Quarter panel

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1990's Pontiac Grand Am Sedan fender and quarter panel

On an automobile, a quarter panel (or rear wing in the case of a rear quarter-panel) is usually considered the body panel that covers the section between the rear door and the trunk; however, the front section (fender), between the door and wrapping around the hood, is sometimes incorrectly referred to as a quarter panel. It is typically made of sheet metal, but is sometimes made of fiberglass and fibre-reinforced plastic. It typically wraps around the wheel well, although this varies with different makes and models. Damage to a quarter panel usually requires the affected areas to be cut out (if it is severe), hammered out and bonding compound to be applied and molded to the desired shape.

The use of this body panel as a housing for the car antenna is widespread among American car manufacturers.

See also

• Injection molding
• Quarter glass

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