Product Description
Ford Thunderbird 1989-1997 Pillar Post Trim, Two Pieces (PP19671)
PP19671 is a two-piece set of polished stainless pillar post trim, listed at $40.49. Its title and fitment rows name the same two cars: the Ford Thunderbird 1989-1997 and the Mercury Cougar 1989-1997, both tagged 2-door and Coupe. Either coupe from those years is covered, and Cougar owners with any doubt can call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 to confirm PP19671 before ordering.
What the listing tells you
Two covers of 26 gauge 304 stainless steel, polished and made in the USA. No other pillar sets are linked, so there's no count to choose between. The listing carries no notes, no width and no names for the pillars covered. The product photos show the two shapes. Compare them with your car before buying, and if either shape has no obvious home, call first.
Fitment, in full
Ford Thunderbird, 1989-1997, 2-door, Coupe. Mercury Cougar, 1989-1997, 2-door, Coupe. Nine model years on each row. The Thunderbird rows span 1989 to 1997.
Before you order
Two quick checks prevent most returns. Check the model and year match one of the two rows, and that it's the 2-door coupe. Then look at your own pillars beside the product photos. If anything doesn't line up, phone with the part number before you buy rather than after.
Why stainless
The polish is the steel itself, not a coat of chrome, so there's nothing to blister or peel. Plain washing keeps it bright.
Mounting, and the surface underneath
The covers attach with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface. There's no drilling, and nothing is removed. The Installation tab gives the tape's temperature range and cure time.
On a car from these years, check the pillar surface carefully before fitting anything. The tape can only hold as well as what it's stuck to. If the finish there is cracked, flaking or loose, deal with it first, or call for advice. Old wax and polish also build up over time, so plan on a more thorough clean than usual.
Fitting the pair
Choose a dry, mild day and work in the shade. Unpack both covers and compare them with the photos; if one is bent, call before going further.
Wash the two pillar areas with mild car soap, rinse and dry fully. Wipe each with isopropyl alcohol on a lint-free cloth. If the cloth picks up residue, wipe again with a fresh one until it comes away clean, then let the surface dry.
Hold the first cover in place with its liner still on. Adjust until both edges follow the panel, then outline it with painter's tape. Peel the liner, set the cover into its outline and press firmly from one end to the other and along each edge. Fit the second cover the same way, then step back and compare the two.
If a cover won't lie flat, leave the liner on and phone 877-752-3811 rather than pressing harder. After the cure time, wash with ordinary car soap and dry with a soft towel.
PP19671 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP19671 |
| UPC | 691821330270 |
| Part type | Pillar Post Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 2 |
| 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 | 1989-1997 Ford Thunderbird and 1989-1997 Mercury Cougar |
Fitment: PP19671
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Thunderbird | 1989-1997 | 2-door, Coupe |
| Mercury Cougar | 1989-1997 | 2-door, Coupe |
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.
Installation tips: Pillar Post Trim
- Unpack all 2 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: PP19671 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP19671 fit?
Two coupes, the 1989-1997 Ford Thunderbird and the 1989-1997 Mercury Cougar, both tagged 2-door and both named in the title.
How many covers?
Two polished 26 gauge 304 stainless steel covers.
Which pillars are covered?
The listing doesn't say. Check the photos.
Will tape hold on an older finish?
It needs a sound, clean surface. Repair any cracked or loose finish first.
Is drilling required?
No. It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface.
