Product Description
BMW 3 Series Wagon 2002-2005: Six-Piece Pillar Post Trim, PP25908
What is it? Six polished stainless steel covers for the window pillars of the 2002-2005 BMW 3 Series wagon. The fitment row is tagged 4-door, Wagon, though the title just says "BMW 3 Series". PP25908 costs $67.99 and is made in the USA.
What else is listed for this wagon? Two linked sets: PP25907 with four covers and PP25909 with ten. All three carry the same tags and years. The catalog doesn't name pillars or give widths for any of them, so the only way to compare is through the photos. Lay the three galleries side by side and decide which count matches the areas of the wagon you'd like in bright steel. Order one set; we can talk it through at 877-752-3811.
Will it fit my sedan or coupe? No. Sedan and coupe 3 Series sets exist elsewhere in the catalog, unlinked to this page. Check the body and confirm the year falls within 2002-2005. When in doubt, ring Quality Automotive Trims on 877-752-3811 with PP25908 to hand.
What's the material? 26 gauge 304 stainless, polished. It resists corrosion without plating, so there's no surface coating to flake and nothing different under a scratch. Washing is the only upkeep.
What do the covers do? They're cosmetic. They give the posts between the side windows a polished face; nothing structural changes.
How do they attach? With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, directly over the existing surface. Nothing is drilled and no factory trim is removed. Temperature range and cure time are on the Installation tab.
What prep is needed? The tape sticks to whatever finish the posts have now, so that finish must be sound. Chalky residue, crazing, lifting edges and old wax need dealing with first. Afterwards wash, dry and wipe with rubbing alcohol until a fresh lint-free cloth stays clean.
What should I have ready? Car soap, a bucket, rubbing alcohol, lint-free cloths, painter's tape, a pencil, and a second pair of hands if one is available.
How do I fit them? Pick a dry, still day in the shade. Compare the six covers with the photos and call if any are bent or missing. Arrange the six covers next to the listing photos. Offer each one up with the backing on, ease it into line and outline it with painter's tape. With every position marked, go two at a time: peel, settle into the outline, press firmly along the length and both edges. Check that the two match before moving on.
What if one won't sit flat? Leave the backing on and phone 877-752-3811.
How do I keep them bright? After curing, wash with car soap and dry with a soft towel.
How long will it take? An unhurried session, mostly prep and marking.
Anything to check before ordering? Yes. Stand beside the wagon with the gallery open and place each of the six shapes on a post. Run a finger along each post's finish too, so any repair work is planned before the covers arrive rather than after.
PP25908 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP25908 |
| UPC | 691821368204 |
| 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 | 2002-2005 BMW 3 Series |
Fitment: PP25908
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| BMW 3 Series | 2002-2005 | 4-door, Wagon |
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 2002-2005 BMW 3 Series
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: PP25908 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP25908 fit?
The 2002-2005 BMW 3 Series, 4-door Wagon.
Does it fit the sedan?
No. It's tagged Wagon. Sedan & coupe sets are listed separately.
How many covers?
Six. PP25907 has 4 & PP25909 has 10.
Which pillars are included?
The listing doesn't name them. See the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Does it need drilling?
No. It uses 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface.
