Product Description
Mercedes E Class Wagon Pillar Trim, Four Stainless Pieces, 1996-2002 (PP96060)
Here is the detail that matters most on this listing: the title says "Mercedes E Class," but the fitment record for PP96060 is the 4-door wagon, not the sedan. QAA lists these four mirror-polished stainless steel pillar covers for the E Class wagon from 1996 through 2002.
Sedan owners, look here instead
QAA catalogs a separate six-piece kit, PP96061, for the E Class 4-door sedan over the same years. If you drive the sedan, that is the pillar kit recorded for your car. This four-piece set is recorded for the wagon body only.
The three E Class pillar kits
- PP96060 (this kit): four pieces, wagon
- PP96064: ten pieces, wagon
- PP96061: six pieces, sedan
None of the three has a coverage note, so the catalog does not explain which posts each wagon kit dresses or what the ten-piece set includes beyond this one. The product photos show the shapes; for anything else, call.
Also for the wagon
The same wagon has a one-piece gas door cover in the catalog, GC96060, for an accent at the fuel door; its listing shows the finish. Check that listing for its own details.
Construction
Each cover is 26-gauge 304 stainless steel with a mirror polish and is made in the USA. The finish is the polished metal rather than a plating, so there is no surface layer to blister or peel.
Mounting method
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape is used of every piece. The covers go over the existing pillar surface with no removal of original trim. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle surface.
Prepping a wagon that has some miles
Before anything sticks, the pillars need to be bare and sound. Wash them, dry them thoroughly, and take off any built-up wax or sealant with a residue-free wipe. Look for chalky or loose paint and repair it; tape cannot hold onto a surface that is coming apart.
Putting them on
Work in shade on a mild, dry day. Test each cover in place with its liner on and note how it lines up with the window frame. Then peel the liner and press firmly from one end to the other. Fit one E Class cover, compare from a few steps back, and repeat on the next. Wait a few days before washing. The Installation tab gives the full steps.
Cleaning
Hand wash with mild soap, rinse well, and dry with a soft towel. Abrasive pads will scratch a mirror finish, so leave them out.
Why polished pillars on a wagon
On the wagon body listed here, the pillars run between the windows, so covering them is clearly visible. Dressing them in bright stainless draws the eye along the length of the car, and because the covers sit over the factory surface, the change can be reversed later if you ever want the original look back.
Reference
SKU PP96060, UPC 691821631797, model years 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2002. Not sure whether you need four or ten pieces on your wagon? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 before you order.
PP96060 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP96060 |
| UPC | 691821631797 |
| 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 | 1996-2002 Mercedes E Class |
Fitment: PP96060
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes E Class | 1996-2002 | 4-door, Wagon |
Match the year, model, and body style in this table to your vehicle before ordering. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 1996-2002 Mercedes E Class
- GC96060: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- PP96061: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP96064: 10-piece Pillar Post 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: PP96060 Pillar Post Trim
Does PP96060 fit the E Class sedan?
No. It is listed for the 1996-2002 E Class 4-door wagon. The sedan kit is PP96061.
How many pieces are included?
Four. PP96064 is a ten-piece kit for the same wagon.
What does the ten-piece kit include?
The catalog data does not say. Compare the photos or call 877-752-3811.
How does it attach?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing surface. It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing surface.
What is it made of?
Mirror-polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
Is there a matching gas door cover?
QAA lists GC96060, a one-piece gas door cover for the same wagon.
