I need assistance with a project.

FrankRodelli:
when I open up my trunk, I'm going to want an led to slowly turn on and then slowly turn back off when the trunk is closed.

This reminds me of the age-old question about fridge lights. If the light only fades off when the trunk is closed, how will you know? This might make more sense as a way to control the car's interior light based on door switches.