NE1 got or installed the Strut mesh grill?`

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E55 KEV

Discussion Starter · Nov 14, 2004

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I like the look of the Strut grill especilly the wider surrounding outer frame. The Strut grill seemed to be more prevalent at the SEMA show especially on the Celebrity and DUB cars. Anyone done this one yet. Does this one require any drilling like the E&G grills? How much is it?

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fatchance

· #2 · Nov 14, 2004

The price is $3400.00, there are a ton of post on this grill. Pretty much saying nice grill but over priced by $3000.00. It does look good

E55 KEV

Discussion Starter · #3 · Nov 14, 2004

WOW! Did not know that it was that damn pricey. That is ridiculous!

tjonathan

· #4 · Nov 14, 2004

E55 KEV said:
WOW! Did not know that it was that damn pricey. That is ridiculous!

Kev,

Strut gave away so many grilles to SEMA exhibitors it had to cost them a fortune. Now if you take our stainless grille, triple chrome plate it and the mesh we can make you a grille for between $1,000.-$1,200. We really didn't think there would be enough market to make this expensive a grille and sales have backed this up. Everybody I speak with that has our grille(s) is very satisfied.

However if there are about 25 serious buyers, we'd be happy to look into doing one.

E55 KEV

Discussion Starter · #5 · Nov 14, 2004 (Edited)

Jon, I like the unique look of the Strut but not the price. It is not worth it. That is 10% of the cost of a 300C.

I guess an E&G grille is the way to go - can you guys do a next generation grille and make the surrounding frame a little bigger.

I think the left, right and bottom surround should be the same width as the top. It would look more symetrical or balanced.

tjonathan

· #6 · Nov 19, 2004

Grilles

LOTHP said:
Almost be worth making a run and advertising them at that price. It would absolutely torpedo your competitors at Strut.

I'm one of the very satisfied.

Thanks for the compliment!

wgcdre

· #7 · Dec 3, 2004

I actually just ordered a Strut grill today. Should be installing on Monday.

II kings 9:20

· #8 · Dec 3, 2004

I am very happy with my E&G mesh, and NO DRILLING of the stock grille. I do like the thicker surround but as Kev mentioned 10% of the friggin price of the car is beyond laughable.

wgcdre

· #9 · Dec 3, 2004

II kings 9:20 said:
I am very happy with my E&G mesh, and NO DRILLING of the stock grille. I do like the thicker surround but as Kev mentioned 10% of the friggin price of the car is beyond laughable.

I understand where you're coming from and why you think it is laughable.
But remember that the Strut grille is catered to those with high financial net-worth.

Northern Rider

· #10 · Dec 4, 2004

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My E&G Grille is absolutely top quality construction. Was easy to install. It fits perfectly - no squeeks or rattles.

As to the appearance - you be the judge:

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HEMEEE

· #11 · Dec 4, 2004

Yummy Northern Rider, and those headlights make a statement too! Are they smoked as well? or photoshopped (not listed in your mods)? It looks absolutely defiant, love it!

Northern Rider

· #12 · Dec 4, 2004

Headlights are photochopped ( I posted up the wrong picture). I have been playing with eyebrows and tinting ideas on the lights.

wgcdre

· #13 · Dec 5, 2004

Hey Northern, do you have a pic of the back of your car? I'd like to see those 4 inch exhaust tips.

Northern Rider

· #14 · Dec 5, 2004 (Edited)

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wgcdre said:
Hey Northern, do you have a pic of the back of your car? I'd like to see those 4 inch exhaust tips.

Sure.

http://www.300cforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1807&stc=1

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E55 KEV

Discussion Starter · #15 · Dec 6, 2004

wgcdre said:
I understand where you're coming from and why you think it is laughable.
But remember that the Strut grille is catered to those with high financial net-worth.

Mucho Dinero? Don't forget to order the Jacob and Co. Diamond clock bezel and clock when available.

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wgcdre

· #16 · Dec 6, 2004

Just installed the Strut grille today. It does look nice.
Price was $2,295 for the set from my dealer.

E55 KEV

Discussion Starter · #17 · Dec 6, 2004

wgcdre said:
Just installed the Strut grille today. It does look nice.
Price was $2,295 for the set from my dealer.

That is a low price. It retails for $3,400. Where?

wgcdre

· #18 · Dec 7, 2004 (Edited)

www.directwheel.com

They ordered it for me. It didn't have the side air vents though. Still considering whether I should get them or not.

Projekt 300C

· #19 · Dec 7, 2004

wgcdre said:
Just installed the Strut grille today. It does look nice.
Price was $2,295 for the set from my dealer.

That is a good price, dealer cost on it is 2,089. So they were very fair. Any pics? Do u know if they sell the Strut badges sep.?

wgcdre

· #20 · Dec 7, 2004

I'll try to put some pics up soon. My car color is Magnesium Pearl.

I'm not too sure if they sell the Strut badges separately or not.

Projekt 300C said:
That is a good price, dealer cost on it is 2,089. So they were very fair. Any pics? Do u know if they sell the Strut badges sep.?

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