TRIM ELEMENT FOR A VEHICLE

A trim element (2) for a vehicle comprises a moulded panel (4) having inner (6) and outer (8) sides; at least one integral support member (18) connected to the panel (4) and configured to pivot around the panel, optionally by a live hinge; said support member (18) being pivotable from a first position as moulded to a second position where it covers a portion of the panel inner side (6); and at least one trim clip (42) on the support member (18) for attaching the panel to the vehicle structure. The support member may be clipped or heat staked in its second position. At least one trim clip (42) may be provided elsewhere on the inner side (6) of the panel for attaching it to the vehicle.