Product Description
Chevrolet Impala 2000-2005 Stainless License Plate Bezel (LP40135)
For the Chevrolet Impala 4-door sedan, model years 2000 through 2005, LP40135 is the License Plate Bezel in the catalog. It's a single piece of 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA and polished to a mirror finish, that frames the plate area. The fitment row lists six years, sedan only, no trim exclusions.
Start with an honest look at the paint
The newest Impala on this row is a 2005, and the bezel is held by tape, so the surface around your plate decides how well it holds. Take the plate off and look in good light. Chips should be touched up. Clear coat that is lifting or flaking should be repaired, not covered, because the tape bonds to that top layer. Old adhesive from dealer frames or stickers should come off with a plastic scraper. Once the area is sound, the rest is straightforward.
Mounting
The Impala bezel attaches directly over the existing surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, so there's no drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle. Wash the area, rinse, dry fully and wipe with rubbing alcohol. Dry-fit with the liner on and check from behind the car that the margins are even, then mark the spot with painter's tape. Peel, place and press firmly. The Installation tab has the full step list and temperature range.
Shape and size
The catalog gives no dimensions and no cutout notes for this bezel. Compare the product photos with the area around your plate, including any lock, emblem or lighting. If they don't line up, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 and quote LP40135.
Impala parts on the same sheet
TH40135 is an eight-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit at 3.5" that Spans from the bottom of the molding DOWN to the specified width. WS40135 is a four-piece window sill trim set. GC40135 is a one-piece gas door cover trim. There are two pillar post kits: PP40135 with four pieces, and PP40136 with six pieces and the note Rear Triangles only. The listing doesn't explain how six pieces cover only the rear triangles, and we've asked for it to be checked, so call before ordering that kit if the coverage matters to you. Check each listing for its finish.
Why the bezel first
None of the other parts here is cataloged for the rear, so from this list the bezel is the only way to put polished stainless on the back of the Impala. It's also the smallest job, which makes it a good test of how your paint takes tape before you try the rocker kit.
Before ordering
An Impala sedan from 2000 to 2005 should appear in your records. If you run a frame on the plate, refit it during the dry fit to make sure it doesn't overlap the bezel.
Care
Wash with mild soap and water and dry with a soft towel. Keep abrasive pads away from the polish.
LP40135 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | LP40135 |
| UPC | 641606029783 |
| Part type | License Plate Bezel |
| 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 | 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala |
Fitment: LP40135
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Impala | 2000-2005 | 4-door, Sedan |
Fitment is listed exactly as QAA catalogs it. Confirm the body style as well as the year and model. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala
- GC40135: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- PP40135: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP40136: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH40135: 8-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- WS40135: 4-piece Window Sill Trim Set
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: License Plate Bezel
- 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: LP40135 License Plate Bezel
Which Impala does LP40135 fit?
The 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala 4-door sedan.
Will it stick to older paint?
The tape needs a sound surface. Repair peeling or lifting paint first, then clean with soap, water and rubbing alcohol.
How does it attach?
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, directly over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
Are dimensions listed?
No. Use the photos or call 877-752-3811.
How many pieces?
One.
