supposed to be drilled through. I picked the Dual Lock squares at Home Depot. Works amazing, holds perfectly and haven't had a single issue with falling, or separation or anything washing the car, or just driving. My car has front end Suntek Ultra PPF, so I wasn't too worried about things getting stuck to the paint and having issues later on.

E634Me

stratman

Ok, you guys talked me into the Velcro stuff. I'll get some tomorrow and be done with this. Thanks everyone for your suggestions! I very much appreciate them.

Michael Khan

So you guys are adding the velcro to just the plate, or attaching it to the front plate mount?

E634Me

I haven't done it yet - will wait till after I'm pulled over if I fail to talk my way out of it. I keep the plate in the trunk on the mount and would pull it out and show that it was a little wiggly and removed that day because I was worried it would fall off. May not fly but figure its worth a try.

If/when I do mount it, the Velcro (or non brand equivalent) tabs would be mounted to the front plate bracket on the back where the mounting screw pads are, and the other side on the front bumper.

Michael Khan

I have driven down the same stretch of highway next to my house so many times and there is always a cop there. I got pulled over once and the cop was super cool and just wanted to check out the car and we talked about cars. I got pulled over today and this heavy accent Italian cop did not give a **** lol. I told them I dont have a front plate because I am waiting for the bracket from the manufacturer and showed him my front plate but still gave me a ticket, just a fine I have to pay. I am trying to see if I send a pic to the DMV and get the ticket dropped so I dont have to go to court and if that does not work and I will just pay the fine. Still wont put on a front plate.

wdimagineer

I also have a European license plate bracket on the front (with real plates - I'm German) and I use 3M double-sided VHB tape to hold it in place. This only lasts so long until one side gives. I suspect it has something to do with the combination of Xpel PPF and Ceramic Pro. The velcro idea is something I will try. Thank you. I was going to try magnets behind the bumper but don't want to take it off again.

Tirgoman

Check out Skeene brackets, been using them for years, no unsightly holes, used them on both Porsches and AMGs

Michael Khan

Can I just velcro the plate with out the mount on to the car? I have ppf on the front anyways. Think about ordering this one
https://www.velcro.com/products/indu...-for-auto/?sku