Product Description
Mercury Grand Marquis 1998-2011 Two-Piece Rear Bumper Trim, Stainless Steel (RB38480)
Unlike most QAA rear bumper accents, RB38480 comes as a two-piece set. It fits the Mercury Grand Marquis 4-door sedan from 1998 through 2011, with both the LS and GS listed. The pieces are 304 stainless steel with a mirror polish, made in the USA, and they attach with 3M tape.
Why two pieces
The catalog records a piece count of two for this sedan's rear bumper trim. It does not say where each piece sits or whether they are mirror images, so check the product photos to see how the pair is laid out on the bumper. If the layout is unclear, call before ordering.
A long fitment window
Fourteen model years share this record, from 1998 to 2011, which covers a long run of this full-size Mercury. Both trim levels named in the data, LS and GS, are included. That makes it one of the broadest year spans among QAA's rear bumper pieces.
Linked pieces for this Mercury
Only two other QAA items are linked here. GC38480 is a gas door cover listed as a full circle with no notch cutout, and it fits both the LS and GS. TH38487 is an eight-piece full rocker kit with a width of 8 to 9.125 inches, spanning from the bottom of the molding to the bottom of the door. Note that the rocker kit is listed for the GS only.
Paint prep on an older car
Many of these sedans have decades of wax, polish, and oxidation on the bumper. The tape needs clean, sound paint to grip. Wash and dry thoroughly, then wipe the mounting area with a residue-free cleaner. If the paint is chalky or flaking where a piece will sit, have it repaired first, because the tape bonds only as well as the surface under it.
Lining up a pair
With two pieces, how evenly each sits matters. Dry-fit both with their liners on, measure from each bumper corner to the outer end of each piece, and mark matching guide lines with masking tape. Step back and check from behind the car before you peel. Then press each piece firmly from its middle toward its ends, on a dry, mild day. Avoid washing for a few days. The Installation tab has full steps.
Material
26-gauge 304 stainless with a mirror polish. The bright finish is the steel itself, so there is no plating to flake.
Mounting
Both Grand Marquis pieces go on over the existing surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. Per QAA, that tape will hold for a lifetime without harming the Mercury.
Care
Hand wash with mild soap, dry with a soft cloth, and avoid scouring pads.
Confirm before you buy
Check that your car is a Grand Marquis sedan between 1998 and 2011. If you also want the rocker kit, confirm you have a GS, since that is the only trim it lists.
Part details
SKU RB38480, UPC 691821373963. Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with any questions about the two-piece layout.
RB38480 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RB38480 |
| UPC | 691821373963 |
| Part type | Rear Bumper Trim Accent |
| Pieces in kit | 2 |
| 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 | 1998-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis |
Fitment: RB38480
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury Grand Marquis | 1998-2011 | 4-door, Sedan, LS, GS |
Check your vehicle against every column here: year range, model, and body style all have to match. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 1998-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Rear Bumper Trim Accent
- Unpack all 2 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: RB38480 Rear Bumper Trim Accent
Which cars does RB38480 fit?
The Mercury Grand Marquis 4-door sedan, 1998 through 2011, LS and GS.
How many pieces are in the set?
Two.
Does the rocker kit fit my LS?
TH38487 is listed for the GS only. Call 877-752-3811 if you have an LS.
Is there a matching gas door cover?
Yes, GC38480, a full circle cover with no notch cutout, listed for the LS and GS.
How does it attach?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing surface.
