Product Description
Six-Piece Polished Pillar Trim for the 2001-2006 Lexus LS430 (PP23101)
Here's what PP23101 is in one line: six polished 304 stainless pillar covers for the 2001-2006 Lexus LS430 4-door sedan, $67.99, made in the USA. The rest of this page is about whether it's the right one of the two LS430 sets for you, and how to fit it well.
The two LS430 sets
This set is linked to PP23100, which has four covers. That's the only difference the listings state. Neither names the pillars, gives a width or carries notes. So the honest advice is to compare the photos. Put both galleries side by side and look for the outlines that are only in this six-piece set. Then look at your LS430 and decide whether you want those areas finished in stainless as well. If yes, this is the set. If not, the four-piece one will do the job with less work. The four- and six-piece LS430 sets differ only in count as far as the record goes, so the galleries decide it.
Will it fit my car?
The fitment row is Lexus LS430, 2001-2006, 4-door, Sedan. The LS430 row begins at 2001 and ends at 2006. If anything about your car doesn't line up, Quality Automotive Trims can help on 877-752-3811; give them PP23101.
What pillar trim is
Pillar trim covers the posts between the side windows. It's cosmetic only, giving a bright line along the LS430's glass with nothing structural changed. The covers simply sit on top of what's already there.
Material
The covers are 26 gauge 304 stainless steel with a polished face. Stainless doesn't rely on chrome plating, so the shine can't flake off. It resists corrosion well, and ordinary washing is all it asks for.
Attachment and surface
Every cover has 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape and goes on directly over the existing surface. There's no drilling and no trim to remove. The Installation tab gives the tape's temperature range and cure time; stay inside both.
Since the tape bonds to the current finish, give each post a careful look first. If it's dull and powdery, crazed, or coming loose at the edges, get it repaired. If the finish is solid, a proper clean is all it needs. Keep wiping until a fresh cloth shows no residue.
Fitting six covers
Work on a dry, calm day, out of direct sun. Unpack and lay the six covers out, checking each against the photos. Call if any piece is damaged or missing. Wash and dry the posts, then clean each with isopropyl alcohol and lint-free cloths. Dry-fit every cover with its liner on and frame it with painter's tape. When all six are marked, fit them one at a time: peel, place, and press firmly along the length and both edges. Step back after every second cover to check the lines.
If a cover won't lie flat, stop with the liner on and phone 877-752-3811. After curing, wash with car soap and dry with a soft towel.
A helper makes the dry fit easier, and an unhurried session leaves time to get the marking right.
PP23101 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP23101 |
| UPC | 691821622320 |
| Part type | Pillar Post Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 6 |
| 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 | 2001-2006 Lexus LS430 |
Fitment: PP23101
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus LS430 | 2001-2006 | 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 2001-2006 Lexus LS430
- PP23100: 4-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 6 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: PP23101 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP23101 fit?
The 2001-2006 Lexus LS430, 4-door Sedan.
How many covers?
Six. PP23100 has 4.
Which pillars are covered?
The listing doesn't say. See the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Is drilling needed?
No. It uses 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface.
Can I combine it with the four-piece set?
That isn't recommended. Six covers for the LS430; the photos show where, and a call can confirm.
