Here is a vintage original 1940 LaSalle two section grille, 50 series, with Lasalle script  and top emblem.   The late  LaSalle grilles have long been popular for many custom/hot rod applications. The last  photos are for reference purposes only, showing the front grill side grilles and fender slits on a car. The dimensions are approximately 30 1/2" high and 9" wide . 50 series lower section is 27" tall, one inch taller taller than 52 series.  The 50 and 52 series grilles were cast out of the same mold, just cut at different places. I am using a cut down 50 Series lower grille on my 52 series and it fits perfectly. 

The overall condition of the upper and lower grille: shiny chrome, no cracks or breaks and it looks really good for the age- straight and clean, with no serious problems after 80 years.  If you look at the bottom chromed curved piece of the lower grille that gets hit with rocks and never gets waxed you can see the overall quality of this grille. There are no cracks or breaks in the die-cast "pot" metal and the chrome finish still has a decent shine  with only minor blemishes (compared to what is usually seen on this type of grille), so maybe it was re-chromed durring past 80 years? . The grille could be polished up better or could be freshly  re-chromed to go on a trailer queen. It is best to use a good core like this for rechroming . Most blemishes are on the horizontal portion of the slats..  The upper grille has tiny scatterd pit bases and has better chrome than lower grille....this is what you see standing next to a car. Top emblem has a nicely restored crest and straight wings,...not much pitting. LaSalle script is nice with shiiny brass edges. Please chin the photos so you know what you are buying. If you prefer red script, I can change it out...same quality. For some reason the 1940 LaSalle  50 series grille is harder to find than 52 series, maybe more 50's got crushed.

Listing is for two grilles, script and top emblem. Bidders may bid on any combination of the four pieces....please specify. Shipping stays the same FREE for USA  l. Each piece has a value, and you can buy just what you need.