Product Description
Mercury Grand Marquis 1998-2011 Full Circle Stainless Gas Door Trim (GC38480)
GC38480 covers a long run of the Mercury Grand Marquis: fourteen model years, 1998 through 2011, on the 4-door sedan in LS and GS trims. It's a one-piece polished stainless overlay for the fuel door, made in the USA from 26 gauge 304 stainless steel, with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. Its catalog note describes the shape: full circle, no notch cutout.
Full circle, no notch
The note "Full Circle, NO notch cutout" tells you this trim is a complete circle with no notch cut into it. The catalog doesn't say why that matters for fitment, so compare the photos with your car's fuel door before ordering. If your door has a feature that would need a notch, call first.
Gas door required
For the 1998-2011 Grand Marquis, GC38480 is not a replacement cap or part. The Mercury needs its existing gas door to take this full-circle trim.
Fitment
Mercury Grand Marquis, 1998-2011, 4-door sedan, LS and GS. One row on the Fitment tab. The title shortens the years to 1998-11.
Two matches, one trim-specific
- RB38480: a two-piece rear bumper trim accent for the sedan, LS and GS.
- TH38487: an eight-piece full rocker kit, 8-9.125 inches, spanning from the bottom of the molding to the bottom of the door. Its fitment lists the GS only, not the LS.
So LS owners should call before ordering the rocker kit.
Attachment
The full-circle piece sits on the Grand Marquis' current fuel door, no drilling. Per QAA, the tape will hold for a lifetime without damaging the vehicle's surface.
Surface check
The tape bonds to the paint on the fuel door. On an older Grand Marquis, check the paint for fading, chips or peeling, and repair any of it first. The door should open and close freely and sit flush.
Install
Wash, rinse, and degrease the door face, repeating the degreaser if old wax is heavy. Let it dry. With the door closed and the liner on, place the circle so the paint showing around it is even; with a round part, judge it from straight on. Mark the spot with painter's tape on the body. Peel, align, and press firmly across the whole surface, then again after a minute. Open the door slowly to confirm clearance. The Installation tab has more.
Centering a round part
A circle has no corners to line up, so the even ring of paint around it is the only guide. A helper holding it while you stand back and look straight at it is the easiest way to judge. Small moves make a big difference.
Long fitment, one part
Because the row spans 1998 to 2011, the same piece applies across that whole range of LS and GS sedans.
Material
Polished 304 stainless steel, bright and reflective. 26 gauge is thin sheet, keeping the overlay low.
Conditions and care
A mild, dry day suits the job, with no rain overnight; later, gentle soap, a soft cloth and a wipe of fuel drips.
Order check
Grand Marquis sedan, LS or GS, 1998-2011, original fuel door in good condition.
Questions
For the Grand Marquis gas door trim, ring 877-752-3811 and give GC38480; you'll find the UPC under Specs.
GC38480 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | GC38480 |
| UPC | 691821618095 |
| Part type | Gas Door Cover Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Coverage / notes | Full Circle, NO notch cutout |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 1998-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis |
| Not included | This is NOT a replacement gas cap or door; your existing gas door is required |
Fitment: GC38480
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury Grand Marquis | 1998-2011 | 4-door, Sedan, LS, GS |
Match the year, model, and body style in this table to your vehicle before ordering. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 1998-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Gas Door Cover Trim
- Confirm your vehicle still has its original gas door. This trim mounts over it and does not replace it.
- Unpack the piece and hold it in position to confirm the fit before mounting it.
- Each piece mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, so clean and dry the mounting surface first; the tape needs paint or trim free of dirt and wax.
- Align the piece and press it firmly into place directly over the existing surface, working along its full length so the tape bonds evenly.
- Step back and check alignment before pressing along the full length of the piece.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: GC38480 Gas Door Cover Trim
Is GC38480 a replacement gas cap?
No. It is not a replacement cap or replacement part. You must have the existing gas door to install this piece.
What shape is it?
The catalog notes it is a full circle with no notch cutout.
Which Grand Marquis fits?
The 1998-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis 4-door sedan, LS and GS.
What is it made of?
26 gauge polished 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
How does it attach?
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, directly over the existing surface. No drilling.
How long does the tape hold?
QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
