For decades, Ford’s vehicles have proudly worn the Blue Oval. That badge is so iconic, the automaker itself is often nicknamed after it. The name’s no mystery: the emblem is quite literally a blue oval. But not every driver is after that traditional look. That’s where Ford’s blacked-out emblems come in, and now, even the Ford Maverick can sport this stealthy twist on a classic symbol.
Available via the Ford Performance website, the black oval kit fits all 2022 through 2025 model year Ford Maverick pickups that aren’t equipped with a front camera. Assigned part No. M-1447-MVBC, the kit includes two badges finished in Smoked Chrome, one to replace the large oval up front and the smaller one affixed to the tailgate. Priced at $140, the kit is rated for fit on XL, XLT, and Lariat trimmed models.
That’s not to say it won’t fit the Ford Maverick Tremor and Lobo, however, although owners of these trims don’t need to black out their Ford ovals – they’re already black right from the factory. However, given that this set is finished in Smoked Chrome, not just black, it might appeal to Maverick Tremor and Lobo owners who want to stand out from the crowd.
The Black Appearance Package, available on the 2025 Ford Maverick XLT and Lariat trims, also includes a black Ford Oval as part of the bundle, but could easily be replaced with the Smoked Chrome version if that’s what its owner desires. Black ovals are also available for the Ranger, F-150, and Super Duty, as well as a black oval wheel center cap available for a number of models.
As a reminder, the 2025 Ford Maverick starts at $26,295, excluding the $1,595 for destination and delivery, making it significantly more expensive than the outgoing model. Production at the Hermosillo Assembly plant in Mexico kicked off on November 11th, 2024. The pickup began landing at U.S. dealers just one month later, putting it one step closer to the hands of its buyers in North America, while it recently arrived in Mexico, too.
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Doesn't fit 2025's.