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Front License Plate Mounting Options

31K views 54 replies 32 participants last post by  Kev12  
#1 ·
Hi friends. I'm currently not running a front license plate for aesthetic reasons but I'm getting too many tickets for it. In my previous state it wasn't a big deal but here it is. I'm curious if folks have found creative solutions other than drilling holes into the front bumper. It doesn't look like there's an exposed tow hook on the front that you can mount an adapter onto. Thanks.
 
#5 ·
Me, I'm in texas. They LOVE to pull you over for no plate. I figure it's an excuse for fishing. I refuse to drill holes in my toy car bumpers and have been pulled over a number of times. No tickets, but pulled over. Figure they may have been looking to see what else they could find. Usually not doing anything illegal but don't need the hassle.
 
#7 ·
Someone on another thread recommended Sto N Sho. I don’t have any personal experience with them though.

 
#9 ·
I recently attached my plate to my 2022 SVR. The easiest solution for me was some 4” toggle bolts.
I drilled 4 holes thru a license plate frame (2 on each side) and inserted the toggle bolts thru the lower grill area and snugged it all up. The grill is plastic, however it took the load without a problem.

The plate is very secure and looks great. Best of all, no permanent damage to the car.

I think the entire solution cost less than $10. I’d send pictures, however I’m away from home.

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#12 ·
I recently attached my plate to my 2022 SVR. The easiest solution for me was some 4” toggle bolts.
I drilled 4 holes thru a license plate frame (2 on each side) and inserted the toggle bolts thru the lower grill area and snugged it all up. The grill is plastic, however it took the load without a problem.

The plate is very secure and looks great. Best of all, no permanent damage to the car.

I think the entire solution cost less than $10. I’d send pictures, however I’m away from home.
Are you talking about L405 or L460 ? Can you post pictures of how it looks ?
I'm trying to avoid drilling the front bumper.
 
#13 ·
Why in the world would you drill when you can use Sho N Stow?

 
#24 ·
Well, since here in. the EU -and the rest of the planet outside of the US- front & rear plates are mandatory, I can confirm the following: yes, the intended mounting system for front plates is drilling two holes in the bumper.

I wasn't paying attention when they actually mounted the plates on mine, so I can't tell you if there are markings to help you do it straight, but that's the way they attach front plates outside the US. Many cars in the EU have a license-plate 'mount' molded into the bumpers, but the RR doesn't (to the credit of its designers).
 
#26 ·
I went with Sto N Go. I added some foam over the bolts to protect the bumper if it ever got pushed against. Can take it off in 2 seconds, which is handy when i use the tow hitch. I move the front plate to the back. Looks nice. Mounts low on the bumper. When you take it off, because it is at a 90 degree angle (give or take), there is no where easy to store it in the car.
 
#27 ·
The ticket must be cheap in the US if you’d rather pay the fine than drill your bumper.

It’s $448 here.

A friend attaches his to his P38A with a 3M automotive “velcro” product.