Product Description
BMW 3 Series Sedan 1992-1998 Four-Piece Stainless Pillar Covers (PP92905)
PP92905 is four mirror-polished stainless steel covers for the pillar posts of the 4-door BMW 3 Series sedan, model years 1992 through 1998. They are made in the USA from 304 stainless and attach with 3M tape.
Sedan only
This kit is listed for the 4-door sedan. If your 3 Series is another body style, it is not part of this listing; please call before ordering. The Fitment tab shows the record.
Pair it with door handle trim
QAA links one more part to this sedan: the DH92905 eight-piece door handle accent trim, noted as including passenger key access. If you want polished details on the handles as well as the pillars, that kit is the match. It is sold separately.
What the data says about coverage
Nothing specific. There is no coverage note for this pillar kit, so the catalog does not identify which posts the four covers dress. The photos are the guide.
Model years
1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, and 1998 BMW 3 Series, 4-door sedan.
Material
Each cover is 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, mirror polished. There is no plating, so the finish cannot chip or peel.
Mounting
The four 3 Series covers sit over the existing surface on 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, and no trim is removed. QAA says the tape will hold for a lifetime without harming the BMW.
Prep a well-used finish
After many years of washing and waxing, pillar paint can carry residue that blocks adhesion. Clean the pillars, dry them, and go over them with a wax-free product. Address any flaking paint where a cover will sit before installing.
Install
- Choose a dry, mild day.
- Prepare the pillars as above.
- Dry-fit each cover with the liner on.
- Peel and press each cover end to end.
- Check each one before the next.
- Hold off washing the 3 Series for a few days.
More on the Installation tab.
Placement
Four pieces are easy to judge by eye. Step back after each one and look along the sedan from the front and rear before pressing hard.
Why polished pillars
They give the side windows a bright outline while the original pillars stay untouched underneath. No mechanical change is involved.
Care
Mild soap, a rinse, and a soft towel. Keep abrasives off the mirror finish.
Before ordering
Confirm the year and body style on your registration. If you plan to fit the DH92905 handle trim, think about doing both jobs together: the cleaning steps are the same, and the whole side of the car gets its new look at once.
Handling tips
Keep the covers on a soft towel so the polished faces stay unmarked. Leave each liner in place until the moment the cover goes on, and avoid touching the adhesive. Panels that are hot from the sun or cold from overnight do not bond as well; a mild afternoon in the shade is best.
Solid stainless, briefly
Because the covers are stainless throughout, a light scuff shows more steel, not a different material underneath.
Part details
3 Series sedan kit PP92905, UPC 691821532520: Quality Automotive Trims, 877-752-3811.
PP92905 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP92905 |
| UPC | 691821532520 |
| Part type | Pillar Post Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 4 |
| 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 | 1992-1998 BMW 3 Series |
Fitment: PP92905
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| BMW 3 Series | 1992-1998 | 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 1992-1998 BMW 3 Series
- DH92905: 8-piece Door Handle Accent Trim
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Pillar Post Trim
- Unpack all 4 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: PP92905 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP92905 fit?
The 4-door BMW 3 Series sedan, 1992-1998.
Does it fit other 3 Series body styles?
The listing is for the 4-door sedan only. Please call before ordering for another body.
Is there matching door handle trim?
Yes, DH92905 is an eight-piece door handle accent kit that includes passenger key access.
How does it install?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle.
What is it made of?
Mirror-polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
Who do I call?
Quality Automotive Trims, 877-752-3811.
