BMW 5 Series E60 Empty Housing For Roof Antenna Shark Fin Cover BLACK SAPPHIRE

BMW 5 Series E60 Empty Housing For Roof Antenna Shark Fin Cover BLACK SAPPHIRE is an original, used housing from the Car antennas category, designed for installation on the roof of the popular BMW 5 Series E60 generation. This component, finished in the elegant Black Sapphire Metallic color, allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged or worn-out "shark fin" antenna cover.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0301273-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9137472
• Substitutable numbers: 6938756, 84500301273, 0301273, 9137472, 6921899
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Antennas

Characteristics and purpose of the antenna housing

The presented housing belongs to the Car antennas category and is a factory-original component dedicated to the roof of the BMW 5 Series E60 in the version equipped with a "shark fin" antenna. The design ensures proper protection of the antenna module against external factors and provides stable mounting at the original installation point on the roof panel.

The housing has been designed to maintain the factory aerodynamics of the body, which reduces wind noise and minimizes the risk of turbulence around the rear part of the roof. As a result, replacing the component does not alter the airflow characteristics or the acoustics inside the cabin.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – visual fit

The Black Sapphire Metallic finish allows for a seamless match with the vehicle's body paint in the same shade. The metallic structure of the paint provides a characteristic depth and gloss, which is particularly important in the upper zone of the body, visible from many perspectives.

For owners of a BMW E60 in this color, this means the possibility of replacing a damaged housing without the need for additional painting, which reduces repair time and costs. For cars in a different body color, the housing can serve as an aesthetic, contrasting accent in a dark, metallic shade.

Benefits of using an original BMW housing

Using an original BMW antenna housing offers several practical advantages:

• factory fit to the shape of the roof and the antenna base,
• proper edge adhesion, reducing the risk of water ingress,
• preservation of the vehicle's stock appearance, with no deviations in the body lines,
• compatibility with the original antenna module installed in the BMW E60.

This makes replacing the housing a technically safe solution that is aesthetically consistent with the rest of the body, which is important both for daily use and for the potential resale of the vehicle.

Used condition and installation aspects

The housing comes from dismantling, which allows for combining a favorable purchase cost with the preservation of the manufacturer's original specifications. A used component of this type is particularly attractive in situations where only the external part of the antenna has been damaged, while the electronic module remains functional.

The installation of the housing takes place in the factory location, using the existing roof antenna mounting point. In practice, this means the replacement can be performed at a standard service center or body shop, without the need for any modifications to the roof panel.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the roof area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as antenna bases, antenna modules, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW car antennas category.

Why choose a used antenna housing

Choosing a used antenna housing is a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining factory quality. An original component from dismantling is already adapted to real operating conditions, while also avoiding issues with geometry or fitment that may arise with lower-precision aftermarket replacements.

If you want to better understand the specifics of the second-hand parts market and make informed purchasing decisions, it is worth reading the article Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know, which discusses the most common concerns and real benefits associated with installing used OEM components.