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Old 03-29-2013, 09:20 AM
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Default Cracked "Pillar A" Exterior Trim Piece! What do I do?

I had some people break into my 08 red 350z on christmas day. I've repaired all of the damage with the exception of the "pillar a". Its the external plastic trim piece that runs in between the driver window and the roof of the car.

When the broke into the car they put a vertical crack right down the middle of the piece that broke it in two. I've been quoted $250 to fiberglass it back together and paint it. I was just wondering if anyone had any advice on another route? I've searched ebay but nothing seems to come up when I search "pillar a"

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Look for a used one then paint to match.

Buy CF ones.

Buy new at the dealer.
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Originally Posted by ZS14RR
Look for a used one then paint to match.

Buy CF ones.

Buy new at the dealer.
Best option highlighted above.

Fiberglassing it back together won't last long, buying at the dealer is expensive (i think >$400), carbon may or may not be the look you want.

Finding a part-out car would be the most logical route.
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IMO,is buy a CF(carbon fiber)cover.Cost about 60 bucks for a pair.
Will fix the damage in minutes plus your car will look better with the added CF!

Also,there seems to be some confusion on pillars.
What you are describing is the "B" pillar.The "A" pillar
is at the front of the car next to the windshield.

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Nope, he's describing the A-pillar.

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I think it's the B Pillar cover piece he is describing. A picture from @campbmic would be helpful.

If I have this right, the most economical fix is "glassing" the pieces. That is a repair, but the glassing is stronger than the pieces, so you do not need to worry about the repair strength.

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Originally Posted by campbmic
Its the external plastic trim piece that runs in between the driver window and the roof of the car.
That's the A pillar.

Find a used one and paint will probably be the cheapest way to go.

Contact these guys. http://www.slidegood.com/
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