AMG rear spoiler mounting?

[deton8r]

I just won a "NEW" authentic w116 AMG rear spoiler on eBay tonight  .  The seller claims to have purchased it in 1980 and never installed it.  He had a separate auction for a new Zender rear spoiler that looks very similar to the AMG and the bids didn't even get to $5 USD.  He had a reserve but I believe it was set at $100 at least on the AMG one I won.  There's a good chance the Zender will get relisted.  He's also selling a complete 6.9 engine with a Buy It Now of $1599.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT&viewitem=&item=160272173736

I know the AMG rear spoiler is made of a soft flexible material.  How do they mount?  Are they glued on or will I have to drill holes into my boot lid?  Also, are these paintable?  I have never seen a w116s with the AMG rear spoiler in person.  I have seen a w126 with an AMG spoiler that was painted but it may have been fiberglass.

[TJ 450]

Ahh yes, the "rubber sausage".
I'm not aware of seeing one installed on a W116, but they are quite common on R107's. Perhaps they are glued on with contact adhesive? It should become apparent when you receive the item in any case.

Tim

[WGB]

Most spoiler mountings require the boot to be drilled.

Bill

[MB_Mike]

I saw that listing and actually have the same one (also not installed). It does in fact have two bolts built into it. So holes would be required.

[deton8r]

Thanks!