Product Description
BMW 5 Series 2011-2016 Sedan Pillar Post Trim, Four Polished Stainless Pieces (PP11930)
PP11930 is a four-piece pillar post set for the BMW 5 Series 4-door sedan, model years 2011 through 2016. It's made in the USA from polished 26 gauge 304 stainless steel. The listing's title and its one fitment row agree on the car, the years and the body.
The only related part on this sheet is PP11931, a six-piece pillar set for the same 5 Series sedan. So the choice is simply four or six, but the catalog doesn't say what the two further pieces cover. Neither listing has notes, and neither names its pillars. The product photos are the comparison. Look at both sets, then at the pillars beside and between your car's side windows, and pick the one whose pieces match what you want in stainless. The data doesn't say whether the four-piece set is contained in the six-piece set, so we'd buy one, not both. Have a 5 Series question? Phone 877-752-3811.
A few practical points before you order. Look at the registration; 5 Series cars from 2011 to 2016 are covered. Confirm it's the sedan, since that's the only body tagged here. And if the photos leave you unsure about a piece, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 and give us PP11930; we'll go through it with you.
Mounting is 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, and the pieces go directly over the existing surface. You don't drill and you don't take anything off the car. We also take 5 Series fit questions on that line. What you control is the surface.
Clean it well. Wash the pillars with soapy water, rinse, and dry with a clean towel. Then wipe each with rubbing alcohol on a lint-free cloth and let it evaporate. If the car has been waxed, sealed or ceramic-coated, remove that from the contact area, because tape bonds poorly to coatings. Repair any chipped or lifting finish before covering it.
Fit before you stick. Hold each piece against its pillar with the liner still on and compare it with the photos. When its edges follow the pillar, put a short strip of painter's tape at each end on the car and write the location on the liner. If a piece seems wrong, try it on another pillar; similar shapes are easy to swap.
Then peel one liner, set the piece between its marks, and press firmly from one end to the other. Run a fingertip along both edges. Do the remaining pieces the same way and look over the set from a few steps back. The Installation tab lists the temperature range for the tape and the cure time before the first wash; a mild, dry day is best.
Afterwards, wash with mild soap and a soft cloth. Abrasive pads and steel wool will scratch polished steel.
Tools for the 5 Series: bucket and sponge, microfiber towels, rubbing alcohol, painter's tape, a marker and the gallery photos on your phone.
The Fitment and Specs tabs show the listing data. Questions: 877-752-3811.
PP11930 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP11930 |
| UPC | 691821288649 |
| 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 | 2011-2016 BMW 5 Series |
Fitment: PP11930
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| BMW 5 Series | 2011-2016 | 4-door, Sedan |
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 2011-2016 BMW 5 Series
- PP11931: 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: PP11930 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP11930 fit?
The 2011-2016 BMW 5 Series 4-door sedan.
Is there a larger set?
Yes, PP11931 with six pieces for the same car.
Which pillars are covered?
The listing doesn't say. Compare the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Do I need to drill?
No. It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface.
What is it made of?
Polished 26 gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
