Hello, does anyone know where to find the hard rubber door trim that is on some XJ40s? Thank you!

 

Hi mdantonio95,

You could try checking with jaguarmerriamparts.com, the Jag dealer that sells parts online at discount prices, but the last time I checked (several years ago), the OE side moldings were no longer available (NLA).

Some owners have used generic molding kits available at local auto parts stores. Your other option is to purchase salvaged moldings. If you can find a set, ask that they be removed with a wire used like a cheese cutter to cut through the double-sided tape that secures the moldings to the car. That way, the moldings don't need to be bent, which can damage their visible surfaces, especially the chromed top edge.

It is likely that a salvaged set of moldings will have some deterioration of the chrome. I was able to renew the OE moldings on our '93 by scraping away the flaking chrome, cleaning the surfaces, masking the main black rubber section and spraying the top edge with silver metallic paint intended for plastic and rubber surfaces. This looks nice and has lasted several years:





Cheers,

Don