GLS vs Qx55 — Modification Guide

Owners of the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 X167 looking at the GLS vs Qx55 — Modification Guide will find the relevant fitment, materials and pricing information below, along with shipping windows by region and a short FAQ.

What is included

• Front bumper conversion (paint-ready FRP)
• Rear diffuser with exhaust tip cut-outs
• Pair of side skirts
• Wheel-arch flares for wide-track conversion
• Trunk lid spoiler / ducktail
• Adhesive sealing tape and OEM-style fasteners

Materials and construction

Construction is FRP composite with basalt-fibre reinforcement for impact resistance and a shorter repair timeline than dry carbon. Carbon-fibre accents (where included) are pre-preg autoclave with a 2×2 twill weave and clear-coat finish.

Fitment and compatibility

Fits the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 X167 platform across the relevant build years. Hodoor strongly recommends a fitment confirmation step before production: chassis code, build year, trim level — we cross-check against the manufacturer's tooling and confirm radar/sensor compatibility before the panels are laid up.

Installation

Installation is a body-shop job, not DIY. Expect 30–55 shop hours for a competent shop including trial fit, panel-gap adjustment, sanding, primer, base + clear coat, cure and reassembly. Plan for matching wider wheels — running stock-width rims under flared fenders looks unfinished.

Pricing

Pricing depends on platform and configuration but typically ranges from €17,000 to €34,000 for the full FRP set, plus optional carbon add-ons. Painting, installation and freight are billed separately by the receiving body shop / logistics provider. For a quotation against your exact spec, write to [email protected] or WhatsApp +44 744 0965 747 with chassis code, production year, factory colour code and (for kits) target wheel set.

Shipping and delivery

Orders ship in reinforced wooden crates with foam inserts. Indicative transit times once the order leaves our workshop:

• Europe (EU/UK/CH): 5–12 business days
• Middle East / UAE: 7–14 business days
• USA & Canada: 10–16 business days
• Asia-Pacific: 12–21 business days

Customs clearance and duty are paid by the consignee and depend on the destination country.

Who buys this product

Typical buyers are private collectors building a second/weekend car, small specialist workshops building show cars for SEMA / Top Marques, and Middle-East customers commissioning one-off spec builds paint-matched to existing factory or paint-to-sample colours.

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• GLS Body Kit
• GLS Carbon Fiber
• GLS Front Bumper
• Renegade Design body kit for Mercedes Benz GLS X1
• Hofele Carbon Fiber Body kit set for Mercedes GLS

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FAQ

Can the manufacturer's warranty be affected?

Some installations may impact OEM warranty on related components (paint, sensors, suspension). Please confirm with your dealer before ordering. Hodoor does not extend OEM warranty.

Can I order spare or single components?

Many products are sold as complete sets because geometry is engineered to work together. Spare individual panels may be available on request — write to [email protected] with the chassis code you are working with.

Will my insurance cover the modification?

Most major insurers require notification of aftermarket body or performance modifications. We can supply a manufacturer letter and product datasheets to assist with that conversation; coverage decisions remain with the insurer.

Can the product be shipped to a body shop directly?

Yes — provide the body-shop name, VAT/EORI number and address, and we will configure the shipment paperwork (commercial invoice, HS codes, lifting-point schedule) to deliver direct to the workshop.