Chrome Plated Plastic Automotive Emblems Are Easily Plated

Automotive Gold Plating Is Generally Done Right On The Car.  It Can Even Be Done The Showroom Floor Using Gold Plating Services' Gold Star, or Gold Wizard Portable Plating Systems.

Antenna Bases

The Keyhole Bezel is Stainless, The Emblem is Chrome Plated Plastic.  Both Are Done On The Car

Wheel Treatments

Some Larger Grills Are Selectively Plated.

What Color Does Gold Look Good On?

Many Grills Have Chrome Inserts And Painted Backgrounds