A thermoplastic molding composition can be used for metal plating, in particular for electroplating, comprising the components A) to C): A) 20 to 55 wt. % of at least one graft rubber copolymer (A), B) 20 to 55 wt. % of at least one rubber free SAN copolymer, and C) 25 to 34% by weight of at least one aromatic polycarbonate; the metal-plated polymer composition can be used for automotive applications.