Debate? I'm confused.

There is a process to obtain a signature plate, one I documented in another recent thread.

Basically, have $100 and a VIN on the ready. Contact a MB dealership that sees only dollar-signs, and request the favor.

Part number is 000 221 12 01


Two things:

• There's absolutely no way to verify who built the motor, so there's a good chance you'll have the wrong name
• Only a handful of people in this world will give a crap.

You will see one or two purists that will throw a b!tch fit because the name isn't accurate, and that's perfectly fine, seeing as the badgeless motor is technically inaccurate in it's own right (no badge = a ghost built it?). The other 99% of people will look at it and take it as exactly what it is: a nod to the motor's heritage. Most of the signatures are borderline illegible anyways

I haven't bought the name plate yet, but it doens't mean that I won't. Currently there are simply better things I can spend $100 on. But, if you find one in good condition for cheaper at a salvage yard, go for it.