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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 09:59 AM
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Is there an aftermarket grille (with emblem or emblem mount) with the 2005 coupe look for the 2001-2003 models?
I understand that you may do a complete OEM conversion but that requires a new hood, fenders, etc.

Just sold my SC430 and now looking for a 2001-05 Civic Coupe (don't ask why) and just wondering if I can make an 03 front look like an 05 without spending an unreasonable amount of money.

I'm sure this has been asked before,
but the search function just isn't the most efficient option.

Thx guys.
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 11:32 AM
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Default Re: 2005 Coupe Grille Alternative for 2001-03 Coupe?

Originally Posted by daryltrinh
Just sold my SC430 and now looking for a 2001-05 Civic Coupe (don't ask why).
I just sold my BMW 325ci for a 2004 Civic sedan to save on the cost of maintenance. Always wondered what it'd be like to have a "regular daily driver" type of car! I pray that my little Civic is good to me

And to expand upon the OP's question... would a 2004-5 Coupe grille fit on a same year Sedan?
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 03:23 PM
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Default Re: 2005 Coupe Grille Alternative for 2001-03 Coupe?

Originally Posted by daryltrinh
Is there an aftermarket grille (with emblem or emblem mount) with the 2005 coupe look for the 2001-2003 models?
I understand that you may do a complete OEM conversion but that requires a new hood, fenders, etc.

Just sold my SC430 and now looking for a 2001-05 Civic Coupe (don't ask why) and just wondering if I can make an 03 front look like an 05 without spending an unreasonable amount of money.

I'm sure this has been asked before,
but the search function just isn't the most efficient option.

Thx guys.
i believe its called an RS grille.

and the sedan/coupe is interchangeable by years EXAMPLE meaning 01 -03 sedan front end parts will fit 01 - 03 coupe. 04 -05 sedan front end parts will fit 04 -05 coupe fornt end.
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 03:26 PM
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Default Re: 2005 Coupe Grille Alternative for 2001-03 Coupe?

ppost 43 there is one for sale
https://honda-tech.com/forums/showth...2799015&page=2
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Old Sep 7, 2010 | 07:28 AM
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Default Re: 2005 Coupe Grille Alternative for 2001-03 Coupe?

Thx for the info guys.

After a little bit of research,
turns out that it's not as pricey as I originally thought for an OEM conversion.
I may consider just ordering the OEM 2004-2005 parts.

Anyone know any cheap part distributors in the Southern California region or a cheap online distributor?

I've seen: HondaPartsNow.com and HondaAutomotiveParts.com

Thx.
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Old Sep 7, 2010 | 11:11 PM
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Default Re: 2005 Coupe Grille Alternative for 2001-03 Coupe?

HondaAutomotiveParts are very good with excellent pricing
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Old Sep 8, 2010 | 01:38 AM
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Default Re: 2005 Coupe Grille Alternative for 2001-03 Coupe?

Good quality part always can be high rate but make you free with any duplication.
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Old Sep 8, 2010 | 05:44 AM
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Default Re: 2005 Coupe Grille Alternative for 2001-03 Coupe?

Originally Posted by robcook9
Good quality part always can be high rate but make you free with any duplication.
ahh... English PLEASE?
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Old Sep 9, 2010 | 11:57 AM
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Default Re: 2005 Coupe Grille Alternative for 2001-03 Coupe?

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ahh... English PLEASE?
sounds expensive either way...ur better off goin mesh or if u want oem style...try a acura rsx grill....a honda-is a honda...why not convert to acura Civic instead of 05 honda?? ur call...good luck
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Old Sep 10, 2010 | 05:33 AM
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Default Re: 2005 Coupe Grille Alternative for 2001-03 Coupe?

Originally Posted by D-Rey
sounds expensive either way...ur better off goin mesh or if u want oem style...try a acura rsx grill....a honda-is a honda...why not convert to acura Civic instead of 05 honda?? ur call...good luck
I can't believe i made half sense of that...

Acura RSXC grills ARE HUGE compared to civic grills.
Buying a RS grille for Under 100 bucks is cheaper than doing a 05 conversion, considering it will be atleast 750 when its done.

Its your ride, your money.
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Old Sep 12, 2010 | 01:08 AM
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Default Re: 2005 Coupe Grille Alternative for 2001-03 Coupe?

Originally Posted by daryltrinh
Is there an aftermarket grille (with emblem or emblem mount) with the 2005 coupe look for the 2001-2003 models?
I understand that you may do a complete OEM conversion but that requires a new hood, fenders, etc.

Just sold my SC430 and now looking for a 2001-05 Civic Coupe (don't ask why) and just wondering if I can make an 03 front look like an 05 without spending an unreasonable amount of money.
I'm sure this has been asked before,
but the search function just isn't the most efficient option.

Thx guys.
It's been answered in the FAQs. No need to "search"

Q: What parts do I need to do an 01-03 to 04-05 front end conversion?

- A: You will need the hood, headlights (with brackets), grill, bumper, fenders, and radiator support.
Find a parts car that has been t-boned or rear-ended, buy and swap the parts.

Search craigslist, car-part.com, local wrecking yards, etc. No point in buying new if you can buy used.
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