BMW X6 E71 E72 Windscreen Drip Moulding Left N/S Alpinweiss 3 - 300 2147611

BMW X6 E71 E72 Windscreen Drip Moulding Left N/S Alpinweiss 3 is an original body component from the Protective and decorative mouldings group, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color, the moulding allows for a visually consistent addition or replacement of the component in BMW X6 E71/E72 generation vehicles without the need for additional paint matching.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2147611-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2147611
• Substitutable numbers: 51132147611, 2147611
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Roof
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the windscreen drip moulding

The presented windscreen drip moulding is designed as a finishing and protective element in the area where the glass meets the side body panel. Mounted on the left side of the BMW X6 E71/E72, it stabilizes the windscreen line and helps limit the ingress of dirt and moisture around the edge of the glass and seals. At the same time, it serves an aesthetic function, visually organizing the side line of the bodywork.

Color scheme and visual fit

The moulding is finished in the factory Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color, characteristic of many BMW X6 E71/E72 units. This makes it a consistent element with the body paint, without the need for additional painting, provided the correctly selected vehicle color variant is maintained. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged moulding after a collision or local body and paint repair.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The component is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle, in the upper side area, in the immediate vicinity of the glass. Such placement requires precise fitting with the glass, seals, and adjacent body panels, which is why using an original windscreen drip moulding dedicated to the BMW X6 E71/E72 facilitates maintaining proper geometry and tightness. In practice, this translates into reducing unwanted air noise and proper water drainage from the area around the glass.

Product characteristics and practical application

As an element from the Protective and decorative mouldings category, the windscreen drip moulding combines protective and aesthetic functions. It works well both for post-accident repairs and for replacing worn or degraded body components in older BMW X6 E71/E72 units. The used nature of the part allows for an economical restoration of the completeness of the side body line while maintaining the original manufacturer's specification.

Selection of used body and fuel system components

When selecting used components, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the body version, placement on the vehicle, and color parameters, as is the case with this Alpinweiss 3 - 300 windscreen drip moulding. Similar rules of careful selection apply to other subassemblies, especially in critical vehicle systems. If you want to better understand how to safely choose parts from dismantling in more demanding areas, the following article will be helpful: Fuel dosing problems – how to safely choose a used injection pump and fuel rail.

Expanding the scope of work within BMW body mouldings

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the windscreen and side area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional mouldings, check the available parts in the BMW protective and decorative mouldings category. For drivers preparing their car for more difficult weather conditions, including winter, practical checklists regarding the inspection of used body and equipment elements may also be useful. In this context, it is worth reading the guide: winter essential for used car parts – what to check before the frost, which helps to plan service work in an organized manner.