2019+ Vantage V8 front grill rusting

[gdawwg]

I hear this is a common issue and was recently picked up as part of my service, any suggestions on ways of preventing this or upgrades that are available e.g carbon fibre or other after market options?

[Simpo Two]

Here's a possibility: https://www.astonstore.co.uk/product/vaned-front-g...

This may include the grille: https://www.astonstore.co.uk/product/vantage-carbo...



Mind you a pot of Hammerite would be cheaper

[gdawwg]

Geeeezzz i think you're right.....hammerite is a strong contender.....there must be some aftermarket options available at sensible prices, surely?

[Gassmi]

Yeah it’s a known pain on these. Best prevention is a ceramic coat on the grille before it starts, but once it’s going you’re polishing it out or replacing. Aftermarket carbon ones exist but they’re pricey think £2k+ from the usual specialists. Some guys just live with it and get the grille resprayed in satin black every couple of years, cheaper than full replacement. Avoid cheap mesh replacements, they look naff.

[BiggaJ]

Mine hasnt started to show signs of rust however, if it does then it will be removed, cleaned and sprayed with an automotive matt black paint. I did this on my older Vantage on the rear valance where it had a small mesh section. It came up great and didnt rust two years down the line.

[Dewi 2]

2019 and the front grille is rusting.
That is appalling. It was not built by Lancia.
How can that have happened in such a short time?

My V8V is 2009 and the front grille still looks new.

[Simpo Two]

Dewi 2 said:

2019 and the front grille is rusting.

Is it actually rust (ie grille is made of steel) or some other corrosion?

Once cleaned up, Cerakote might be a good solution: https://www.cerakote.co.uk/shop/