Love your characterization “brutally removed”. Honestly is still the best policy. Spent 3 hours trying to get the bolt to turn and it was frozen solid. Broke 3 new drill bits, 2 new screw extractors, finally cut it off at the head. Found a YT video where the mechanics took everything apart at the tailgate then realized the insert was glued in where the plate sits. Their ultimate solution? $12.95 license plate frame for a 2000-2004 BMW. Mine’s coming from Amazon Monday. Happy 4th everyone and God Bless America! (And all here as well!)