The mesh below the rear bumper is a diffuser. The ugly license plate holder at the front can be pulled directly out with some force; you can use heavy duty velcro to relocate the plate off side so you can show off the unique trademark grille. Be sure to release the inside windshield latch before operating the trunk button; those 2 rear buttresses should not be under strain upon opening. The 2.4 Ecotec engine will likely last longer than the turbocharged GXP engine. Never close the hood without closing the doors first. Do not push down on the trunk humps; they will easily dent. Enjoy!
The one you have is the 2.4L not the 2.0L. The 2.0 is the gxp model making 260 hp stock. The 2.4 makes around 177 hp
I see bumper covers selling for $1000 USD on eBay. Pretty expensive
The mesh below the rear bumper is a diffuser. The ugly license plate holder at the front can be pulled directly out with some force; you can use heavy duty velcro to relocate the plate off side so you can show off the unique trademark grille. Be sure to release the inside windshield latch before operating the trunk button; those 2 rear buttresses should not be under strain upon opening. The 2.4 Ecotec engine will likely last longer than the turbocharged GXP engine. Never close the hood without closing the doors first. Do not push down on the trunk humps; they will easily dent. Enjoy!
Not a bad car I'm sure we'll take a road trip in it