Volkswagen T4 Transporter 1990-2003 Winter front grille cover

Winter upper grille cover for Volkswagen T4 Transporter 1990–2003 is installed over the factory radiator grille between the headlights and partially blocks cold air so the engine warms up faster in winter. There are four options: for the straight or the slanted front end (front type), each either matte made of ABS plastic or glossy made of polystyrene. Covers for the straight and slanted front end are not interchangeable.

What the “Choose shade” selection means

The parameter combines two things: your T4 front-end type and the cover’s finish. First determine the front end — the cover’s shape depends on it, and the “straight” one won’t fit a “slanted” grille. Then choose a matte or glossy surface. Color is black in all options, the manufacturer is Digital Designs, the комплектation — the cover and mounting hardware.

How to tell a straight T4 front end from a slanted one

• “Straight front” — rectangular headlights, the front end is almost vertical, the hood is short and straight.
• “Slanted front” (also called “slanted hood”, “little fox”) — the headlights are angled, the hood is sloped and longer, the grille is also tilted.

Model year alone isn’t enough to choose, and the front end could have been replaced on the vehicle. Use your vehicle’s headlights and hood as the reference, and if you’re unsure — send the manager a photo of the front end and he’ll advise the correct option.

Matte or glossy cover

By characteristics, the matte versions are made of ABS plastic, the glossy ones — of polystyrene. On a matte surface, small scratches from sand and car-wash brushes are less noticeable; the glossy one shines. The finish doesn’t affect how the cover works.

How it mounts and what to pair with it

Installation type — hooks. The cover is installed on the outside over the factory grille; there’s no need to remove the grille itself. In spring the cover is removed the same way and stored until next winter. Before the first trip, check that all hooks are engaged and the cover doesn’t rattle.

The upper cover only closes the grille between the headlights. To also cover the opening in the bumper, pair it with the lower T4 grille cover — it’s also selected for a straight or slanted front. For T4 Caravelle and Multivan 1990–2003 there is a separate listing for the upper cover with the same four options. Other winter covers for this body — on the VW T4 winter covers page, and how to decide whether you need the upper, the lower, or both is explained in the article about winter covers for T4, T5, T6 and Caddy.

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