The Ultimate OE-Correct OBS Grille Shell: AMD’s New Premium Grille for Chevy C/K Trucks & SUVs

The Ultimate OE-Correct OBS Grille Shell: AMD’s New Premium Chrome/Gray Grille for GMT-400 Chevy Trucks & SUVs

The OBS (Old Body Style) Chevrolet and GMC trucks—including the legendary Silverado and Sierra, as well as the C1500, C2500, C3500, K1500, K2500, and K3500—have become some of the most desirable classic trucks on the road today. Built on GM’s GMT-400 platform, these trucks and SUVs combine classic styling with modern drivability, making them ideal for restorations, restomods, and daily drivers alike.

One of the most defining visual elements of any 1994–1998 OBS Chevy truck is the front grille shell. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most commonly incorrect parts in the aftermarket.

That’s where Auto Metal Direct (AMD) steps in.

AMD is proud to introduce the most accurate OE-correct grille shell ever produced for late-model OBS Chevrolet C/K pickup trucks, Suburban, and Tahoe models—engineered to restore the exact factory look GM intended.

Why OBS GMT-400 Grilles Are So Commonly Wrong

The 1994–1998 Silverado and C/K trucks marked a major styling update within the OBS lineup. These trucks featured:

• Composite dual headlights

• A redesigned grille opening

• A distinct chrome and gray color break

• A factory molded-in GM bowtie surround

Many reproduction grilles on the market attempt to fit Silverado, C1500, K1500, and Tahoe applications but fall short in key areas. Common issues include:

• Incorrect grain texture

• Wrong chrome/gray color separation

• Poor mounting alignment

• Add-on bowtie surrounds instead of molded designs

These shortcuts are immediately noticeable—especially to OBS enthusiasts who know the difference between “close” and factory correct.

Introducing the AMD Premium OE-Correct OBS Grille Shell

AMD’s Premium Grille Shell – Chrome/Gray – Dual Headlight is a GM Licensed reproduction designed to replace GM OE part number 15981106. It is the only aftermarket grille shell built exactly like the factory original, including the fully integrated bowtie surround molded directly into the shell.

This grille is not a multi-piece workaround. It mirrors how GM originally produced the grille for Silverado-equipped C/K trucks and SUVs, delivering superior fit, finish, and authenticity.

OBS & GMT-400 Applications Covered

This grille shell fits a wide range of late-OBS Chevrolet trucks and SUVs, including the most commonly searched trims and configurations.

Chevrolet OBS Pickup Trucks (GMT-400 | 1994–1998)

• C1500, C2500, C3500

• K1500, K2500, K3500

• Silverado trims

• 2WD and 4WD

• Dual headlight front ends only

These trucks represent the core of the OBS market, from lowered street trucks to lifted K1500 and K2500 4x4 builds.

Chevrolet OBS SUVs (GMT-400 Platform)

• 1994–1999 Chevrolet Suburban (1500 & 2500)

• 1995–2000 Chevrolet Tahoe

These full-size SUVs share the same front-end architecture as the OBS pickups, making grille accuracy just as important for Tahoe and Suburban restorations as it is for Silverado trucks.

(Dual headlight models only.)

Why This Grille Is the Right Choice for Silverado, C/K & Tahoe Restorations

Whether you’re restoring a factory-correct 1996 Silverado C1500, refreshing a daily-driven K1500, or updating the front end on a Tahoe or Suburban, the grille defines the entire look of the truck.

AMD’s grille shell delivers:

• Correct OBS chrome/gray color break

• Factory-style grain and texture

• OEM-accurate mounting points

• Proper spacing for headlights, markers, and emblems

• Durable ABS construction for long-term use

This grille doesn’t just bolt on—it looks right, even next to original GM parts.

The Integrated Bowtie Surround: A Major AMD Advantage

One of the most important details separating AMD’s grille from other reproductions is the integrated GM bowtie surround.

Most aftermarket grilles rely on:

• Separate trim rings

• Adhesive-mounted emblem surrounds

• Incorrect proportions

AMD engineered this grille shell to match the original one-piece molded GM design, ensuring the bowtie sits flush, centered, and properly contoured—just like it did on factory Silverado trucks.

Recommended Hardware for Best Results

Many OBS trucks—especially C1500, K1500, and Tahoe models—are now 25–30 years old. Original grille mounting hardware is often brittle or missing.

For best results, AMD recommends pairing this grille shell with the correct OBS grille mounting hardware kits:

• X153-4088-8

• X153-4088-81

Fresh OE-style hardware ensures proper alignment, prevents stress cracks, and delivers a cleaner, more professional installation.

OBS Trucks, GMT-400 SUVs, and the AMD Commitment to Accuracy

From Silverado and Sierra pickups to Tahoe and Suburban SUVs, the GMT-400 platform covers a wide range of vehicles—but AMD’s approach remains the same:

• OE-correct engineering

• Licensed reproductions when neccessary

• Factory-accurate details

• No aftermarket shortcuts

This grille shell is a perfect example of that commitment.

Final Thoughts: The Best Grille Shell for Late OBS Chevy Trucks & SUVs

If you’re working on a:

• 1994–1998 Silverado C1500, C2500, or K1500

• 1994–1999 Chevrolet Suburban

• 1995–2000 Chevrolet Tahoe

AMD’s Premium OE-Correct OBS Grille Shell is the most authentic reproduction available today.

It restores the factory look GM intended for the GMT-400 platform—making it the right choice for serious OBS restorations.

Choose accuracy. Choose OE-correct. Choose AMD.