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Trim package

A trim package is a set of cosmetic (mostly non-functional) embellishments to a vehicle. In some cases the trim package may include a specific model name. Such packages may be characterized by the use of a famous designer's name.

Typical elements that may be included in a trim package include

• Special paint, some with the appearance of pearl, others showing color variations depending upon light angle.
• Paint patterns using multiple colors - two tone or three tone (out of current favor).
• Aluminum, plastic, or stainless steel trim to divide paint regions (out of current favor).
• Applied graphics on printed plastic sheeting with adhesive backing, usually rather gaudy.
• Pin striping - usually applied as a dealer add-on using special plastic tape and a removable backing.
• Plastic bumpers painted the same color as the vehicle body, rather than a matte black (now mostly included in the base level vehicle)
• Plastic rub strips to reduce paint and metalwork damage from adjacent car doors that are carelessly opened.
• Interior upholstery materials specific to the package. Leather in whole or part is often used in high end trim packages.
• Wood patterned plastic or applied surfaces in the interior or exterior. Applied surfaces out of current favor as they require careful design and application and lack translucency.
• Genuine wood trim - rare but used in some high end applications.
• Exterior cloth roof covers, simulating the appearance of a convertible (out of current favor).
• Padded plastic top additions to simulate a removable top portion - a landau top (out of current favor).

See also

• Convenience package
• Handling package
• Navigation package
• Performance package
• Safety package
• Sports package
• Trim package (sometimes as appearance package)

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