Product Description
Cadillac CTS 2003-2007 Roof Insert Trim, 2-Piece Polished Stainless (RI43250)
RI43250 is a pair of polished stainless roof inserts for the Cadillac CTS 4-door sedan, model years 2003 through 2007. Two pieces, 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, mirror-polished and made in the USA.
Sizing without numbers
The record gives no width or length for these inserts and doesn't describe where each sits. That leaves two good references: the product photos, and a phone call to Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811, who can measure a piece for you. With roof trim, it's worth asking, since the strip runs the length of the car and small differences show.
What a roof insert brings
As a general idea, roof inserts place a bright line along the top edge of the car's profile. Seen from the side, they frame the roofline above the windows. A thin polished line up there tends to emphasize the shape of the roof rather than simply decorate it.
Tape-mounted
For the CTS, both roof pieces stick with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape straight onto the existing roof surface. QAA says the tape keeps hold for a lifetime and leaves the Cadillac undamaged.
Paint on a car of this age
Roofs take the most sun, and a CTS from these years has had plenty. Wash and dry the roof, then look closely where the tape will go. Chalky, faded, or peeling clearcoat should be corrected first, since tape grips the surface it sits on and nothing deeper. When the paint is sound, wipe each footprint with a residue-free cleaner until a clean cloth stays clean.
Install, one insert at a time
Set out both pieces with liners on and hold each against the roof, matching the photos. Mark the ends with painter's tape. Measure from a fixed reference, such as the windshield or rear glass edge, so both CTS inserts end up at the same spot. Peel a few inches of liner, anchor one end, and press along the strip as you remove the rest. Then fit the second to match. Dry, mild weather is best. The Installation tab covers the details.
Other CTS parts in the record
Four other numbers are linked to this sedan. PP43250 and PP43251 are pillar kits in four and six pieces. GC43250 is a gas door cover. TH43250 is an eight-piece rocker kit that both installs below the door and spans from the bottom of the door up, listed at 5.25 to 5.5 inches. Each listing shows its own finish, so check before combining.
Pillars plus roof
If you're fitting a pillar kit, install it before the roof inserts. The pillars sit between the windows and give you a vertical reference to check that the CTS roof lines look even.
After it's on
Give the tape a few days before washing. After that, mild soap and a soft cloth. The shine is polished into solid 304, so a light scuff only reveals more of the same steel.
What it is
Decorative trim over the existing roof, not a factory replacement.
CTS roof insert pair RI43250 carries UPC 691821307203. Quality Automotive Trims, 877-752-3811.
RI43250 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RI43250 |
| UPC | 691821307203 |
| Part type | Roof Insert Trim |
| 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 | 2003-2007 Cadillac CTS |
Fitment: RI43250
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac CTS | 2003-2007 | 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 2003-2007 Cadillac CTS
- GC43250: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- PP43250: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP43251: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH43250: 8-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker & Lower Kit
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Roof Insert Trim
- 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: RI43250 Roof Insert Trim
Which CTS does RI43250 fit?
The Cadillac CTS 4-door sedan, 2003 through 2007.
How wide or long are the inserts?
The record doesn't say. Call 877-752-3811 for a measurement.
How many pieces?
Two.
Is there rocker trim for this CTS?
Yes, TH43250, an eight-piece kit listed at 5.25 to 5.5 inches.
How do they attach?
3M tape over the existing surface.
