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Rear Parcel Shelf
The rear parcel shelf is the vertical storage space that defines the surface area of your car's boot. Although it's recommended to leave the rear window clear, the parcel shelf is often used to place objects, and sometimes to fit speakers.
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How do you install a used rear parcel shelf?
The rear parcel shelf is very easy to handle. It is held in place by two retaining rings on either side of the top of the boot. To remove it, simply remove the cords from the two rings and slide the edge of the parcel shelf towards you.
On most vehicles, you can store the unhooked rear parcel shelf under the floor of the boot's luggage compartment.
To do this, simply raise the floorboard in question and secure it in place using the pin usually located on the left-hand side to hold it in the raised position. On some vehicles, the floor can be folded forward.
In any case, turn the rear parcel shelf over with the top facing downwards and the rear facing forwards. Insert it into the storage space and return the floor to its original position.
How do rear parcel shelves work?
The rear parcel shelf is generally made from boiled cardboard or resin and covered with felt, making it a relatively sturdy and very inexpensive item. As each rear parcel shelf adapts to the dimensions of your boot, they are available in all sizes.
The main use of the rear parcel shelf is aesthetic, since it serves primarily to hide the contents of the boot without restricting the driver's view. However, contrary to what many motorists seem to think, it is not a contravention of the Highway Code to drive with an obstructed rear window (or rear windscreen). As a result, the rear parcel shelf can also be considered as additional storage space for rear-seat passengers.
Of course, it is still recommended not to overcrowd the rear parcel shelf with too many objects or too much weight, for greater safety when maneuvering and to avoid damaging the rear parcel shelf. Furthermore, in the case of a sudden stop, objects placed on the rear parcel shelf could be thrown forward, which could be dangerous.
When should a rear parcel shelf be replaced?
As the rear parcel shelf is not a safety feature and its presence in no way affects the car's performance, replacing it is never an obligation and does not justify the purchase of a new spare part.
The main reason for replacing the rear parcel shelf is for aesthetic reasons.
Thanks to Top Sellerie, you can find and order a new rear parcel shelf that fits your vehicle perfectly. We offer a wide choice of coverings for all brands and certain models of car.
A vehicle's rear parcel shelf is the horizontal board at the rear of the car, under the rear window and above the boot. It is important for good visibility for the driver. The rear parcel shelf also hides the contents of the boot for greater safety.
