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Carbonio's NEW Center Removable No-Drill License Plate Mount
Hi Everyone,
Last year we released a removable no-drill license plate mount for the 718 GT4 and 718 Spyder. The mount attached to the lower front lip and allows for super fast installation and removal. Once releasing it we were universally asked for 3 things:
1. A design that does not block the GT4 or Spyder text on the front lip
2. A design that does not take even a millimeter of front ground clearance away
3. A mount that also fits the 718 GTS 4.0
Carbonio is happy to announce that today we have released an all new front license plate mount (the previous design will still be available) that achieves all of these requests and more:
- Places license plate in OEM position without any holes
- Can still be installed and removed in seconds
- Fits 718 GTS 4.0 and most Cayman and Boxster from present back to 2006 (in addition to 718 GT4 and Spyder)
- Costs significantly less than the lip mount design
In order to achieve these goals we developed an all new attachment system that uses an ultra thin receiver that is adhered to the underside of the bumper. With the mount removed the receiver is almost invisible (photo below) and we worked together with 3M to spec a mounting that is ultimately removable without any damage to the original finish. The assembly was then tested a combined total of over 20,000 km which included high speed driving, winter driving with salt, and rain driving all over a multi-month durability program. In that time the receiver showed no difference to new and was eventually removed perfectly to prove that the mounting surface would in no way be damaged.
Like all our license plate mounts mounts, they are designed and manufactured in North America using high quality light alloys with an exterior grade powder coated finish together with stainless steel hardware for long life.
More photos and information along with online ordering available at :
As a company and as enthusiasts we hate the idea of a 'tax' because the product is for a Ferrari, Porsche, or whatever more expensive item. Pricing is a function of engineering and manufacturing costs relative to the overall market and lifecycle of a product. For this reason we have designs that are shared across many platforms allowing for a lower price and regardless of the brand everyone pays the same. For the record our manufacturing cost is MUCH MUCH higher than $35. By production standards our volumes are barely removed from prototype numbers with custom forming tooling being way too expensive unless we were making tens of thousands of units at a time. All parts are CNC cut and formed but handled by hand at all steps. Manufacturing in North America is expensive and we have no interest of going to China because it is cheaper. The advantage is that we can really control the process and be sure of quality.
Regarding instructions, we took the decision to go full digital on instructions almost a decade ago. It was a combination of customer feedback and a desire to be a little more green that fueled the decision. Further to this we try to be minimal with our packaging with no flash. Our distribution model is direct to dealers and consumers with no retail presence. Plain packaging easy to inventory and is less likely to be stolen in transit. We try to put our efforts into a superior product and customer service because we are all car nuts and like dealing with similar people.
At present our biggest challenge is being able to hold stock. Skyrocketing material prices along with overwhelmed supply chains means that right now we are forgoing margin in order to keep inventory rolling because it is so tough to build a buffer. Manufacturing in North America is not cheap and we also don't skimp out on materials or hardware. For that reason for the foreseeable future group buys and forum discounts will have to be replaced with the mere ability to reliably offer quick shipping on orders.
Regarding PPF, the adhesive we use is rated for bonding to PPF or vehicle wrap. We do caution in our instructions that most testing has been done on OEM finishes so PPF, Wraps, and Re-paints are at the mercy of the quality of the installation by the body shop or installer. One of our test vehicles did have PPF and showed no issues after many thousand km however we do want to be transparent that with the inability to vet an installer the way one can predict the performance of an OEM finish, that adhering to PPF should be approached with Caution.
To answer the questions so far:
At present our biggest challenge is being able to hold stock. Skyrocketing material prices along with overwhelmed supply chains means that right now we are forgoing margin in order to keep inventory rolling because it is so tough to build a buffer. Manufacturing in North America is not cheap and we also don't skimp out on materials or hardware. For that reason for the foreseeable future group buys and forum discounts will have to be replaced with the mere ability to reliably offer quick shipping on orders....
Okay, I can respect those issues, they exist in almost every post Covid business.
My order has been placed.
I'll be waiting by my mailbox soon!
Is it possible to remove the plate and plate mount but leave the bottom receiver piece? Or to take the plate off you'll need to remove the receiver piece and get a new 3M adhesive every time.
Do you make anything for the rear that allows the plate to be mounted off the car, maybe 1/2"? If not maybe you can look into it?
Nothing for the back as the big demand is for places with front license plate laws. Everywhere else requires at least a rear so the people wanting just a rear removable plate holder is really low.
Is it possible to remove the plate and plate mount but leave the bottom receiver piece? Or to take the plate off you'll need to remove the receiver piece and get a new 3M adhesive every time.
YES! YES! YES!
The whole point of the mount is to offer an option that can be easily removed. In the first post is a photo of the plate removed with the receiver still there. Also the product page has an animated gif (can't post it here) showing exactly how easy on and off is. The receiver is only removed when you want it off permanently. That said it is so thin you'll forget it's there. We have some VERY particular customers and none of them gave a second thought to the receiver because unless you get on your hands and knees you can't see it. Even then it looks like an OEM piece.
Lots of our customers who hate front plates drive around with their plate and mount in the frunk. If pulled over, it is a 5 second fix and we've never heard of a customer getting a ticket when they were able to mount the plate at the side of the road with the cop present. It truly is the best of both worlds.
Regarding PPF, the adhesive we use is rated for bonding to PPF or vehicle wrap. We do caution in our instructions that most testing has been done on OEM finishes so PPF, Wraps, and Re-paints are at the mercy of the quality of the installation by the body shop or installer. One of our test vehicles did have PPF and showed no issues after many thousand km however we do want to be transparent that with the inability to vet an installer the way one can predict the performance of an OEM finish, that adhering to PPF should be approached with Caution.
As a point of reference, my plate is held on in the factory location using the factory license plate bracket, T-nuts, & 3M Trim Tape placed on top of PPF. It has been solidly attached in that position for almost 3 years now with absolutely no sign of loosening.
I really wouldn't worry too much about this connection loosening because of the PPF.
MOO & FWIW
That's the prefect solution! So it is using magnet to hold between the plate and the base? Once you guys have it install please share some review.
The mount self-centers and aligns to the receiver holding together with a locking thumb nut. We experimented a lot with magnets but it became impossible to create something that was truly sturdy relying only on magnets to hold it together. This way we could make everything out of light alloy while keeping it stiff and strong.
05-20-2021, 07:31 PM
Carbonio's NEW Center Removable No-Drill License Plate Mount
