Product Description
QAA AT48250 Arrow Side Molding Accent, 14-Piece Stainless, 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS Sedan
The 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS is styled with sharp edges and creases, and an arrow-profile accent suits that look well. QAA's AT48250 is a fourteen-piece body side molding accent for the 4-door CTS sedan, in polished stainless steel at 1" wide. QAA's layout note is specific: the driver's side gets six pieces, and the passenger side gets two additional pieces, one on the gas door and one to the rear of it.
Why the pieces differ
The fuel door on the CTS sits on the passenger side, right in the path of the accent line. So the line doesn't stop short, QAA supplies a piece for the gas door itself and another just behind it. That keeps the arrow line continuous along the car. It also means you should keep the passenger-side pieces separate from the driver-side pieces when you unpack the kit.
A note on AT48255
QAA catalogs a second kit for the same car, AT48255, and in the catalog data the two look identical: same fourteen pieces, same 1" arrow profile, same six-plus-eight layout, same fitment. The data does not state what separates them. Before you order, compare the product photos of both listings, or call us and we will help you identify the right one for your CTS. We would rather you ask than guess.
Material
Every piece is made in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel and polished to a mirror shine. There is no plating; the shine is the metal. That bright finish sits naturally next to any chrome or bright trim already on the car.
Installation
The 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape is pre-applied, and the trim installs directly over the existing surface, with no drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the vehicle. The six-piece run is the shorter of the two, which makes it a sensible place to get a feel for the alignment on the CTS. On the passenger side, make sure the gas door is clean and closes properly before you apply its piece. The Installation tab has the step-by-step.
Other CTS trim
For the same sedan, QAA lists a two-piece license bar extension trim and two window trim packages. WP48250 has ten pieces covering the upper trim and pillar posts with no sills, and WP48252 is the four-piece upper trim only. The Fitment tab links all of them.
Fitment
Listed for the 4-door CTS sedan in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013. Wagon and coupe versions are not part of this listing. Six model years of the sedan are covered, and the same fourteen-piece layout applies to every one of them. The Fitment tab shows the row exactly as QAA has it, and checking the body style column there takes only a moment. If you bought the car used and are not certain of its year, your records will confirm it.
Call us
Quality Automotive Trims, 877-752-3811. Have your model year and part number AT48250 ready. The UPC is in the Specs tab.
AT48250 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | AT48250 |
| UPC | 691821640232 |
| Part type | Body Side Molding Accent Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 14 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 1" |
| Coverage / notes | Arrow - 1" wide; Kit includes six pieces on the driver's side.The passenger side includes two extra pieces - on the Gas Door and to the rear of the Gas Door |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape (pre-applied); installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS |
Fitment: AT48250
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac CTS | 2008-2013 | 4-door, Sedan |
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 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS
- AT48255: 14-piece Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- LB48250: 2-piece License Bar Extension Trim
- WP48250: 10-piece Window Trim Package
- WP48252: 4-piece Window Trim Package
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- Unpack all 14 pieces and match each one to its position on the vehicle before removing any tape liner.
- Clean and dry the mounting surface so the 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape bonds to paint or trim, not dirt or wax.
- Peel the liner, align the piece, and press it firmly into place directly over the existing surface.
- 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: AT48250 Body Side Molding Accent Trim
Which Cadillac does AT48250 fit?
The 2008 to 2013 Cadillac CTS, 4-door sedan.
Why does the passenger side have more pieces?
QAA includes two additional pieces on that side, one on the gas door and one to the rear of it, so the line carries on past the fuel door.
What is the difference between AT48250 and AT48255?
The catalog data lists the same specs and fitment for both and does not state a difference. Compare the photos or call 877-752-3811.
How wide is the trim?
1", arrow profile, fourteen pieces.
What is it made of?
Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
How does it mount?
Pre-applied 3M acrylic foam tape over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without damaging the paint.
