Ford Transit Custom Mk8 Front Grille Upper Grille Trim Panel Blazer Blue - 687

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Ford Transit Custom Mk8 Front Grille Fascia Blazer Blue - 687 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle. The meticulously designed grille ensures a cohesive look for the front end, and the distinctive Blazer Blue - 687 color allows for the preservation of the car's factory styling line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1779135-BLB
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1779135
• Substitutable numbers: 1779135
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Blazer Blue - 687
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Function of the Front Grille

The front grille for the Ford Transit Custom Mk8 is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the front end and proper airflow to the engine compartment. As a component mounted on the front of the vehicle, it plays an important role in protecting the radiator and other components from minor mechanical damage and road debris.

A properly selected grille also influences the vehicle's aerodynamics, and its design is adapted to factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and ensures stable seating in the bumper and adjacent body elements.

Color Scheme and Visual Matching

The Blazer Blue - 687 finish allows for consistency with the original body paint in this color. Therefore, replacing a damaged grille with the presented part enables the restoration of a uniform look to the front of the vehicle without the need for additional painting, provided that other elements are in the same shade.

Such color matching is particularly important for fleet and commercial vehicles, where maintaining a unified visual identity and a professional appearance of the car used in daily work is crucial.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The presented grille is a used part, which in practice means a favorable cost-to-quality ratio and the possibility of economical body repair. Its original origin from a Ford vehicle promotes proper fitment with the hood, bumper, and other front-end elements, without the need for modifications or adjustments to the mountings.

For body shops and workshops specializing in Ford van repairs, using such a part allows for reduced service time and minimizes the risk of installation problems typical for aftermarket parts with poorer geometry.

Application in Body Repairs

This grille model is suitable for both post-accident repairs and replacement of an element worn out by use. Replacing the front grille is often one of the key stages in restoring the original geometry of the front end, as a correctly chosen part helps in the proper alignment of gaps between the hood, bumper, and headlights.

• designed for installation on the front of the vehicle,
• original construction adapted to Ford Transit Custom Mk8,
• color matching the factory paint code Blazer Blue - 687,
• can be used in post-accident and renovation repairs.

Expanding Offer and Technical Knowledge

If you are carrying out comprehensive body repairs on Ford commercial vehicles and also need other elements related to covers, reinforcements, and components mounted on the front of the vehicle, check the available parts in the Ford Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

In the case of commercial vehicles, the exhaust system is often modernized concurrently with body repairs; if you are interested in issues related to the selection of used performance manifolds and catalytic converters, it is worth reading the article Performance Exhaust Systems: Used Manifolds and Sport Catalytic Converters on the Road, which clarifies key technical and operational aspects.