Update, finally got the grill installed yesterday. It's no OEM fitment but I'm very happy with the result.
The structural bar behind grill had been painted matte black otherwise quite noticeable.

 

Looks great, doesn't even look 3d printed. Some buffing and will look like the paint from the bumper.

 

Looks very nice
shame we have to have front no plates in uk

 

nice, perfect but! In addition, a black perforated sheet with larger holes might be awesome as a complete background. That would make you see almost nothing!
What do you thinking...

BR
Andi

 

Unfortunately same for us here, I've installed the sto' n sho' license plate holder together with the new grill and takes the bracket off when parked at home.

 

Thank you for updating us. About how much hacking/bending/cursing did it take to get it in place?

 

Are these ones still available? They don't look too bad based on these new pics
I'd give it to a body shop and let them figure out the fitment and make it work

 

I'll tell you right now it looks better than what I got from paramount.

 

Yes I believe they're still available, if not you can just contact the seller who is very responsive.
That's exactly what I did, dropped them at a body shop. Due to the lack of tabs on the grill that's supposed to slot into the bumper, the guy at the shop injected several blobs of black silicon adhesive on top and bottom of the grill then taped it till the adhesive cured. 4 blobs on top and 3 at the bottom, photo only showed 2 on top as the other 2 at both top ends of the grill were added later when it was deemed to be insufficient. Attached photo of the OEM grill for comparison.
Part of the area on the bumper where the OEM grill centre bar fits onto have to trimmed off, which you all are probably already aware.

 

I am glad you are happy with the outcome, however even given this is the grill that was originally made for VR, I can still see the orange peel in the paint and having to use silicone to hold it in place, again, not for me. For the price, you should not have to trim and modify anything to be honest. I'd also like to call out, for those living in southern US states, what a nightmare it would be to clean the center bar from love bugs or other debris. Not to mention the long term affect the sun would have on the ABS plastic this is made from. Too many what if and negatives to even what to think about trying it again.

 

That structure may be against building code, depending on area. It looks really nice and will likely never be an issue, but keep in mind covering a gas grill with any roof may be an issue depending on your location.

 

Methinks you got hit with the 'Recommended thread' trap.

 

Reviving a very old thread, but for a good reason. Anyone who might actually use the search feature might find this thread in the future and would want to know how the story ends or at least where to continue to find new information: OEM P7 Grill Available (limited), Righting a Wrong, F-Type Resource - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum

 

Saw it. Almost pulled the trigger. Converted Pounds to Dollars and went nope. Last thing I rationally need is an irreplaceable leading edge.

 

I've also bought the oem one from Dudley a month ago. The replica grill is holding on fine but it does get soft under high heat and I'm not comfortable with that long term wise especially living on the equator. However have not installed it as I can't decide to have the surround painted black or body colour.

 

Does anyone have the part number for the project 7 grill? And on the crash bar, it seems covered with something that makes it look uniform (see front facing image on the link). Does anyone know the part number on that?

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...e-project-7-5/

 

Yes, what you see if a plastic cover that makes the crash bar not look so terrible. If you look up a MY21+ you can find the part number: T2R42272 I am in the process of doing this on my own car at the moment. Just got my surround painted and the plastic cover installed. Done for the night, but will hopefully have it put back together this weekend.

 

Thanks! I found the mesh part number T2R18751. Can you use the existing surround? In other words, can I just get the mesh and install it within the existing surround?

 

no because it has cut outs for the center bar. You’ll need the surround. Look up Wraptor customs in the UK. Dudley might be able to still get you a complete set.

 

Got it, I’ll check that option out too. Just to confirm, I should be able to use MY21+ T2R42272 on MY17? No finesse? As for the OEM+Surround, assuming it will fit right into bumper without any shavings. Is there a part number for PDC holders? Ones I’ve researched here looks like 3D printed or glued in with zip ties.