Destroying the center console aluminum trim

[Revvdmedia]

I'll start by admitting that this is operator error, but I also think it's also a case of nice material in the wrong place. I tend put on my seatbelt a little more vigorously than average which has resulted in me hitting the aluminum with the seat belt buckle a few times. On 2 occasions this has left a noticeable little dent in the aluminum, one much less substantial. I'm slowly beating the crap out of this trim and I can't seem to break the mental operation of this process. I might end up replacing the trim with the center console with the lid over the cup holders, but I don't want to be beating that one up too.

Any ideas on how to be less foolish? I thought a good thickness vinyl wrap would help, but I do like the look of the aluminum.

 

[eflyguy]

Clear vinyl strip that could be replaced now and then? Similar to the OEM pieces near the wheels?

 

[NS_Stinger]

You could buy the OEM carbon fiber console trim that's available in the GT on Canadian models. Here is what it looks like in my car, I think it would hold up better than the thin aluminum they used. I actually prefer it over the aluminum but maybe that's just me.

 

[Revvdmedia]

I figured that would be an option. I wanted something that would blend well, so it depends where the cut-off line is. Might just need a strip of it and try it out. I like the OEM look which that would take away from, but better than hundreds of dents most likely. (this is for the 3M strip)

As for the carbon trim, I had seen that too. I wonder on the cost though, if it's Canadian market only, the price might be completely preposterous. We get hosed on everything.

 

[Get Stung]

You could buy the OEM carbon fiber console trim that's available in the GT on Canadian models. Here is what it looks like in my car, I think it would hold up better than the thin aluminum they used. I actually prefer it over the aluminum but maybe that's just me.

Where do I find this trim for sale?

 

[NS_Stinger]

Where do I find this trim for sale?

Not sure but seeing as it's an OEM part it must be available to purchase somewhere.

 

[zmanelite]

Or get some 3M clear vinyl or XPEL and wrap it

If its just one spot , get some helicopter tape

 

[NS_Stinger]

Yeah but that will just fix the scratch it won't fix the fact that it has dents.

 

[Madman]

I'll start by admitting that this is operator error, but I also think it's also a case of nice material in the wrong place. I tend put on my seatbelt a little more vigorously than average which has resulted in me hitting the aluminum with the seat belt buckle a few times. On 2 occasions this has left a noticeable little dent in the aluminum, one much less substantial. I'm slowly beating the crap out of this trim and I can't seem to break the mental operation of this process.

Duh-oh....saw small dents in mine as well the other day and thought "wtf???" NOW i understand.....

 

[westcoastGT]

the Canadian Carbon Fiber consoles are not real carbon fiber , I think the best solution to the soft aluminum consoles is 3M vinyl wrap , they have a very similar brushed aluminum finish as well as Carbon Fiber looks and hundreds of options in between

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[NS_Stinger]

the Canadian Carbon Fiber consoles are not real carbon fiber , I think the best solution to the soft aluminum consoles is 3M vinyl wrap , they have a very similar brushed aluminum finish as well as Carbon Fiber looks and hundreds of options in between View attachment 15787

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Of course they aren't real carbon fiber, but I can tell you the material they're made of (plastic) will definitely hold up better than the thin aluminum when it comes to impacts. You definitely won't be able to dent the plastic.

 

[westcoastGT]

Of course they aren't real carbon fiber, but I can tell you the material they're made of (plastic) will definitely hold up better than the thin aluminum when it comes to impacts. You definitely won't be able to dent the plastic.

I didnt mean that in a derogatory sense , only to clarify for the OP ......................