Strange stains on B & C pillar trims...

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The black plastic trim panels on the B & C pillars have recently collected strange stains. No idea what has caused these; I haven't used any different cleaning products. I've tried everything to try to remove these stains, without success. Any thoughts on cause and possible remedy?

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Looks like water has got behind the plastic coating! Not sure how you will fix that without specialist help.
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PorscheMack wrote: Sat Oct 23, 2021 3:27 pm Looks like water has got behind the plastic coating! Not sure how you will fix that without specialist help.
Are the trim panels transparent then, with black behind them?
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andreas wrote: Sat Oct 23, 2021 3:57 pm
PorscheMack wrote: Sat Oct 23, 2021 3:27 pm Looks like water has got behind the plastic coating! Not sure how you will fix that without specialist help.
Are the trim panels transparent then, with black behind them?
Unfortunaetly it appears you have stains behind the clear top there was a thread on it some ware its new trims apparently if it is. Sorry
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Andreas - have you been using a pressure washer?
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SAC1 wrote: Sat Oct 23, 2021 5:17 pm Andreas - have you been using a pressure washer?
No, just an ordinary hose.
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EDZ wrote: Sat Oct 23, 2021 4:06 pm

Unfortunaetly it appears you have stains behind the clear top there was a thread on it some ware its new trims apparently if it is. Sorry
Would that be covered by the extended warranty?
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andreas wrote: Sat Oct 23, 2021 5:27 pm
EDZ wrote: Sat Oct 23, 2021 4:06 pm

Unfortunaetly it appears you have stains behind the clear top there was a thread on it some ware its new trims apparently if it is. Sorry
Would that be covered by the extended warranty?
Sorry I can;t answer that as I have no idea !!! OPC will try to find a reason why they are not so be prepared to get the boxing gloves on if necessary :(
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If the OPC doesn’t want to play ball with you. And if you’re confident in having a go at DIY, there’s a piece on Utube showing how to go about it. Good luck.
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Have you tried clear vinegar? That will remove water spots, but if they are behind the top cover then it's a workshop job.
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