Holden Commodore VE Series 1: Group 3 Front Grille

HOLDEN VE COMMODORE SERIES 1: GROUP 3 FRONT GRILLE

Renew the look of your ride and pay tribute to HDT’s legendary Group 3 styling with this premium front grille. Manufactured by Monkey Warehouse in Brisbane, this grille is engineered using FRP Hand Laid techniques. This provides a high-strength, lightweight, and rust-proof solution that holds its shape under high airflow and intense Australian heat far better than standard plastic components.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• 1 x Group 3 Style Front Grille Insert

COMPATIBILITY

To ensure you are ordering the correct part for your VE, please verify your vehicle details:

• Vehicle: Holden Commodore
• Model: VE Series 1 (Does not fit Series 2)
• Trim Levels: Omega, SV6, SS, SSV, Berlina, and Calais (S1 Bumper)
• Body Style: Sedan, Ute, and Sportwagon

THE MONKEY WAREHOUSE ADVANTAGE

• 20 Years of Composite Heritage: Hand-crafted by experts with two decades of experience in the Australian automotive aero industry.
• 100% Brisbane Made: Proudly manufactured at our Coopers Plains workshop. Thank you for supporting Australian manufacturing!
• Hand Laid Structural Integrity: Unlike cheap chopper gun imports, our Hand Laid process ensures consistent panel thickness and a superior strength-to-weight ratio.
• Durability: FRP is 100% rust-proof. As a "thermoset" material, it maintains its rigid shape under the Australian sun, resisting the warping common in plastic parts.
• Serviceable Design: Engineered to be a "serviceable" part: if damaged, it can be professionally re-glassed rather than replaced.

SHIPPING & FREIGHT INFORMATION

To get the most competitive freight rates, shipping is calculated based on your specific location.

ORDERING & MANUFACTURING TIME

This product is Made to Order to ensure strict quality control.

• Lead Time: Approximately 2 weeks for manufacturing. If completed earlier, it will be dispatched immediately.
• Urgent Orders: Please contact us via email before ordering if you have an upcoming show or project deadline.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

This is a high-quality aftermarket FRP component. For a professional finish, the following workflow is required:

• Pre-fitting: Always test-fit the grille to the bumper "dry" before any modification, sanding, or painting to check alignment with factory mounting points.
• Professional Adjustment: Minor sanding or trimming may be required to achieve a perfect flush fit.
• Preparation: Requires professional sanding and priming before painting to match your vehicle paint code.
• Expert Fitment: We strongly recommend installation by a qualified body shop experienced in FRP products to ensure a professional finish.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this the same as the Letterbox grille?
The Group 3 style typically features a distinct opening profile modeled after the HDT VE heritage kits, offering a wider appearance compared to standard letterbox designs.

Will this fit my Series 2 VE?
No, the grille aperture and mounting tabs changed significantly between Series 1 and Series 2. This part is strictly for Series 1 front bumpers.

What is the difference between Hand Laid and Chopper Gun?
Chopper guns spray random glass strands, leading to brittle sections. Our Hand Laid process manually layers glass mats, ensuring a better resin-to-glass ratio and higher impact resistance.