Product Description
Cadillac ATS 2013-2018 Stainless License Plate Bezel (LP53235)
LP53235 is a one-piece stainless License Plate Bezel for the Cadillac ATS 4-door sedan, listed on a single fitment row from 2013 through 2018. That's six model years and no exclusions. The record also links it to a long list of other stainless parts for the same sedan, including LB53235, which shares the plate area, and that pairing is the main thing to think about before ordering.
Bezel or bar, or both?
LB53235 is cataloged as a two-piece License Bar Extension Trim for the ATS sedan. The catalog doesn't say what that trim extends or exactly where its two pieces sit, and it doesn't describe how it relates to this bezel. Since both are named for the license plate area, look at the photos of each side by side. If you're considering both, hold them in place together before you peel any backing, and if the relationship still isn't clear, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with both SKUs.
Material and mounting
The bezel is 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, polished to a mirror finish and made in the USA. There's no chrome plating, so there's no coating to peel. It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface, no drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle. No dimensions are listed, so let the photos guide you on shape.
The rest of the ATS list
Described on this sheet: AT53235, a four-piece Body Side Molding Accent Trim at 1"; GC53235, a one-piece Gas Door Cover Trim; PP53235 and PP53236, Pillar Post Trim kits with four and six pieces; RB53235, a one-piece Rear Bumper Trim Accent; and TH53235, an eight-piece lower rocker kit that, per its note, spans from the bottom of the door up to a width given as 2.25-4.125". Six more are linked by number only: TH53236, TH53237, TH53238, WQ53235, WQ53236 and WQ53237. Their details aren't on this sheet, so check those listings directly. The bumper trim is the other piece cataloged near the plate, so it's another one to dry fit alongside the bezel.
Getting it on
Good paint comes first. Repair chips or lifting clear coat around the plate before anything else. Remove old adhesive, wash with soap and water, dry completely and wipe with rubbing alcohol. Hold the bezel in place with the backing on, check it from behind the car, and mark the position with painter's tape. Peel, align, and press firmly around every edge. The Installation tab lists each step and the temperature range the tape needs.
Check that your ATS is a 2013 to 2018 before you order. Try any plate frame at the dry fit. For care, mild soap, water and a soft cloth keep the polish bright; skip abrasive pads. Questions go to 877-752-3811; mention LP53235. Because the bezel is a single piece with no hardware, the job is mostly preparation, and the bond itself takes only a moment once the surface is ready.
LP53235 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | LP53235 |
| UPC | 757565504992 |
| 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 | 2013-2018 Cadillac ATS |
Fitment: LP53235
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac ATS | 2013-2018 | 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 2013-2018 Cadillac ATS
- AT53235: 4-piece Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- GC53235: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- LB53235: 2-piece License Bar Extension Trim
- PP53235: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP53236: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RB53235: 1-piece Rear Bumper Trim Accent
- TH53235: 8-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit
- TH53236: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
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: LP53235 License Plate Bezel
Which Cadillac ATS fits LP53235?
The 4-door sedan, model years 2013 through 2018.
How is this different from LB53235?
LB53235 is a two-piece License Bar Extension Trim; the catalog doesn't describe how the two relate. Compare photos or call 877-752-3811.
Can I install it with the RB53235 bumper trim?
Both are listed for the ATS sedan. Dry fit them together first.
How does it mount?
With 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.
Is it made in the USA?
Yes, from polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel.
