{"product_id":"gm-chevrolet-3997233-grille-emblem","title":"GM Chevrolet 3997233 Grille Emblem 1972 Impala Caprice Original OEM","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an original GM Chevrolet 3997233 grille emblem made for the front grille of a 1972 Chevrolet Impala or Caprice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe raised Chevrolet lettering remains clear and readable, while the chrome-tone metal, recessed black background, back surface, and mounting hardware show visible wear, oxidation, discoloration, and age from use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis original Chevrolet grille script suits a 1972 Impala or Caprice restoration where an authentic GM marked part matters more than using a modern reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-memorabilia\" title=\"chevrolet grill emblem 1970s\"\u003eChevrolet script grille emblem\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front grille emblem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1972\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrome-tone metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver tone with black recessed background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker and Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e General Motors GM logo and 3997233\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern or Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufacturer part number 3997233\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Chevrolet automotive trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 inches long, 1\/2 inch wide, a little over 1 inch deep at the mounting posts. Product weight 1.5 ounces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raised Chevrolet lettering, two rear mounting posts, original GM marking, designed for front grille placement on a 1972 Chevrolet Impala or Caprice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e The emblem is intact and usable, with clear signs of use and surface wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Chevrolet lettering remains complete, raised, and easy to read across the front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth rear mounting posts are present, and the GM logo with part number 3997233 remains visible on the back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe long narrow form appears intact in the photos, with no obvious break through the script or backing strip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe chrome-tone surfaces show scratches, dulling, oxidation, spotting, and areas of discoloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe recessed black finish shows wear and unevenness around the lettering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe back has visible oxidation, grime, staining, and surface wear from previous installation and storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe mounting posts and retaining hardware show darkening, oxidation, and age related surface wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Close to new. Any flaw is small and named above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light use. Every flaw is named above, and none of them get in the way of reading or display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and usable, with clear signs of use. Every flaw is named above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy wear or damage, named above. A reading or working copy, not a display piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GM logo and stamped 3997233 part number identify this as an original General Motors component. 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