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Old 04-01-11, 12:05 PM
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Default 2005 ES330 Front License Plate Bracket

Wondering if anyone knows where I can get an oem front license plate bracket for my 05 ES330. The dealer wants $70 for this! Thanks
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Is it a state law in Texas? I personally wouldn't bother with one unless I got pulled over. I think they look horrible on the 4th gen ES. Well any car for that matter.
Old 04-01-11, 08:23 PM
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true, im glad florida doesnt require them , you should be able to get a universal one from ebay or amazon
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Was just at Walmart and they had a universal bracket kit in the auto section. Or you could do something cool and zip tie it to the side of the lower grille.
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If I see it right, you can get one from http://lexus.sewellparts.com (Sewell Lexus in Texas) for $34.64 not including shipping which I've found has been reasonable from Sewell. Register with your ClubLexus forum name to get that price.
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Old 04-03-11, 11:30 AM
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Originally Posted by funcrusher
Yeah, you're supposed to have one in Texas. I've been pulled over in other cars because of no front plate. Just gives them a reason to mess with you
How much did u get fined
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I've heard of this law but never been pulled over for some nonsense like this tho. I also do not have a front license plate.
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Originally Posted by funcrusher
Never did but when I asked them both times why I got pulled over, they said because of the front plate
Whats sad is that they just need a "reason" to pull you over.
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I have two in the garage i could part with for cheap....
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JSM1284- Great! I'm new to the site, so how can I contact you off of the site so that we can get a deal made?

Thanks
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