Ontario requires a front plate unfortunately degrading the look of the front facia. Almost makes one want to register in Quebec 
Additionally the plate holder provided by Alfa requires screws to the front bumper as per the dealer install. To avoid these holes a license plate mount kit was ordered from Madness Autoworks - part # 7-12, $79.89 . Delivery was prompt and the product is well constructed. It utilizes the passenger tow hook threaded receptor and is easy to install. However it leaves a substantial gap as to allow snow , ice and associate salt to accumulate within the bumper. To get round this problem I drilled a 1 1/4 in ( 1 in would have been better) in the Alfa provided plate holder and used the Autoworks bolts with a large washer to attache the plastic Alfa holder. The Alfa part fits within the tow hook access area to create a seal. A bead of silicone can be used to make sure salt doesn't penetrate. The Autoworks product is good for warmer climates and cleaner look as the Alfa holder extends beyond the plate . A 19mm bolt and washer is all that is required to attache the Alfa part via the tow hook.
Another potential winter issue is the low front dam and wheel well protrusions behind the front tires. I have already caught these on a small concrete curb placing pressure on the bottom screws holding the wheel liners, pulling them from the metal tabs. Compact snow and/or ice will be a problem as the these liners are not the best design or material.
I am placing winter tires and rims next month which should raise the height by an inch.
Joel
Ottawa, ON
Additionally the plate holder provided by Alfa requires screws to the front bumper as per the dealer install. To avoid these holes a license plate mount kit was ordered from Madness Autoworks - part # 7-12, $79.89 . Delivery was prompt and the product is well constructed. It utilizes the passenger tow hook threaded receptor and is easy to install. However it leaves a substantial gap as to allow snow , ice and associate salt to accumulate within the bumper. To get round this problem I drilled a 1 1/4 in ( 1 in would have been better) in the Alfa provided plate holder and used the Autoworks bolts with a large washer to attache the plastic Alfa holder. The Alfa part fits within the tow hook access area to create a seal. A bead of silicone can be used to make sure salt doesn't penetrate. The Autoworks product is good for warmer climates and cleaner look as the Alfa holder extends beyond the plate . A 19mm bolt and washer is all that is required to attache the Alfa part via the tow hook. Another potential winter issue is the low front dam and wheel well protrusions behind the front tires. I have already caught these on a small concrete curb placing pressure on the bottom screws holding the wheel liners, pulling them from the metal tabs. Compact snow and/or ice will be a problem as the these liners are not the best design or material.
I am placing winter tires and rims next month which should raise the height by an inch.
Joel
Ottawa, ON
