Along came the Spyder

[Jessjandu]

Hi guys,
After several 911 porsches and a few Ferraris, I finally took delivery of a new R8 Spyder last month. All Black with titanium wheels and Piano Black trim.
I can honestly say that it is by far the best car I have ever owned. The only car that is probably better is the Ferrari 458, which truly is amazing to drive. However the point is that I have an amazing car and I have saved 250k by not having the 458.
The one thing that I just do not like is the huge black plate on the front grill. I am thinking of having it removed but wanted to know if anyone has done this and if it looks any better. Some photos would be awesome.
Jess

[Rit2]

... who sat down beside her, and gobbled Ms.Muffet away!!!

Welcome

Here's something you can look at,

http://www.motortrend.com/auto_shows.../photo_14.html

... and if you do like it, I don't know where you can get it, but I'm sure the others can help.

Enjoy the ride!

[homewood]

The one thing that I just do not like is the huge black plate on the front grill.

Completely agree. Many states don't require front license plate. Thought there should be a kit that restores entire front grill without interruption.

By the way, have also been using the tag "Along came a spyder..". Have this as a plate on the front of my RS4 and new license plate on Spyder will read: ALONGKM

[Jessjandu]

Thanks.
I dont really like the "Chicken Wire Mesh" Grill. LOL
Audi Dealer just told me that it will take a couple of hours to remove the front bumper and then remove the horrible plate. It will leave 4 holes to cover. I am only thinking of doing this as my Number plate is just ONE letter. So the problem is if and when I sell the car, I will have to replace the black plastic slab so that the new owner can put his digits on it.

[gazza1]

Look here..

http://oemplus.com/index.php?main_pa...Path=60_62_127

http://www.europrice.us/

[homewood]

gazza1: the links that you provided only showed grill conversions with a smooth plate across center of grill where the license would go. Did I miss something? Looking for a conversion that would allow for uniform appearance of grill.

[SteveR]

I would call or email those guys. They are both very responsive and if such a thing exists, they would know. OEMplus may even be able to make it for you if it doesn't.

[homewood]

Thanks for the tip. Have emailed both. Will post if such an animal exists or can be made.

[rawg]

spent 300-400 to have front grill of v8 changed to chrome v10, done by non-stealership and it and took about 2.5-3 hours..... just in case you're curious

I would love a grill like the one in the upcoming rs5 though...


I miss my car (6 more days and counting..)

[homewood]

Did your newly modified chrome grill have plastic plate across it or was it free of that ?