2015mkzhybrid Posted April 2, 2015 Share Posted April 2, 2015 Not sure if this is already somewhere on the site, but the lower grill needed a bit of bling, so I added 1/4" Cowles Chrome molding on the lower grill portion. A $15 mod done in under 10 minutes. Really happy with the results. I LOVE THIS CAR!!! McKrangle and 07_MKZ_WV 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertlane Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Not sure if this is already somewhere on the site, but the lower grill needed a bit of bling, so I added 1/4" Cowles Chrome molding on the lower grill portion. A $15 mod done in under 10 minutes. Really happy with the results. I LOVE THIS CAR!!! That's a pretty cool mod - ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R2D2 Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 I can't tell from the photo. Do you have the technology package? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2015mkzhybrid Posted April 3, 2015 Author Share Posted April 3, 2015 That's a pretty cool mod - ;) Thanks - I'm surptrised Lincoln didn't continue the Chrome on the lower grill - and the license plate doesn't obstruct the lower grill so the mod is in clear view. And regarding the question if I have the Tech package - no, that's the only option not on the car. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeBrown Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 That's doesn't look bad at all. However, I personally like the "blacked out" look on the lower part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R2D2 Posted April 4, 2015 Share Posted April 4, 2015 Thanks - I'm surptrised Lincoln didn't continue the Chrome on the lower grill - and the license plate doesn't obstruct the lower grill so the mod is in clear view. And regarding the question if I have the Tech package - no, that's the only option not on the car. Mark Thanks Mark, As the lower grill on models with the tech package are slightly different and I believe the radar unit is behind the grill, I wonder if that chrome mode would affect its operation and related features. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2015mkzhybrid Posted April 4, 2015 Author Share Posted April 4, 2015 (edited) Thanks Mark, As the lower grill on models with the tech package are slightly different and I believe the radar unit is behind the grill, I wonder if that chrome mode would affect its operation and related features. That's a good question. Unless there are any sensors directly on the lower grill "bars" or "slats", I have my doubts that the chrome molding would affect the tech package operation. Also, the chrome molding is made of PVC, so this mod is just adding a bit more plastic to existing plastic. Edited April 4, 2015 by 2015mkzhybrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimflutes Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 (edited) Wow ,I felt the same that the lower grill needed something to bring it out. I did the exact same thing to my 13 Zh . I used the thinner chrome strips , but looking at yours I may go for the wider strips. I always look at MKZs comming at me to see if anyone has done this , so yours is the first one (are we the only ones ) , and I do not know why Lincoln did not do this because it looks really good! I also had a clear bra put on the front hood and bumper when I brought the car in July 2013 , it has been on for two years and is still perfect , you can not see it unless you know its on and are looking for it . Good job , Jim Edited June 9, 2015 by jimflutes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2015mkzhybrid Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 Wow ,I felt the same that the lower grill needed something to bring it out. I did the exact same thing to my 13 Zh . I used the thinner chrome strips , but looking at yours I may go for the wider strips. I always look at MKZs comming at me to see if anyone has done this , so yours is the first one (are we the only ones ) , and I do not know why Lincoln did not do this because it looks really good! I also had a clear bra put on the front hood and bumper when I brought the car in July 2013 , it has been on for two years and is still perfect , you can not see it unless you know its on and are looking for it . Good job , Jim Once again, thanks Jim for your comment. Even my Lincoln dealer loved the chrome add-on, and noticed it immediately. I too have the cłear hood protection (XPEL) - guess great minds think alike!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimflutes Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Great minds indeed. The Xpel is rated very high and should last a long time , I got VentureShield . Now for the interior , a group of us at Lincoln owners forum , went to a place called Cocomats.com , he custom made us floor mats made just for the 2013 and up Lincoln Mkz . Since the floor mats that come with car are so small on the drivers side , he makes us mats that extend up behind the pedals they lay flat on the floor and come in different color combinations , they are super easy to clean , just shake them out. Also , as soon as I got the car I applied a coating called Optiumn Opti - coat 2.0 , this is like adding a layer of top coat onto the surface , this will last five years , I have it on now for two years and the car needs never to be waxed , just wash and it looks just waxed , I still top it with a detailer because I am so used to waxing , but in truth nothing will sick to the surface. This is a really great car , I will be watching to see how the refresh for 2017 turns out ,so far I am not liking what I hear about the change to the front grill . Jim 2015mkzhybrid 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waynes2016MkZ Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Where did you get that Chrome Mod Lower Grill from i like it alot? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2015mkzhybrid Posted July 31, 2015 Author Share Posted July 31, 2015 Where did you get that Chrome Mod Lower Grill from i like it alot? I cut desired length strips from a 20' roll of Cowles 1/4" 3M Chrome molding. Up here in Canada, it is sold at Canadian Tire. I have seen the product sold in the USA at Auto Zone and Advance Auto Parts. Inexpensive mod with great results! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew L Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 I am thinking of doing this, it looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waynes2016MkZ Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Thats for someone who's handy lol I'm not that handed I justed need to switch the grill out completely lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChadPounder Posted January 22, 2021 Share Posted January 22, 2021 I'm about to purchase a 2018 MKZ and looking to do the same chrome strip to the lower grill. I was thinking the 1/4 inch wouldn't be wide enough to wrap around and secure. Was looking at the 1/2 inch or even wider. Appreciate your thoughts. Looks great. My goal is to bring back chrome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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