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Molding part on side of windshield

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#1 ·
What's the name of the plastic covering/molding that's just on the edge of the windshield? When I had body work done two years ago after rear-ending a van, there was a rattling noise the whole time. Body shop blew me off, had no idea what I was talking about. Well, that part blew off on the freeway. Lo and behold, rattle gone. So it must've been loose this whole time. I hear it's only $35, but wanted to look it up.

I also got a scrape on the side molding on the rear by the tail light. It's a kiwi painted one. I had one quote for painting for $500, but this seems really high. I wonder if there's a way to just find another one that's that color? It's an 07.
 
#2 ·
That moulding can be called a number of things. Windshield reveal moulding is probably most common. The shop probably broke the clips to secure it when they did your work.

As for the second part of your inquiry, shop around for more quotes to repair or find a good junkyard.