New Grill Design

[brianman]

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Reminds me of an Audi R8 (which is a good thing).

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Bonnie, I hope you get paid for this.

Don't forget to tip your moderators.

 

[vfx]

I thought it's a bumper strength regulation that mandates the bumper can take a 2.5mph impact without damage (or less than $500 to repair). The cone effectively being a plastic bumper that can be replaced for under $500. I suppose if it were to have a more elaborate design, it would be more costly to replace.

Franz told me at the LA store open that is was the pedestrian rule that he had to conform to.

 

[Canuck]

... the gapping fish mouth...

Damn... now that's all I see when I look at the car!

 

[Velo1]

Ford Focus look.

 

[JaredBanyard]

Trolllllll

 

[bonnie]

Trolllllll

We're pretty careful about using that word around here ... yes, a new member & he hasn't been back (and who would blame him after the *warm welcome* he received). But we have a lot of people showing up at the moment from diff countries, very enthusiastic about Tesla. 'Welcoming' is probably the word to remember.

 

[tdelta1000]

Like so many have said before...No.

 

[J1mbo]

I remember that thread from Dec 2012 and contributed some hand-drawn (ie, not 3D rendered) ideas for 'fake grills' and front end mods. I realise air flow into a grill is not needed, and keeping the Cd low is important, but I really like my mod #3 below that removes the gaping chrome surround.

Peoples views may have changed now that there are about 30,000 MS's out in the wild, but here's the original artwork again :-

Mod 3 gets my vote- this, fully de-chromed (not just the front end), would look fantastic on a P.

 

[tezco]

I think most people would prefer just scrapping the gapping fish mouth altogether. Much more arrow dynamic.

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I like this version.

 

[Gwgan]

I think most people would prefer just scrapping the gapping fish mouth altogether. Much more arrow dynamic.

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Yup. But where to draw the line between bummper and frunk? Full bonnet (lights and fender tops included) would be too bulky on an S; may be fine on an E.

 

[wolfpet]

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OMG I really like this one!!! The only issue I have is the logo on the grill. It looks a bit like an afterthought to me. I'd pay $$$ for a mod like that.

 

[muleferg]

Did someone say Fish Mouth! I got one. been looking for shark teeth. or a red tongue sticking out.

 

[Twoeagle]

Something like this would be nice…

 

[JaredBanyard]

This isn't a ford....

Something like this would be nice…

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I do like the matte black nose cone wrap though:

 

[EVDR]

I've never seen that design but I'm thankful Tesla build it.

No offense intended but in the age of Photoshop everybody's become a designer. But none of us is as good as Franz. I'm thankful for his very creative and graceful eye.

I'm sorry but Franz missed the front design, it has been criticized buy everyone it looks cheap. I hope a better front nose coming up soon.

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+1 very nice

 

[Gwgan]

Grill or no grill

...Can you do one with vertical slats - I bet it will look even better.

See post #7 MS Front Grill Alternatives

Thinking about the current disliked grill and comparing it with other cars I see on the road, I find it's presence makes for a more aggressive sporty statement which suites a Model S. A no-nose look might be a better fit for a smaller car (E?). A couple of narrow grills reminds me of the late Prelude (and if that thought evokes a certain feeling, there's your truth).

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[muleferg]

Richard Petty Daytona 500 Special Model lll Tesla Sunbird. Nose Cone and Carbon Fiber Wing. Model S available soon.

 

[artsci]

I'm sorry but Franz missed the front design, it has been criticized buy everyone it looks cheap. I hope a better front nose coming up soon.

Everyone? A gross overstatement with no basis other than anecdotes.

Not me, and many other owners I know as well

 

[bonnie]

I'm sorry but Franz missed the front design, it has been criticized buy everyone it looks cheap. I hope a better front nose coming up soon.

Probably best to just speak for yourself. I LIKE the Model S as it currently is. I also like the Model X as currently designed.

 

[Discoducky]

I'm sorry but Franz missed the front design, it has been criticized buy everyone it looks cheap. I hope a better front nose coming up soon.

Please someone post a pic of the new "plastic surgery" smile of Lincolns for the baseline of ugly.