the invention relates to a support for a front module of a motor vehicle comprising a first support part for connection to a chassis of the motor vehicle and left and right brackets , wherein the left and right brackets are configured to receive a headlight unit and for connection to a bumper of the motor vehicle , respectively , wherein the left and right brackets with the left and right elastic elements are connected to the first support part , and comprising means for fixing the elastic elements relative to the chassis when the elastic elements have assumed an assembly position following elastic deformation .