Sto N Sho - Removable Front License Plate

[mavjr99]

I just took delivery of my first M car. M4, black, black full leather, manual. I am in NY and the front plate issue has plagued me for years.

A few things to say. First of all, I have been driving different variants of 911s since 1989 exclusively until I traded in my 2009 Turbo for a 2014 Cayman S. Impressions . . . The Cayman S was my favorite Porsche. It was awesome. Go figure. That said, once I test drove the M4, I was sold. After 3 days with the car, It has blown me away. My favorite car ever, bar none. And from a value perspective, it's an incredible bargain.

But now, back to the topic at hand, the front plate. I refuse to drill, and I have tried everything from tow hook mounts to the Skene mount (not bad at all) on my previous Porsches. Sto N Sho is hands down the GREATEST solution. ZERO drilling and totally solid (I chose the lower mount option, as there are 2). The plate can be installed or removed in under 3 seconds. I actually went back to the dealership this morning to show the techs. They were BLOWN AWAY. Sorry no pics I am old and busy, but I needed to pass this along.

I am new to the forum, new to the M family, so i just wanted to help out. Mods already are IND painted side markers and 35% tint all around. That will GROW! Love this car. Happy to be here!

[x.shell]

Hello bpost. Here's another product I am using that I'm very pleased with. It's called the Sto N Sho. The benefits of this front license plate mount vs others is it's ease of use. It literally takes 2 seconds to take the plate on and off.

The criteria I had for the solution.

• It had to be discreet when dismounted.
• It had to be really quick and easy to mount/unmount.
• The plate had to mount in the center where the factory plate would mount.
• It had to be inexpensive.

A couple of notations.

• You can just use the 3M double tape that is provided. However, I wanted to drill the single hole for added security. Other members here opted to just use the 3M tape.
• I also ditched the bolt/nuts that mount the license plate to the aluminum backing. Instead I used some chicago style screws/nuts to mount the plate. It's a lot more flushed. Pic below.
• I also filed another notch on the shaft so that I can push in the license plate closer to the bumper. The result is the plate being mounted in the OEM position.
• Constructed entirely of milled aluminum (except the pin mechanism and the key ring).

Here are some pics and a video of the product.

[gblansten]

http://shop.bigmikesperformanceparts.com/

[GC-M3]

Does it work on the M3? I've found it on their site but it says for the M4.

[al3xander]

Originally Posted by GC-M3

Does it work on the M3? I've found it on their site but it says for the M4.

F80 and F82 have identical front bumpers if I'm not mistaken

[GC-M3]

Originally Posted by al3xander

F80 and F82 have identical front bumpers if I'm not mistaken

Great, I have a M3 that just finished production. I'll definitely order one and have it waiting!

[Vetkin]

Doesn't this still require drilling? I chose the tow hook option because I didn't need to own a drill to install it, but I hate the off center look.

[mavjr99]

Zero drilling . . . This thing is awesome. The PERFECT solution.

[Carl_F80]

Originally Posted by mavjr99

Zero drilling . . . This thing is awesome. The PERFECT solution.

what about cooling of the engine ?

[mavjr99]

I spoke the the "vendor" about the same thing. Under normal conditions a non issue. Just pop it off if we want to have a track day. Plenty of air still getting in there. It makes sense.

[gblansten]

[STOOF]

These things have been around for roughly 10 years. They have motorized ones too.

[mavjr99]

This is awesome. That garbage is plastic.

[STOOF]

I had one on my 06 G35...and it was metal.

[mavjr99]

These things have not been around for 10 years btw. Totally different and inferior system, both the manual and mechanized version. That mount slides the plate under the car. This one comes off totally.

[STOOF]

Originally Posted by mavjr99

These things have not been around for 10 years btw. Totally different and inferior system, both the manual and mechanized version. That mount slides the plate under the car. This one comes off totally.

Ok, so they've improved the design in the past 10 years.

My statement was only referring to these not being new.

Why are you getting so offended by everything said in here.

[SakhirM4]

Originally Posted by mavjr99

These things have not been around for 10 years btw. Totally different and inferior system, both the manual and mechanized version. That mount slides the plate under the car. This one comes off totally.

A good attitude and a thick skin go a long way to enjoying this forum. Not everyone will agree with you and not everyone may like this product. So what - who cares.

Those who like this mount can benefit and those who don't won't. I have a Skene mount and like it, but this design seems good.

[saleen556]

I think the design is great. Looks very simple to install and looks as good as you can get with a plate. I'll be ordering one this week.

[Cajun1]

Thanks for posting this and welcome! Car looks great with the blacked out grill but then again I'm partial to BSM and I agree, the car is outstanding.

[Scott@Radar-Mirror.com]

Cool product. I live in TX and front plates are required but it isn't enforced (where I live).

[x.shell]

Originally Posted by Scott@Radar-Mirror.com

Cool product. I live in TX and front plates are required but it isn't enforced (where I live).

Here in Los Angeles area, they don't "really" enforce it either. If a cop does give you a ticket for it, it's usually a correctable fix-it ticket that costs $10.

However, our parking enforcement people also give parking tickets for no front plate; some times it's really expensive. So I mainly use it for when I have to street park.

[STOOF]

Originally Posted by Scott@Radar-Mirror.com

Cool product. I live in TX and front plates are required but it isn't enforced (where I live).

Lucky.

Its hit or miss here in NYC. Some cops are real dicks about it and act like you murdered someone when they pull you over. Im like relax, its ugly and I dont like it. They get so caught off guard its great. Then hand em my PBA card and am on my way lolol

For the record I dont have reg or inspection sticker in the window either. I actually havent gotten an inspection in over 5 years.