Product Description
PP23081 Pillar Trim: Four Stainless Covers, Mercedes C Class Sedan 2001-2007
Four polished stainless covers for the posts between the side windows of a 2001-2007 Mercedes C Class 4-door sedan. That's PP23081, priced at $67.99 and made in the USA. It has one linked sibling, PP23082, which has six covers for the same car.
So the first decision is four or six, and the listing won't make it for you. Pillar names, widths and notes are missing from both C Class pages. What you can do is open both galleries side by side. The shapes that appear in the six-piece photos but not here are the difference. Then stand by your C Class and decide whether you'd like those areas dressed too. If not, four is the easier job. Either way, buy one set rather than both. Quality Automotive Trims will talk it through on 877-752-3811 if you quote PP23081.
Fitment
Mercedes C Class, 2001-2007, 4-door, Sedan: seven model years, sedan body only. If your C Class isn't a sedan, or its year sits outside that range, look elsewhere or call first. The four-piece C Class row spans 2001 to 2007.
Material
26 gauge 304 stainless steel, polished. It's solid stainless, not a coating over another metal, so there's nothing to chip away and wear through. Soap and water keep it looking right.
A note on other C Class sets
The catalog lists another C Class pillar set with a shorter year range that isn't linked to this one. Don't treat it as a companion for PP23081. Only PP23082 is linked here, and it's an alternative choice.
Mounting
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape holds each cover directly over the existing surface. No drilling, and none of the car's trim comes off. Before starting, read the Installation tab for the tape's temperature range and cure time.
On a sedan from these years, check the finish on every pillar. The tape bonds to whatever is there. If it's faded to a chalky film, crazed, or lifting at an edge, have it repaired first. If it's sound, clean it well and carry on.
The job
Pick a dry, calm day and work in the shade. Unpack and match each cover to the photos, calling if one is damaged or missing. Wash and dry the posts, then wipe with isopropyl alcohol until a fresh lint-free cloth stays clean. Hold the C Class covers up to the listing photos. Dry-fit each one with its liner on, mark the outline with painter's tape, then peel and press firmly along the length and both edges. Fit the covers one after another, comparing each with the last as you go. If anything resists sitting flat, stop with the liner on and call 877-752-3811.
After the cure time, normal washing with car soap and a soft towel is all the care the steel needs.
Before you order
Take the photos out to the car on your phone. Match each of the four shapes to a post and feel the finish there at the same time. It's a quick check and well worth doing.
PP23081 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP23081 |
| UPC | 691821453764 |
| 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 | 2001-2007 Mercedes C Class |
Fitment: PP23081
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes C Class | 2001-2007 | 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 2001-2007 Mercedes C Class
- PP23082: 6-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: PP23081 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP23081 fit?
The 2001-2007 Mercedes C Class, 4-door Sedan.
How many covers?
Four. PP23082 has 6.
Which pillars are covered?
The listing doesn't say. Compare the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Is drilling needed?
No. It uses 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface.
Should I buy both sets?
No. Choose one; they're alternatives.
