Product Description
Kia Optima Sedan 2001-2006 Stainless License Plate Bezel (LP24805)
If your Kia Optima is a 4-door sedan from the 2001 through 2006 model years, LP24805 is the License Plate Bezel cataloged for it. That's six years on a single fitment row, no trim exclusions. The bezel is one piece of 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA, with a mirror-polished face that outlines the plate area.
Mind the paint first
The oldest cars on this row date to 2001, so the paint around the plate deserves a careful look before any trim goes on. The bezel uses 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape and installs directly over the existing surface, with no drilling, and tape bonds to whatever top layer it's given. Chips should be touched up, and clear coat that's peeling or flaking needs proper repair first rather than being covered. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle; a sound surface is what lets the tape do its job.
Step by step, in words
Take the plate off and keep the screws together. Scrape off any leftover adhesive from old frames or dealer stickers with a plastic tool. Wash the area with soapy water, rinse it, let it dry fully, then wipe with rubbing alcohol until the cloth stays clean. Next, hold the bezel against the car with its liner on and check from behind that it sits level with even margins. Mark that position with painter's tape. Finally, peel the liner, set the bezel on the marks, and press firmly around the entire frame, then go around again a minute later. Check the Installation tab for the temperature range.
No size on file
The catalog doesn't give dimensions or note any cutouts for this bezel, so the product photos are where you'll see its shape. Compare them with the area around your plate, including any lock, emblem or lighting. Unsure? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 and mention LP24805.
Other Optima parts
Two other Optima parts list the same 3.8" width. RD24805 is a three-piece Rear Deck Accent, and the other part cataloged for the rear of the car, so compare its photos with this bezel's if you want both. TH24805 is an eight-piece rocker kit that Installs below the door AND Spans from the bottom of the door UP to the specified width. WP24805 is a twelve-piece Window Trim Package that Includes Upper Trim and Pillar Posts, NO Window Sills. PP24805 and PP24806 are pillar post kits with four and six pieces; since the package already includes pillar posts, check the photos before pairing them. Check each listing for its finish.
Final checks
The Optima this bezel fits is a 2001 to 2006 car. If you use a plate frame, refit it during the dry fit to see that it doesn't overlap the bezel. Wash the stainless with mild soap and water, dry it with a soft towel, and keep abrasive pads away from the mirror finish.
LP24805 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | LP24805 |
| UPC | 691821605415 |
| 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 | 2001-2006 Kia Optima |
Fitment: LP24805
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Optima | 2001-2006 | 4-door, Sedan |
Check your vehicle against every column here: year range, model, and body style all have to match. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2001-2006 Kia Optima
- PP24805: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP24806: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RD24805: 3-piece Rear Deck Accent
- TH24805: 8-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker & Lower Kit
- WP24805: 12-piece Window Trim Package
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: LP24805 License Plate Bezel
Which Optima does LP24805 fit?
The 2001-2006 Kia Optima 4-door sedan.
Will it stick to older paint?
The tape needs a sound surface. Repair peeling or flaking clear coat 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.
