How much area on the side of the license plate would the frame covers? (I've pretty limited room on the sides)
2070371
Not sure what you mean but your license plate fits inside the frame itself and there is maybe about a quarter inch around the edge of the plate that the frame covers. If you need more info just contact me.
386143
It fits a standard license plate. I live in NY and it fits mine. I don't think license plates vary in size by make of automobile.I'm assuming your license plate is near the front bumper. It saves your bumper from scratches when a car backs into a tight parking space HEAD ON However, a car can still hit your bumper from an angle on the side of your bumper. I use a full guard latched into my trunk for my back bumper. It's a pretty good product, especially for NYC.
354384
The mounting plate it 7.5'' by 4.5'', roughly. I had to hold the tape measure a few inches away and estimate.
160941
I am answering without measuring but ai have a Toyota 4Runner and it covers the back seat with room to spare.
1382265
On my car the cover lines up with the back edge of the license plate about 1/8" gap with painted surface.
224994
The license plate does not come with the mounting frame. It does have predrilled holes in each corner.
2218587
I have a Maine Plate and it doesn't cover any letters. The frame only covers about 3/8 of an inch around the outer edge of the plate (I measured it). Looks good on my black Scion TC.
390225
The frame is universal fit. It uses the same holes as your state license plate. If your plate is mounted (or there are provisions for mounting) you should be fine.
966305
If I understand the spirit of your question correctly, then no, it won't fit. This cover is 1/4"-3/8" tall. You could put a regular frame on top of it, but it won't be flush against the license plate.
2260628
I didn't relocate the front plate. The bar fit without taking it off but it is tight. The bar kind of blocks the front license plate but it still works and a plate fits in.
672150
It depends on what you've got over the license plate holder. It's great, but it's stout and straight, and doesn't flex, so it barely fits around the sissy rack on my 99 heritage.
965738
All license plates are the same size. Mine (New York) has "New York" on the top and "the Empire State" on the bottom covered, but not the place letters/numbers.
1610799
Yes, a standard license plate frame will fit. See the example of the vanity plate in the listing. Frames that will not fit, are those with a frame that has extensions on the outside of the frame.
1836569
Not sure what you mean by "decorative", but a standard state issued license plate will bend slightly and fit nicely in the frame. The frame is designed to fit the bumper (assuming your have a curved front Mercedes bumper).
1910679
It all depends on where you live and whether or not the local police would ticket you for using the larger (3.0) version which obscures the license plate. Gvien the size difference the 3.0 wouold proivde better bumper protection.
2146324
Hello Patty, The carrier should not cover your license plate. If the carrier is folded up vertical it may cover your licence plate, that is, depending on where your licence plate is on your vehicle. The carrier platform is 47 inches long by 28 inches wide with a 42 inch ramp. The hitch does not have to be wired, as it only has reflectors. Please let me know if you have any additional questions. Warm regards, Heather
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Good observation/question! Is the backing sharp? Does it have the potential to scratch the paint? The short answer to both questions is "Yes". But it really depends on how closely your license plate with the frame is to the body when secured with screws. On my Chevy Equinox, the frame was very close (1/16") at the top where the screws mount to the lift gate. At the bottom, the license frame to body clearance was approx. 3/8". I had the same concern as you, knowing that the frame could touch the paint if pushed on (as when washing), or even shutting the lift gate as the frame/plate could vibrate when stopping at the latch. To prevent any marks/scratches, I simply applied a length of 1/8" thick foam rubber weather strip at the top of the plate, and I used a length of 3/8" weather strip on the bottom of the plate. Outdoor use weather stripping is available at most hardware stores/home centers in a variety of thicknesses. The outdoor stripping is usually black or gray (indoor is typically white/ neutral). Get the type that has adhesive on one side. I applied the adhesive side to the BACK of the license plate at the top and bottom, parallel to each other, approx. 1/2" from the edge of the plate. All depending on how the plate mounts and what the clearances are at the top, bottom, and sides, you could put the weather stripping on just the sides, or even all the way around the back side of the plate. In any event, my license plate and frame cannot come in contact with the painted surface.