Which grille fits 460?

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asianbond
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Seen that the grille on 463 and current G55s are different, can they fit straight onto a 460?

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Re: Which grille fits 460?

No.

The only grille that fits a 460 is from another 460. And what is the issue? A very nice looking 460 looks very nice indeed.

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Re: Which grille fits 460?

Thinking of converting my 86 280gel to the new G55 look. getting quote from mb parts specialist for g55 style front bumper, front fenders, headlight surround, griller, rear bumpers..etc

Are the front fenders different between 460 and 463?

Any thoughts guys?

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Re: Which grille fits 460?

I've a thought!!

But putting it politely, don't bother. Wholly uneconomical to do right, and a bodge job will simply ruin a perfectly good G.

Save your pennies and wait for an early 463. that way you will at least have the proper start to convert to a look a like.

(Not just talking out my A*** by the way... I've tried it!! :oops: )

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hope that answers your questions Asianbond.

asianbond
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Re: Which grille fits 460?

would love to trade up to a 461 or 463 but not feasible given where I am in Hong Kong. Only able to import 460s.

Already got parts quote from dealer. It appears the front fender are different between 460 and 463. Total parts cost would be around 4-5k usd.

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Total parts cost would be around 4-5k usd.

Why bother?
The classic clean uncluttered lines of the 460 are pure (G) Class.
Form following function, as it should be :D
Errrmm, that line might provoke an argument or two...