How to restore (permanently) exterior trim?

[3K9]

Yo Peeps,

I have done my Googling about restoring plastic exterior trims (specifically the trim beneath the front wipers, for a 20 year old car, ie, EG Civic, yo), but I don't think any methods such using the heat gun, or various trim products definitively state that there are a more permanent solution.

So, before I fork out quite a bit for a new OEM replacement (provided that it isn't discontinued), what is a more permanent solution to restore exterior trims? Perhaps sand back, and apply some kinda non-gloss black paint?

Thanks,

Yo.

[mengseav]

I resprayed mine including the trims on the doors with some matte black spray can. Looks like new, $15 for spray can tops.

[3K9]

Can you please post some pics?

Thanks.