Grill Peeling?

[eJay]

I purchased an '06 with Sport package (35,000 miles) about a week ago and I noticed that the outermost finish of the front grill is peeling off. I did some search on the forum but couldn't find anyone else ('03-'08) with this problem. Do you guys think that the dealer will replace the grill (Sport grill) under the warranty?

Here are some pics:

 

[tmnjfx35]

eJay- I would def have the selling dealer replace that I wouldn't really care if it was a defect or something the original owner did- especially if it was sold cpo.
Have it done along with the faded door trim- they'll probably have to order the parts-so expect 2 trips.

 

[Dr.2K]

If the FX is still under warranty then it should be replaceable due to defect.

 

[eJay]

Okay I'll definitely bring it in to the dealer when I go back home (in about two weeks). Thanks for the info guys!

 

[Mongolian]

Um... it looks like rock chips to me. I have similar "peels" caused by regular highway driving or small debris hitting my grill.

 

[jbaker1121]

i have peels from a chemical dripping on it when i got my clearbra removed. the dealer should replace it if it is under warranty...

 

[Qwikhas]

I got mine done under warranty with no problem.

 

[jungmo216]

same problem about 6months ago take it to dealer they will replace under factory warranty

 

[Bklynjohn718]

PAINT IT BLACK!!! LoL

 

[sirtrojan]

My grill looks almost the same. So have to consider painting.

 

[BNZ TOY]

I just picked up a used 06 with the sport package and the peeling is much worse than the OPs. I found that the cost from the dealer is about 350$!

Is there a better/cheaper place to buy this OEM? I have tried eBay but there are only the Aftermarket ones. Thanks in advance!

 

[PMG 705]

Ever think about having a body shop paint it for about $100?



TapaTalkin'

 

[la_fx35]

Why not just sand off the chrome and spray it with Krylon paint. Many went that route. It will give the FX a custom look too. You can have it painted by a body shop too if you like. Paint it body color is another idea!

 

[BNZ TOY]

Thanks both of you for your replies. Yes, the painting would be easier and cost effective (I would do it myself just like I have for my B6 A4). However, in this case I really do prefer the OEM sport pkg grill for this car.

It was mostly wishful thinking that there is a way to refinish this grill, but I knew chances are I will need to pony up for a new one if I want the exact same look. Cheers.

 

[shadow191]

They make a black chrome spray paint, that might get you close to the OEM finish.

 

[BNZ TOY]

They make a black chrome spray paint, that might get you close to the OEM finish.

hmmm, didn't know they existed. I found Dupli-Color Shadow. I can't link it because I only have 4 posts. Has anyone tried it or willing to try?

 

[fxlr8]

https://www.infinitiscene.com/search/1/?q=9769-Duplicolor-Shadow-Black-Chrome-Spray

 

[BNZ TOY]

Yep, that's the stuff. Thanks. I think I'll give this a try at my buddy's bodyshop (no dust) before thinking about a new grill.

 

[shadow191]

I've seen pics of where they used it on headlight housings to get a black chrome finish. It looked pretty OEM.

 

[BNZ TOY]

I've seen pics of where they used it on headlight housings to get a black chrome finish. It looked pretty OEM.

I'm going to look into this further and if I do try it I will post pix regardless of how it turns out.