Front Plate

TacoZ · 12-27-2008, 03:36 AM

Does anyone know how they are bolting on the front license plate? I hope they aren't going to drill a hole into the front bumper. Some dealers are known to do that crap and I would not buy a car with holes in the front bumper.

In California, it is required that you have both the front and back plate on at all times. I always take off the front because it looks fugly with it on.

WUKILLABEEZ78 · 12-27-2008, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by TacoZ

Does anyone know how they are bolting on the front license plate? I hope they aren't going to drill a hole into the front bumper. Some dealers are known to do that crap and I would not buy a car with holes in the front bumper.

In California, it is required that you have both the front and back plate on at all times. I always take off the front because it looks fugly with it on.

In NC only a rear plate is required and that's great because I hate how cars look with front plates. As far as dealers go many of them do put their special dealer plate on the front and they do typically put it up there by drilling two holes in the front of the bumper. I'm not worried about the dealer doing this to my 370Z though because I'm ordering mine from the factory and will tell them not to put on the dealer plate.

TacoZ · 12-27-2008, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by WUKILLABEEZ78

In NC only a rear plate is required and that's great because I hate how cars look with front plates. As far as dealers go many of them do put their special dealer plate on the front and they do typically put it up there by drilling two holes in the front of the bumper. I'm not worried about the dealer doing this to my 370Z though because I'm ordering mine from the factory and will tell them not to put on the dealer plate.

I'm gonna sound so stupid for this but, you can order from the factory? How do you do that? And does that mean you only have to pay invoice? If so, why doesn't everyone do this?

WUKILLABEEZ78 · 12-27-2008, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by TacoZ

I'm gonna sound so stupid for this but, you can order from the factory? How do you do that? And does that mean you only have to pay invoice? If so, why doesn't everyone do this?

Of course you can order from the factory. You just go to the dealership, configure all the options you want on the car and then tell them to order it. They generally have you put a deposit down on the car (I put down $1000 when I ordered my G sedan). It's that simple. Then when the car comes you go pick it up (or they'll bring it to you if you live far away from the dealership) and you pay for it (set up the financing), etc... When you order from the factory you generally aren't able to get as good a deal as when you buy off the lot but getting the exact car you want (not having to compromise on choosing from only what they have on the lot) makes up for it for those who do it. More people don't buy from the factory because most people are impatient and want their vehicle right away. My G sedan was the first car I ever ordered from the factory and it was a very positive experience. I will never buy off the lot again.

AK370Z · 12-27-2008, 03:44 AM

I think you have the drill onto the front bumper

. I do remember Stillen coming out with a great product for the 350Z. Maybe you can contact Stillen. They ARE one of our sponsors

TacoZ · 12-27-2008, 03:59 AM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

I think you have the drill onto the front bumper

. I do remember Stillen coming out with a great product for the 350Z. Maybe you can contact Stillen. They ARE one of our sponsors

Like this one:

AK370Z · 12-27-2008, 04:18 AM

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Like this one:

Yes. Though, I went with ZEEBracket and I love it. It's been holding up really good. I'm pretty sure STILLEN one is waaay better crafted and more rigid.

Looking forward to STILLEN'S answer for the 370z

nogoodname · 12-27-2008, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by TacoZ

Like this one:

yea, that went into the tow hook thing...the 370 doesnt have a tow hook there anymore, might be like the G37 where to tow hook is a bit to the left of the grille now......... the common method is to drill holes for a bracket..

good thing front plates are not issued over here...lol..... i win

TacoZ · 12-27-2008, 04:20 AM

AK370Z, do you ever sleep? I heard a rumor that you are really just a robot that replies to every post no matter what time of day it is.

AK370Z · 12-27-2008, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by TacoZ

AK370Z, do you ever sleep? I heard a rumor that you are really just a robot that replies to every post no matter what time of day it is.

I think Matt has the same problem.

I have only slept 5 hours in last 30 hours. My eyes are closing now but I still have some stuff to do here on the forums. It's 5:41 AM here BTW

azn370z · 12-27-2008, 10:39 AM

If you look at the owners manual it shows that the holes are drilled through the black part of the bumper. Usually the dealers are the ones that installs the license plate when the car arrives at the dealership. I bought the z bracket for my 350z. But if you're clever you shouldn't have to buy the z bracket and just screw your plates directly into the black part.

Mythos219 · 12-27-2008, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by azn370z

If you look at the owners manual it shows that the holes are drilled through the black part of the bumper. Usually the dealers are the ones that installs the license plate when the car arrives at the dealership. I bought the z bracket for my 350z. But if you're clever you shouldn't have to buy the z bracket and just screw your plates directly into the black part.

Right. That's what I figured when seeing that black strip that fattens up right in the center.

Most states require front license plates. If you don't want holes in your front bumper make sure to tell the dealer repeatedly not to drill it.

It does look better without a front license plate but I think it loses its novelty after getting the first few tickets.

Sergio98 · 01-15-2009, 09:26 PM

In Texas you are required to install the front license plate. In 04 I watched the dealer drill holes to install the front plate on my 350z. It was a painful experience. I'm not going to install the front plate on my new 370z. We'll see what happens.

PapoZalsa · 01-28-2010, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by azn370z

If you look at the owners manual it shows that the holes are drilled through the black part of the bumper. Usually the dealers are the ones that installs the license plate when the car arrives at the dealership. I bought the z bracket for my 350z. But if you're clever you shouldn't have to buy the z bracket and just screw your plates directly into the black part.

There is a second page to your attachment where it mention to drill about 2" holes to the bumper itself, which some of the stupid stealership will do...

Astrosfan · 01-28-2010, 04:02 PM

can't you just mount it to the black grill? or would that get in the way of the radiator?

12-27-2008, 03:36 AM	#1 (permalink)
TacoZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 319 Drives: 09 370Z PW M6 Rep Power: 17	Front Plate Does anyone know how they are bolting on the front license plate? I hope they aren't going to drill a hole into the front bumper. Some dealers are known to do that crap and I would not buy a car with holes in the front bumper. In California, it is required that you have both the front and back plate on at all times. I always take off the front because it looks fugly with it on.

12-27-2008, 03:44 AM	#5 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	I think you have the drill onto the front bumper . I do remember Stillen coming out with a great product for the 350Z. Maybe you can contact Stillen. They ARE one of our sponsors __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

01-15-2009, 09:26 PM	#13 (permalink)
Sergio98 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 25 Drives: Nissan 370Z W M6 Rep Power: 17	In Texas you are required to install the front license plate. In 04 I watched the dealer drill holes to install the front plate on my 350z. It was a painful experience. I'm not going to install the front plate on my new 370z. We'll see what happens. __________________ Sergio

12-27-2008, 04:20 AM	#9 (permalink)
TacoZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 319 Drives: 09 370Z PW M6 Rep Power: 17	AK370Z, do you ever sleep? I heard a rumor that you are really just a robot that replies to every post no matter what time of day it is.

01-28-2010, 04:02 PM	#15 (permalink)
Astrosfan Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: houston, TX Posts: 427 Drives: 09 370z PG Sport Rep Power: 16	can't you just mount it to the black grill? or would that get in the way of the radiator?