Product Description
Cadillac CTS Sedan 2008-2013 and CTS Sport Wagon 2010-2014 Gas Door Trim (GC48250)
Sedan or wagon, this one is listed for both. The title names the 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS and the 2010-2014 CTS Sport Wagon, and the Fitment tab has a row for each. Both rows are 4-door and carry the same combined body description, "Sedan, Sport Wagon," so the year is what separates them.
Pay attention to the two ranges. The CTS row covers six years and the Sport Wagon row five, with the wagon starting later and ending later. A Sport Wagon from 2010-2014 or a CTS from 2008-2013 matches; anything outside those is not on this listing.
For the CTS sedan or Sport Wagon, GC48250 is one polished 304 stainless piece, 26 gauge, made in the USA, and it mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
GC48250 is trim for the CTS, not a replacement cap or replacement part. The CTS's existing gas door must be there, since the trim is a skin for it.
Three companion pieces, each for both bodies. The cross-listed CTS parts are tagged for the sedan and the Sport Wagon alike. MI48250 is a six-piece body molding insert kit, 0.6875 inches wide. TH48250 is a two-piece rocker trim that sits on the rocker and installs below the door, 1 inch wide. WQ48250 is a four-piece wheel well accent set. With the gas door trim, that's polished stainless at the molding, the rocker, the wheel wells and the fuel door.
Paint check. GC48250 installs directly over the existing surface, with no drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle. Paint is what the tape actually holds onto, so it pays to look closely. Repair any chalky, cloudy or flaking clear coat, chips near the edge, or blisters before starting, and make sure the door closes evenly with the body around it.
How we'd fit it. Get the face of the door spotless: a soapy wash and rinse, a full dry, then degreaser on a clean cloth until nothing comes off. Next, with the backing still on, rest the trim on the shut door and adjust it a little at a time until the reveal of paint is uniform. Two short pieces of painter's tape on the surrounding body hold that reference. Lift the trim, peel the backing, bring it back to the tape, and set it down without sliding. Firm pressure over every part of the face does the bonding, and a second round a minute later helps. Open the door gently to confirm nothing rubs. The Installation tab repeats this in more detail.
The metal. Polished 304 stainless has a bright, reflective surface, and the thin 26 gauge sheet follows the CTS door closely.
Weather and upkeep. Choose a mild, dry day and give the tape overnight to set before water touches it. Routine care is a soft cloth and mild soap, plus a wipe after any fuel splash.
For the CTS gas door trim, phone Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 and mention GC48250; Specs shows the UPC.
GC48250 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | GC48250 |
| UPC | 757565505197 |
| Part type | Gas Door Cover Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS and 2010-2014 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon |
| Not included | This is NOT a replacement gas cap or door; your existing gas door is required |
Fitment: GC48250
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac CTS | 2008-2013 | 4-door, Sedan |
| Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon | 2010-2014 | 4-door, Sedan |
| Cadillac CTS | 2008-2013 | 4-door, Sport Wagon |
| Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon | 2010-2014 | 4-door, Sport Wagon |
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 Cadillac CTS
- MI48250: 6-piece Body Molding Insert Trim Kit
- TH48250: 2-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
- WQ48250: 4-piece Wheel Well Accent Trim
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: GC48250 Gas Door Cover Trim
Is GC48250 a replacement gas door?
No. It is not a replacement cap or replacement part. You must have the existing gas door to install this piece.
Does it fit the CTS Sport Wagon?
Yes. The fitment lists the 2010-2014 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon as well as the 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS.
What is it made of?
Polished 304 stainless steel, 26 gauge, made in the USA.
Does it require drilling?
No. It installs directly over the existing surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
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.
