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    Hey has anyone else seen the new Tigs out there that do not have the chrome grille? I have seen three now with a plain black plastic one...not as 'expensive looking'.

    These were stock standard cars, not modified by the owners as some have done to create a sportier look...
    2018 Ralyee Green RS wagon. Fully optioned.
    Previous vehicles:2015 Volvo V60 Polestar (my one detour from VW/Skoda!)
    2013 Platin grey RS wagon / 2012 White Polo GTI / 2009 Black 125 Tiguan

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    Originally posted by tigger View Post
    Hey has anyone else seen the new Tigs out there that do not have the chrome grille? I have seen three now with a plain black plastic one...not as 'expensive looking'.

    These were stock standard cars, not modified by the owners as some have done to create a sportier look...
    Umm, Iall tiguan's have the "chrome" grill?!?
    Some owners have sprayed them black (like me) but they come chrome from the factory for all markets worldwide.

    You can get the ABT/other tuning firm grill's but they are basically just the surround.


    Have you got any shots of the grill's in question?
    My Tiguan TSI APR Stg2 + RPF1's

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    • #3
      Never seen or heard of one on any of the forums ?
      Derek
      Alexandra
      2022 R-Line Golf Mk8 in Kings Red Metallic
      Previously 3 Tiguans 2008, 2013, 2017

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      • #4
        I was very suprised too when I saw the first one, but three?!?
        as I said too, they were not modified vehicles, just 'mums taxis' by the look of it.

        I was wondering if the new models have been stripped down to save costs perhaps? Or is it a difference between diesel and petrol perhaps?

        I'll try and capture a picture...
        2018 Ralyee Green RS wagon. Fully optioned.
        Previous vehicles:2015 Volvo V60 Polestar (my one detour from VW/Skoda!)
        2013 Platin grey RS wagon / 2012 White Polo GTI / 2009 Black 125 Tiguan

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        • #5
          Originally posted by tigger View Post
          I was very suprised too when I saw the first one, but three?!?
          as I said too, they were not modified vehicles, just 'mums taxis' by the look of it.

          I was wondering if the new models have been stripped down to save costs perhaps? Or is it a difference between diesel and petrol perhaps?

          I'll try and capture a picture...
          I haven't heard or seen any news of the revised grill.
          I know the old hilux crew used to strip the chrome off their grill's to get it black so it could be done like that.

          Mineis the only black one i have seen in real life though.
          My Tiguan TSI APR Stg2 + RPF1's

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          • #6
            Originally posted by tigger View Post
            I'll try and capture a picture...
            You better tigger, as everyone is calling "bullsh**" on you. Including me!

            You sure some punks haven't just ripped the chrome off the grills as well as the badge.
            MY11 Tiguan 147TSI (SOLD)

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            • #7
              Did they look like this? 2008 Diesel and 125TSi had black grills, changed to chrome in 2009.

              2012 GTD, DSG, White, RVC, RCD510 Dynaudio, R LED Tails

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              • #8
                Hey all I understand your doubts...I was spun out too when I saw it.

                Turns out, that the above pic is correct. I went past one that parks at my local shopping centre again, and it is chrome around the outside, but plain black inside as the pic above shows. BUT it didnt have a chrome VW badge...just black.

                I wanted to take a pic, but the lady was going back to it as I drove past..(.didnt want to look like a wierd stalker taking a pic.)
                2018 Ralyee Green RS wagon. Fully optioned.
                Previous vehicles:2015 Volvo V60 Polestar (my one detour from VW/Skoda!)
                2013 Platin grey RS wagon / 2012 White Polo GTI / 2009 Black 125 Tiguan

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by tigger View Post
                  Hey all I understand your doubts...I was spun out too when I saw it.

                  Turns out, that the above pic is correct. I went past one that parks at my local shopping centre again, and it is chrome around the outside, but plain black inside as the pic above shows. BUT it didnt have a chrome VW badge...just black.

                  I wanted to take a pic, but the lady was going back to it as I drove past..(.didnt want to look like a wierd stalker taking a pic.)
                  Probably DIY job.
                  Performance Tunes from $850
                  Wrecking RS OCTAVIA 2 Link

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                  • #10
                    (.didnt want to look like a wierd stalker taking a pic.)
                    You're a Tiggy stalker... be proud!

                    Ladies ackonowledge male car fetishes, and she would have been fine with it!

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                    • #11
                      Thanks Zak...
                      I'll give her your contact details then! Hah ha
                      2018 Ralyee Green RS wagon. Fully optioned.
                      Previous vehicles:2015 Volvo V60 Polestar (my one detour from VW/Skoda!)
                      2013 Platin grey RS wagon / 2012 White Polo GTI / 2009 Black 125 Tiguan

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                      • #12
                        Lots of peeps just plastic dip them
                        Black Tiguan 147 - Sat Nav - Leather - Sunroof - Aftermarket audio - Diamond Audio splits + 12" sub/Audison Bitone processor/Arc Audio amps

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                        • #13
                          I have this model, it was the first batch of 2008 models that had them, mine also came standard with reverse sensors factory fitted.

                          If anyone wants the black grill, I'll happily swap it for a chrome one.
                          2011 multi van comfortline in night blue metallic, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD in Mineral Grey

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                          • #14
                            If anyone is up to a DIY project, here is a how-to DIY: Plasti-Dip Tiguan Front Chrome Grill | Volkswagen Rabbit/GTI/Jetta/GLI MkV DIY & FAQ
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                            VW Tiguan 125TSi [Auto, Reflex Silver, Rear Park Sensors]

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                            • #15
                              Originally posted by Svirala View Post
                              Just a quick note.
                              There are a lot of clips on teh back of the grill that hold all the bits together.
                              If you are doing the whole thing black it is easier to leave it all in 1 piece otherwise you may break a few of the clips as i did.
                              My Tiguan TSI APR Stg2 + RPF1's

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