Decorative exterior panel system for automobiles
Abstract
Abstract Trim panel structures are disclosed of the character adapted to be mounted on the exterior surfaces of vehicle panels such as fender, door, quarter and tailgate panels of a station wagon to provide the vehicle exterior with a wood panel and border appearance. Each trim panel is defined by a sheet of thermoplastic material formed to define integral panel and border portions having decorable outer surfaces. The outer periphery of the trim panel corresponds in contour generally to the outer periphery of the vehicle panel to which it is to be attached, and decorative means is applied to the decorable outer surfaces of the panel and border portions to provide for the panel portion to have a wood panel appearance and to provide for the border portion to have a wood grained appearance contrasting in color with the panel portion.
Inventors
- 👤 C Hale
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-01-09 | 1976-07-10 | 1977-01-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-01-09 | 1980-07-10 | 1981-01-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-01-09 | 1984-07-10 | 1985-01-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |