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      07-18-2024, 03:50 PM   #1
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license plate mount to front on 430i

Does anyone have recommendations on mounting a front license plate on a 2020 430i xDrive convertible? I'd rather not drill holes through the bumper so I'm looking for a mounting bracket that fits. There are tow hook options available but they might have sensor issues.
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      07-19-2024, 09:36 AM   #2
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Couple suggestion on this thread. Didn't look, but I'm assuming the places recommended also have something for the 4-series.

https://g29.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2116775
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      07-19-2024, 10:33 AM   #3
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Maybe check out a Sto-N-Go mount. They have models that mount to the bottom center of your bumper fascia, and have the plate mounted on a (removable) 90deg angle bracket.
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For a 2020 430i (looking at your short post history), it depends if you have the M-Sport package, I see two different front bumpers, one with a grill where you can mount a true no-drill Carbonio: https://carbonio.com/products/bmw-4-...sports-package

Otherwise, you might be stuck with a Sto N Sho, which still requires drilling (but on the underside of the bumper so not as visible). With such a big thick flat section, I would look into 3M automotive double-sided tape, if you google it surprisingly many enthusiasts mount it that way. YMMV

Edit: Here's another option that works with horizontal slats on the lower portion of the grill, not sure if the 2 screw holder would work with the non-M-Sport bumper: https://www.slybrackets.com/store/SL...LLE-p590976797
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      07-20-2024, 09:04 AM   #5
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Our front plate is held on by double stick foam tape. It has been on there for over a decade. Came from the factory that way as we an ED.
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