WTB center section - Euro or early USA

[D Calkins]

I back dated my bumpers with then forced a license plate light change which now leads me to the center section with too many holes. My current one is a dull aluminum, but some seem to be chromed? Please check your stash and post some photos please.

Thanks

David

 

[HB Chris]

You mean the tail panel that holds the license plate? Early were chromed brass and then polished aluminum. You will need a Euro panel or pre 73 US, someone here may have one.

 

[D Calkins]

Chromed brass would be ideal.

 

[HB Chris]

Those have become very rare. A seller here had advertised one though recently.

 

[rsporsche]

Thread 'FS: Rear chrome panel - SOLD'

Jul 5, 2026

Hi guys!

For sale: rear chrome panel.
Perfect condition,
New chrome plating with a copper base.

Chroming is done by immersion. This allows us to achieve:

✔ A deep mirror-like finish and an elegant appearance
✔ A durable, dense coating with high corrosion resistance
✔ Better adhesion and longer service life of the chrome layer
✔ Perfect smoothness and a uniform coating over the entire surface

Price: 450€

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• Forum: Parts For Sale and Wanted

fyi, it was listed for sale for 450 euro - freshly chromed.

 

[D Calkins]

Ouch, do i have any other options?

 

[sfdon]

I have some in the shop.

Back on Monday

 

[D Calkins]

Thank you, Sir!