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Old 01-03-2007, 06:44 AM
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Default Lower chrome grill border?
I've searched and can't find what I'm looking for...maybe I'm just nuts...but, I see A6's that have the lower grill with chrome around it. It looks factory, but mine doesn't have it. When I say that, I mean the rectangular section below the front license plate mount...

Is there a part number I can take to audi and buy that? What does it normally run? And how hard is it to install?
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Old 01-03-2007, 07:04 AM
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Hmm..I have one and I know its stock. You can buy it and its easy to install..Not sure on price or part number though.
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Default Check the tech section
I believe there's an article in there that describes a DIY version using some window trim and an exacto knife.
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Default pre-facelift (>'01.5) did not have chrome trim
the trim from newer models does not fit the older.
see audiSean's post - I added the trim but you can't really tell on silver.
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i have that trim on the lower grille on my car....don't know what model you're driving....
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Default Just searched, found nada on the DIY for the chrome trim.
Can someone point me in the right direction? My cheap *** was about to slap on some electrical tape and call it a day lol.
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Pre-facelift V6's don't have it.
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Default Remove grille, cut off existing plastic lip around grille, put chrome door moulding from Pep Boys on
replace grille, done.
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Default Thanks, but i was looking for the opposite write up. (i want to rid of the chrome)
I guess i can use the weatherstripping that can be found at Home Depot?
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Default Try to source a Euro Blackout grille, that would be your best option...
otherwise I would try painting it. You'll need to sand off the existing finish first, it will be hard since it's a delicate piece.
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