Nick - Perhaps something like this would bridge the gap. headscratch Inexpensive easy to cut/trim flexible vinyl material that will protect the edges of those panels and would be just held in place by the existing mounting channels/screws.

Black panel to panel moulding at Lowe's

They also offer it in gray and it's possible you could try and paint to match. One 8' stick is more than enough for what you have and even use some for paint testing. wink

PS - I agree with John and Phil - Excellent work sir!
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