Vehicle exterior panel structure and vehicle panel structure

Abstract

To provide an exterior panel structure for a vehicle that can easily connect an inner panel to an exterior panel. [Solution] In a vehicle exterior panel structure 100 comprising an exterior panel 101 that forms the vehicle's design surface and an extension portion 104 connected to an edge 102a of the exterior panel 101, the extension portion 104 is displaceable between a first position A1 where it is overlapped and connected to the exterior panel 101, and a second position A2 spaced apart from the first position, and a predetermined fender lining can be connected to the extension portion 104.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a vehicle exterior panel structure and a vehicle panel structure. [Background technology]

[0002] For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a structure in which a fender lining is attached to a bumper facial with mounting screws. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2016-94098 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] However, in the structure described in Patent Document 1, the bumper facial has a flange that bends inward in the vehicle width direction from its rear end. With this configuration, if the shape of the bumper facial or the shape of the fender lining changes depending on the specifications, the holes in the bumper facial and the fender panel may not be aligned properly, making it difficult to insert the mounting screws. In this case, it becomes difficult to connect the fender lining (inner panel) to the bumper facial (exterior panel), reducing the efficiency of the installation work.

[0005] In view of the above problems, the present invention has an object to provide a vehicle exterior panel structure that makes it easy to connect an inner panel to an exterior panel. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] In order to solve the above problem, a typical configuration of the present invention is a vehicle exterior panel structure comprising an exterior panel that forms the vehicle's design surface and an extension portion connected to the edge of the exterior panel, wherein the extension portion is displaceable between a first position where it is connected to the exterior panel by overlapping it, and a second position spaced apart from the first position, and a predetermined inner panel can be connected to the extension portion.

[0007] Another representative configuration of the present invention is a vehicle panel structure comprising a first panel that forms the vehicle's design surface, a second panel fixed to the inside of the first panel, and an intermediate part connected to the inside of the second panel, wherein a predetermined inner panel is connected to the intermediate part, so that the inner panel is connected to the first panel and the second panel via the intermediate part, and the portion where the intermediate part is connected to the second panel is covered from the outside by the first panel. [Effects of the Invention]

[0008] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide an exterior panel structure for a vehicle in which an inner panel can be easily connected to an exterior panel. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0009] [Figure 1] 1 is a perspective view of the front part of a vehicle to which a vehicle exterior panel structure according to a first embodiment of the present invention is applied. [Figure 2] 2 is a perspective view of the vehicle exterior panel structure of FIG. 1, seen obliquely from behind. [Figure 3] 3 is a partial end view of the vicinity of a pivot shaft of the vehicle exterior panel structure of FIG. 2. FIG. [Figure 4] 2 is a perspective view of the vehicle exterior panel structure of FIG. 1, seen obliquely from behind. [Figure 5] 2 is a perspective view of a first panel of the exterior panel of the vehicle exterior panel structure of FIG. 1, seen obliquely from behind. [Figure 6] 6 is a perspective view of the structure in which the second panel is attached to the first panel in FIG. 5, as seen obliquely from behind. [Figure 7]FIG. 6 is a diagram showing a vehicle panel structure according to a second embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0010] One embodiment of the present invention is a vehicle exterior panel structure comprising an exterior panel that forms the vehicle's design surface and an extension portion connected to the edge of the exterior panel, wherein the extension portion is displaceable between a first position where it is overlapped and connected to the exterior panel, and a second position spaced apart from the first position, and a predetermined inner panel can be connected to the extension portion.

[0011] According to the present invention, when the extension part is displaced from the second position to the first position, the position of the extension part relative to the exterior panel can be adjusted. Since the inner panel can be connected to the exterior panel via the extension part, whose position is adjustable, it is easier to adjust the connection position between the inner panel and the exterior panel compared to connecting the inner panel to the exterior panel without providing the extension part, and therefore it is easier to connect the inner panel to the exterior panel. Therefore, for example, even if the shape or specifications of the exterior panel or the inner panel change, it is easy to connect the inner panel to the exterior panel.

[0012] Furthermore, according to the present invention, since the inner panel is connected to the extension portion, the number of connection points for the inner panel to the exterior panel can be reduced, and by providing points where the inner panel is connected to the exterior panel, it is possible to prevent sink marks from forming on the design surface of the exterior panel.

[0013] The extension portion may be displaceable between the first position and the second position by rotating about a predetermined rotation axis along the edge.

[0014] According to this structure, the extension portion can be easily displaced between the first position and the second position by the rotation shaft that functions as a hinge.

[0015] The extension portion may have an inner panel connection point spaced from the pivot axis to which the inner panel is connected.

[0016] With this structure, when the extension is in the first position, the inner panel is connected to an inner panel connection point of the extension that is spaced apart from the pivot shaft, which reduces the effect on the pivot shaft compared to when the inner panel is connected to the extension at the pivot shaft.

[0017] The extension portion may have one or more exterior panel connection points spaced apart from the pivot axis and connected to the exterior panel along the direction in which the extension portion pivots.

[0018] With this structure, the extension is connected to the exterior panel at the connection point along the direction in which the extension rotates, reducing the shear force acting on the pivot shaft, preventing the pivot shaft from breaking or being damaged, and providing stable support for the inner panel.

[0019] The exterior panel connection point may be a recessed exterior panel connection point that is recessed toward the exterior panel when the extension portion is in the first position.

[0020] With this structure, the connection point of the extension part to the recessed exterior panel is close to the exterior panel, so when the extension part is rotated to the first position, the connection point to the recessed exterior panel comes into contact with the exterior panel early on, which means that the extension part only needs to be rotated a small amount.

[0021] The exterior panel includes a first panel that forms a design surface and is connected by an extension portion, and a second panel that is fixed to the inside of the first panel, and the inner panel is preferably connected to the second panel via the extension portion that is located in a first position on the exterior panel.

[0022] With this structure, the extension part is connected solely to the second exterior panel, not to the first panel. Therefore, there is no need to provide a connection point for the extension part on the first panel, and sink marks do not occur on the design surface of the first panel.

[0023] The portion of the second panel that is connected to the connecting portion of the extension section to the exterior panel may be covered from the outside by the first panel.

[0024] With this structure, the portion of the second panel that connects to the extension section is hidden by the first panel, so even if a sink mark occurs in the second panel, the sink mark will not be exposed on the design surface of the first panel, and the design will not be impaired.

[0025] Preferably, there are at least two exterior panel connection points of the extension part, and the interior panel connection point of the extension part is located between two of the exterior panel connection points.

[0026] According to this structure, the extension portion is supported at two points on the exterior panel, and in a stable position, the extension portion can stably support the inner panel in the center of the two points.

[0027] The inner panel may be a fender lining. This structure makes it easier to attach the fender lining to the exterior panel.

[0028] Another embodiment of the present invention is a vehicle panel structure comprising a first panel that forms the vehicle's design surface, a second panel fixed to the inside of the first panel, and an intermediate part connected to the inside of the second panel, in which a predetermined inner panel is connected to the intermediate part, so that the inner panel is connected to the first panel and the second panel via the intermediate part, and the location where the intermediate part is connected to the second panel is covered from the outside by the first panel.

[0029] With this structure, the position of the intermediate part can be adjusted relative to the second panel, and by connecting the inner panel to the adjusted intermediate part, it is possible to easily connect the inner panel to the first panel. Furthermore, the intermediate part is connected to the second panel, not to the first panel. Therefore, there is no need to provide a connection point with the intermediate part on the first panel, and sink marks do not occur on the design surface of the first panel. Furthermore, with this structure, the part of the second panel that is connected to the intermediate part is hidden by the first panel, so even if sink marks occur on the second panel, the sink marks will not be exposed on the design surface of the first panel, and the design will not be impaired. [Example]

[0030] (First Example) Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Dimensions, materials, and other specific values ​​shown in these embodiments are merely examples for facilitating understanding of the invention and, unless otherwise specified, do not limit the present invention. In this specification and drawings, elements having substantially the same functions and configurations are designated by the same reference numerals to avoid redundant explanation, and elements not directly related to the present invention are not shown.

[0031] Fig. 1 is a perspective view of the front of a vehicle 150 to which a vehicle exterior panel structure 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is applied. In Fig. 1 and all other drawings, the longitudinal direction of the vehicle is indicated by arrows F (Forward) and B (Backward), the left and right in the vehicle width direction are indicated by arrows L (Leftward) and R (Rightward), and the up and down directions are indicated by arrows U (Upward) and D (Downward).

[0032] As shown in FIG. 1, a vehicle 150 is provided with a vehicle exterior panel structure 100. The vehicle exterior panel structure 100 is provided with an exterior panel 101 that forms the vehicle's design surface, and an extension portion 104 that is connected to the exterior panel 101. The exterior panel 101 has an outer first panel 102 and an inner second panel 103. A portion of the first panel 102 overlaps with the second panel 103. In this embodiment, the exterior panel 101 is composed of the first panel 102 and the inner second panel 103, but these may also be integrated as in the past.

[0033] Fig. 2 is a perspective view of the vehicle exterior panel structure 100 of Fig. 1, seen obliquely from the rear. As shown in Fig. 2, the extension portion 104 is connected to the edge 102a of the first panel 102 of the exterior panel 101. The extension portion 104 is displaceable between a first position A1 where it overlaps and is connected to the exterior panel 101, and a second position A2 where it is spaced apart from the edge 102a of the exterior panel 101, by rotating about a predetermined rotation axis 104x along the edge 102a of the exterior panel 101. The extension portion 104 shown by a solid line in Fig. 2 is in the first position A1. The extension portion 104 shown by a two-dot chain line in Fig. 2 is in the second position A2.

[0034] When the extension portion 104 is in the second position A2, it is located below the edge 102a of the exterior panel 101. In this embodiment, the second position A2 is a position rotated 180° around the rotation axis 104x with respect to the first position A1. With the extension portion 104 in the second position A2, the exterior panel 101 and the extension portion 104 are integrally molded using a mold.

[0035] In this case, since there is no shape that prevents the movement of the two molds, the mold on the front side and the mold on the rear side of the exterior panel 101, the exterior panel 101 and the extension portion 104 can be easily removed from the molds. Note that the second position A2 may be a position rotated at an angle other than 180° around the rotation axis 104x with respect to the first position A1.

[0036] Fig. 3 is a partial end view of the vicinity of the pivot shaft 104x of the vehicle exterior panel structure 100 of Fig. 2. As shown in Fig. 3, the pivot shaft 104x is disposed on an edge 102a of a lower plate 102m of a first panel 102 of the exterior panel 101. The pivot shaft 104x is formed by bending a plate into a U-shape in cross section. The plate thickness of the pivot shaft 104x is thinner than that of the lower plate 102m. Note that the lower plate 102m is formed with a connecting hole 102x (see Fig. 2) and a connecting hole 102y (see Fig. 6) for fixing a fender lining 106 (inner panel).

[0037] Alternatively, a hinge may be attached to connect the lower plate 102m of the first panel 102 and the base end of the extension portion 104, and the extension portion 104 may rotate around a pin. Alternatively, a string-like member may be used to connect the lower plate 102m of the first panel 102 and the base end of the extension portion 104, allowing the extension portion 104 to be displaced relative to the edge 102a.

[0038] Fig. 4 is a perspective view, seen obliquely from the rear, of the vehicle exterior panel structure 100 of Fig. 1. As shown in Fig. 4, by connecting a predetermined fender lining 106 to the extension part 104 located at the first position A1, the fender lining 106 can be connected to the first panel 102 of the exterior panel 101 via the extension part 104.

[0039] Returning to FIG. 2, the extension portion 104 will now be described. As shown in FIG. 2, the extension portion 104 has an inner panel connection point 104a. The inner panel connection point 104a is disposed at a distance from the pivot axis 104x in a direction perpendicular to the pivot axis 104x. The inner panel connection point 104a is a point to which the fender lining 106 is connected. The inner panel connection point 104a is a hole into which a bolt is inserted. The inner panel connection point 104a is formed in a plate 104A that constitutes the extension portion 104. The extension portion 104 also includes plates 104B and 104C, a connecting plate 104D, a stepped plate 104E, and a stepped bulging plate 104F, which will be described later.

[0040] 2, the extension portion 104 has a convex exterior panel connection point 104b and a concave exterior panel connection point 104c as exterior panel connection points. The convex exterior panel connection point 104b bulges outward in a convex shape toward the rear when the extension portion 104 is in the first position A1. The concave exterior panel connection point 104c is concave toward the exterior panel 101 when the extension portion 104 is in the first position A1. The convex exterior panel connection point 104b is a hole through which a bolt is inserted. The concave exterior panel connection point 104c is also a hole through which a bolt is inserted.

[0041] The convex exterior panel connection point 104b and the concave exterior panel connection point 104c are arranged at a distance from the rotation axis 104x. The convex exterior panel connection point 104b and the concave exterior panel connection point 104c are portions that are connected to the exterior panel 101 in the direction in which the extension part 104 rotates (the direction perpendicular to the plate surface of the exterior panel 101, the direction in which the extension part 104 and the exterior panel 101 overlap).

[0042] The convex exterior panel connecting point 104b and the concave exterior panel connecting point 104c are arranged outward in the vehicle width direction from the pivot shaft 104x. Note that in this embodiment, there are two exterior panel connecting points, the convex exterior panel connecting point 104b and the concave exterior panel connecting point 104c, but this is not limited to this and there may be one, or three or more. The convex exterior panel connecting point 104b is formed on the plate 104B. The concave exterior panel connecting point 104c is formed on the plate 104C.

[0043] Furthermore, the extension part 104 has a connecting plate 104D that connects the rotation shaft 104x and the plate 104C. This connecting plate 104D has a plurality of step plates 104D1 to 104D4 with different inclination angles. Since the plurality of step plates 104D1 to 104D4 have different inclination angles, the rigidity of these connecting plates 104D as a whole is increased.

[0044] As shown in Figure 2, when the extension part 104 is in the first position A1, the plate 104B is positioned toward the rear of the vehicle, and the plate 104A is positioned toward the front of the vehicle. A step plate 104E is formed between the plates 104B and 104A. The step plate 104E is inclined downward toward the center in the vehicle width direction. Therefore, when the fender lining 106 abuts against this step plate 104E, the fender lining 106 is less likely to shift in the vehicle width direction.

[0045] 2, when the extension portion 104 is in the first position A1, the plate 104C is positioned further forward of the plate 104A. Between the plates 104A and 104C, a stepped bulging plate 104F is formed, bulging from the plate 104A side toward the plate 104C and bulging rearward. The fender lining 106 abuts against this stepped bulging plate 104F, making it less likely for the fender lining 106 to shift in the fore-and-aft direction of the vehicle. Furthermore, the stepped bulging plate 104F is provided to connect the inner panel connecting point 104a and the recessed exterior panel connecting point 104c, thereby increasing the rigidity of both.

[0046] 5 is a perspective view of the first panel 102 of the exterior panel 101 of the vehicle exterior panel structure 100 in FIG. 1, viewed obliquely from the rear. A design surface is formed on the front surface of the first panel 102. As shown in FIG. 5, fixing portions 102P and 102Q for connecting the extension portion 104 are formed on the rear surface of the first panel 102. The fixing portions 102P and 102Q have holes 102p and 102q. The holes 102p and 102q are used to connect the second panel 103 to the first panel 102.

[0047] Figure 6 is a perspective view, seen obliquely from the rear, of the structure in which the second panel 103 is attached to the first panel 102 in Figure 5. The second panel 103 is fixed to the inside of the first panel 102. A fender lining 106 is connected to the inside of the second panel 103 via an extension part 104 that is in a first position.

[0048] 6, the second panel 103 has fixing portions 103P, 103R, and 103S for fixing to the first panel 102. The fixing portion 103P has holes 103p and 103q into which bolts are inserted. The fixing portions 103R and 103S have holes 103r and 103s into which bolts are inserted, respectively.

[0049] Hole 103p is aligned with hole 102p of fixing portion 102P of first panel 102 and fastened with a bolt, connecting second panel 103 and first panel 102 at this portion. Hole 103s is aligned with hole 102q of fixing portion 102Q of first panel 102 and fastened with a bolt, connecting second panel 103 and first panel 102 at this portion. Clips may be used instead of bolts.

[0050] Hole 103q is aligned with convex exterior panel connecting portion 104b (see FIG. 2) of extension portion 104 and fastened with a bolt, connecting second panel 103 and extension portion 104 at this portion. Hole 103r is aligned with concave exterior panel connecting portion 104c (see FIG. 2) of extension portion 104 and fastened with a bolt, connecting second panel 103 and extension portion 104 at this portion. Clips may be used instead of bolts.

[0051] The portion where the convex exterior panel connecting portion 104b of the extension portion 104 and the second panel 103 are connected is covered from the outside by the first panel 102. The portion where the concave exterior panel connecting portion 104c of the extension portion 104 and the second panel 103 are connected is covered from the outside by the first panel 102.

[0052] As shown in Fig. 2, inner panel connection point 104a of extension portion 104 is located between convex exterior panel connection point 104b and concave exterior panel connection point 104c. There may be three or more exterior panel connection points, and in cases where there are three or more exterior panel connection points, it is sufficient that inner panel connection point 104a is located between any two exterior panel connection points. Similarly, there may be two or more interior panel connection points, and in cases where there are three or more interior panel connection points, it is sufficient that one or all of the interior panels are located between any two exterior panel connection points.

[0053] Furthermore, if there are three or more exterior panel connection points, the inner panel connection points can be located within the range defined by the imaginary lines connecting these exterior panel connection points. In this case, it is preferable to provide the inner panel connection points in positions on the extension part 104 such that the distances between each exterior panel connection point and the inner panel connection point are equal.

[0054] Next, the process by which a worker manufactures the vehicle exterior panel structure 100 will be described. The worker fixes the second panel 103 shown in FIG. 6 to the first panel 102 shown in FIG. 5. Then, the worker rotates the extension portion 104 about the rotation axis 104x from the state shown by the two-dot chain line in FIG. 2 to the state shown by the solid line, thereby fixing the extension portion 104 to the second panel 103. The worker fixes the fender lining 106 to the extension portion 104.

[0055] After fixing the fender lining 106, the worker may cut the hinge that forms the pivot shaft 104x and separate the first panel 102 from the extension part 104. However, if the worker leaves the hinge that forms the pivot shaft 104x uncut after fixing the fender lining 106, this has the advantage that the function of the extension part 104 can be used the next time the worker works.

[0056] According to the structure of this embodiment described above, the position of the extension part 104 relative to the exterior panel 101 can be adjusted when the extension part 104 is displaced from the second position A2 to the first position A1. Because the fender lining 106 can be connected to the exterior panel 101 via the extension part 104, whose position is adjustable, it is easier to adjust the connection position between the fender lining 106 and the exterior panel 101 compared to when the fender lining 106 is connected to the exterior panel 101 without providing the extension part 104, making it easier to connect the fender lining 106 to the exterior panel 101. This makes it easier to connect the fender lining 106 to the exterior panel 101, even if the shape or specifications of the exterior panel 101 or the fender lining 106 change, for example.

[0057] Furthermore, because the fender lining 106 is connected to the inner panel connection point 104a of the extension part 104, the number of connection points for the fender lining 106 on the exterior panel 101 can be reduced, and by providing points on the exterior panel 101 where the fender lining 106 is connected, sink marks formed on the design surface of the exterior panel 101 can be prevented.

[0058] Furthermore, even if at least one of exterior panel 101 and fender lining 106 has at least two specifications, one in which no gap occurs between exterior panel 101 and fender lining 106 when connected to the other, and the other in which a gap occurs, in the specification in which a gap occurs, extension portion 104 makes it easier to connect exterior panel 101 and fender lining 106 so as to fill the gap.

[0059] Furthermore, the extension 104 rotates around a predetermined rotation axis 104x along the edge 102a, allowing the extension 104 to move between the first position A1 and the second position A2 by the rotation axis 104x functioning as a hinge. Furthermore, because the extension 104 has the rotation axis 104x, it has rigidity in the axial direction and is less likely to deform in the axial direction. This makes it easy to connect the fender lining 106 to the extension 104.

[0060] Furthermore, when the extension part 104 is in the first position A1, the fender lining 106 is connected to the inner panel connection point 104a of the extension part 104, which is located above and spaced apart from the pivot shaft 104x. Therefore, compared to when the fender lining 106 is connected to the part of the extension part 104 that is at the pivot shaft 104x, it is possible to reduce the influence on the pivot shaft 104x.

[0061] Furthermore, because the extension portion 104 is connected to the exterior panel 101 at the convex exterior panel connection points 104b and the concave exterior panel connection points 104c along the direction in which the extension portion 104 rotates, the shear force acting on the rotation shaft 104x is reduced. This prevents the rotation shaft 104x from breaking or being damaged, and allows the fender lining 106 to be stably supported.

[0062] Furthermore, because the recessed exterior panel connecting point 104c of the extension part 104 is close to the exterior panel 101, when the extension part 104 is rotated to the first position A1, the recessed exterior panel connecting point 104c comes into contact with the exterior panel 101 early on. Therefore, the extension part 104 only needs to be rotated by a small amount. Therefore, the extension part 104 can be easily attached. Furthermore, because stress is also distributed to the step between the rotation shaft 104x and the recessed exterior panel connecting point 104c, it is possible to prevent the rotation shaft 104x from breaking or being damaged.

[0063] Furthermore, the extension portion 104 is connected solely to the second panel 103 of the exterior panel 101, and is not connected to the first panel 102. Therefore, there is no need to provide a connection point for the extension portion 104 on the first panel 102, and sink marks do not occur on the design surface of the first panel 102.

[0064] Furthermore, since the points where the convex exterior panel connecting points 104b and the concave exterior panel connecting points 104c of the extension part 104 are connected to the second panel 103 are hidden by the first panel 102, even if a sink mark occurs in the second panel 103, the sink mark will not be exposed on the design surface of the first panel 102, and the design will not be impaired.

[0065] Furthermore, the extension portion 104 is supported at two points on the exterior panel 101 and is able to stably support the fender lining 106 at the center of the two points while maintaining a stable posture.

[0066] (Second Example) Fig. 7(a) is a schematic diagram of a vehicle to which a vehicle panel structure 200 according to a second embodiment of the present invention is applied. Fig. 7(b) is a perspective view of the exterior panel 201 of Fig. 7(a) viewed obliquely from the rear. The vehicle panel structure 200 includes a first panel 202 that forms the design surface of the vehicle, a second panel 203 fixed to the inside of the first panel 202, and an intermediate part 204 connected to the inside of the second panel 203. The first panel 202 and the second panel 203 constitute the exterior panel 201.

[0067] By connecting a predetermined inner panel 206 to the intermediate part 204, the inner panel 206 is connected to the first panel 202 and the second panel 203 via the intermediate part 204, and the part where the intermediate part 204 is connected to the second panel 203 is covered from the outside by the first panel 202.

[0068] With this structure, the position of the intermediate portion 204 can be adjusted relative to the second panel 203, and by connecting the inner panel 206 to the intermediate portion 204 whose position has been adjusted, it becomes easier to connect the inner panel 206 to the first panel 202. Moreover, because the intermediate portion 204 is connected to the second panel 203 and not to the first panel 202, there is no need to provide a connection point in the first panel 202 for the intermediate portion 204, and sink marks do not occur in the first panel 202. Furthermore, because the portion of the second panel 203 that is connected to the intermediate portion 204 is hidden by the first panel 202, even if sink marks occur in the second panel 203, the sink marks will not be exposed on the design surface of the first panel 202, and the design will not be impaired.

[0069] In this embodiment, the intermediate portion 204 is connected to the first panel 202 and a hinge is provided, but this configuration is not limited to this, and the intermediate portion 204 may not be connected to the first panel 202 and no hinge may be provided.

[0070] While the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings, it goes without saying that the present invention is not limited to these examples. It is clear that those skilled in the art can conceive of various modifications and alterations within the scope of the claims, and it is understood that these modifications and alterations also fall within the technical scope of the present invention.

[0071] Furthermore, the present invention can be practiced by freely combining inventions described in claims and examples, regardless of the dependent relationships of the claims. [Industrial Applicability]

[0072] The present invention can be used in a vehicle exterior panel structure and a vehicle panel structure. [Explanation of symbols]

[0073] 100...Exterior panel structure for vehicle, 101...exterior panel, 102...1st panel, 102a...edge, 102m…lower board, 102p, 102q...hole, 102P, 102Q...Fixed part, 103...2nd panel, 103p, 103r, 103q...hole, 103P, 103R, 103S...Fixed part, 104...Extension part, 104a...Inner panel connection point, 104b...Convex exterior panel connection point (exterior panel connection point), 104c...Concave exterior panel connection point (exterior panel connection point), 104A, 104B, 104C...board, 104D...connecting board, 104E...Step plate, 104F...Step bulge board, 104x...rotating axis, 106...Fender lining (inner panel), 150...vehicles, 200...Vehicle panel structure, 201...exterior panel, 202...1st panel, 203...2nd panel, 204...Mediation department, A1...1st position, A2…2nd position

Claims

1. an exterior panel that forms the design surface of the vehicle; an extension portion connected to an edge of the exterior panel, The extension portion is displaceable between a first position where the extension portion is overlapped and connected to the exterior panel and a second position where the extension portion is spaced apart from the first position, A predetermined inner panel can be connected to the extension portion, The extension portion has a step plate that is inclined toward the center in the vehicle width direction as it goes downward, and the inner panel abuts against the step plate to suppress displacement of the inner panel in the vehicle width direction, A vehicle exterior panel structure, characterized in that the extension portion is fixed to the exterior panel at a position different from the position at which it is fixed to the inner panel.

2. 2. The vehicle exterior panel structure according to claim 1, wherein the extension portion is displaceable between the first position and the second position by rotating about a predetermined rotation axis along the edge.

3. 3. The vehicle exterior panel structure according to claim 2, wherein the extension portion has an inner panel connection portion disposed at a distance from the pivot shaft and to which the inner panel is connected.

4. 3. The vehicle exterior panel structure according to claim 2, wherein the extension portion has an exterior panel connection point that is spaced apart from the pivot shaft and that is connected to the exterior panel along the direction in which the extension portion rotates.

5. 5. The vehicle exterior panel structure according to claim 4, wherein the exterior panel connection portion is a recessed exterior panel connection portion that is recessed toward the exterior panel when the extension portion is in the first position.

6. The exterior panel is a first panel that forms the design surface and to which the extension portion is connected; a second panel secured to the inside of the first panel; The vehicle exterior panel structure according to claim 1 , wherein the inner panel is connected to the second panel via the extension portion of the exterior panel that is located at the first position.

7. 7. The vehicle exterior panel structure according to claim 6, wherein a portion of the second panel that is connected to the exterior panel connecting portion of the extension portion is covered from the outside by the first panel.

8. The extension section has at least two exterior panel connection points, 8. The vehicle exterior panel structure according to claim 7, wherein the inner panel connection point of the extension portion is disposed between two of the exterior panel connection points.

9. 9. The vehicle exterior panel structure according to claim 1, wherein the inner panel is a fender lining.

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