50GMC253,

I am very interested in knowing more about 1955-1st grills. It is my understanding that the standard 1955-1st grill is all white (no "inner" and "outer" grill different in color). Is that correct?

When you state "In 54 the grill background color is white but is black on 55.1.", are you referring to the chrome grills for both years?

Thanks,
Tim

Tim
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