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Old 08-01-2023, 02:38 PM
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What is the proper front license plate mount for an 89 GTA?

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Re: 89 GTA front plate

If I were you, I'd leave it off. Pretty sure it requires drilling holes in the bumper. My State, (Texas,) requires a front plate, but I've decided to take my chances. Not going to F up my bumpers.
If I was forced to do it, I'd figure out a way to make this work:

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Just bought this from Frank's pontiac parts. Need a front plate in WA state.
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I have an original on my 88' GTA and wish it was without it as it has holes in the bumper, I too would take my chances and place it in the front windshield area. The front plat holder screws up the look IMO.
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I knew a guy once who would ran without it. He "lost" the original. He then applied for a "replacement" through the secretary of state, so he had that paperwork to show, if needed. Strangely, that darned replacement plate never did show up in the mail.
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I have a NOS front plate holder and a used set of brackets if anyone is interested
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Re: 89 GTA front plate

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I have an original on my 88' GTA and wish it was without it as it has holes in the bumper, I too would take my chances and place it in the front windshield area. The front plat holder screws up the look IMO.

It actually distorts the bumper behind the plate
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Re: 89 GTA front plate

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It actually distorts the bumper behind the plate

What aftermarket will work best?
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Re: 89 GTA front plate

Originally Posted by greyno3

What aftermarket will work best?
why would you want to use a aftermarket one when there is an original one available?
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