Product Description
Buick LeSabre 2000-2005 Sedan: Upper Rocker Kit, 3.5" Under the Molding, 8 Pieces (TH40565)
TH40565 is the narrower eight-piece option among the LeSabre Upper Kits. It's listed for the 2000-2005 Buick LeSabre four-door sedan: eight polished stainless steel pieces, 3.5" wide, that "Span from the bottom of the molding DOWN to the specified width." The top edge meets the bottom of the side molding and the steel extends three and a half inches below it.
Three LeSabre Upper Kits
This record links to two other Upper Kits for the same car, and the choice isn't obvious, so here's what the data says about each:
- TH40565 (this one): eight pieces, 3.5".
- TH40566: eight pieces, 6".
- TH40567: twelve pieces, 3.5".
The width is easy to decide by eye. The harder part is that TH40565 and TH40567 share the 3.5" width and the same placement but differ by four pieces, and the record doesn't say why. If you're deciding between those two, call 877-752-3811 and we'll go through what each covers.
Other LeSabre trim on the sheet
PP40565 and PP40566 are pillar post kits (four and six pieces), and WZ40565 is a four-piece wheel well fender trim molding tagged "Short Style." Their finishes and details are on their own listings.
Material
Eight LeSabre sedan strips, each 3.5" of polished 26 gauge 304 stainless steel made in the USA, mount under the molding using 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. That tape, QAA says, will hold for a lifetime without marking the 2000-2005 Buick.
Try 3.5" with tape
Place painter's tape from the bottom of the molding down three and a half inches on a front door, then run a second strip down to six inches on a rear door for comparison. Step back and look. Most decisions between widths get made right there.
The molding line
Since every piece hangs from the molding, it needs to be straight and firmly attached. Reattach or replace loose sections first. The data doesn't say molding is included.
Preparation
Wash and dry the doors and panels. Wipe the band with isopropyl alcohol, getting into the crease under the molding. Touch up chips and allow them to cure.
Install
Sort the eight pieces with the product photos and label the liners. Dry-fit with painter's tape. Then peel a few inches of liner, set the top edge snug to the molding, and press along as the liner comes off. Finish with firm pressure.
Finishing
Open each door to check clearance. Sight along the top edges from the front corner. Give it a day before washing.
Conditions
A dry, mild day or a garage. Let the car and parts reach a comfortable temperature first.
Care
Mild soap and a soft mitt; dry afterward. No abrasive pads.
Matching the sides
As each piece goes on, measure its end from the nearest door gap and hold the rest to those numbers, so the car reads evenly from any angle.
Have ready when you call
Model year, a photo of the full side, and which of the three kits you're weighing.
3.5-inch LeSabre kit TH40565 (UPC 691821305551): Quality Automotive Trims takes calls at 877-752-3811.
TH40565 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | TH40565 |
| UPC | 691821305551 |
| Part type | Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit |
| Pieces in kit | 8 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 3.5" |
| Coverage / notes | Spans from the bottom of the molding DOWN to the specified width |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2000-2005 Buick LeSabre |
Fitment: TH40565
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Buick LeSabre | 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 Buick LeSabre
- PP40565: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP40566: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH40566: 8-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- TH40567: 12-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- WZ40565: 4-piece Wheel Well Fender Trim Molding
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- Unpack all 8 pieces and match each one to its position on the vehicle, using the product photos, before fitting any of them.
- 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.
- Fit one piece at a time and compare each with the product photos and the pieces already in place.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: TH40565 Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
What car is TH40565 for?
The Buick LeSabre 2000-2005 four-door sedan.
How is it different from TH40567?
Both are 3.5" Upper Kits; this is eight pieces and TH40567 is twelve. The record doesn't explain why, so call 877-752-3811.
Is there a wider option?
TH40566 is 6" with eight pieces.
Where does the trim start?
At the bottom of the side molding, running down 3.5".
