BMW 1 Series E81 E87 Right roof moulding railing O/S Sparkling Graphite A22

The BMW E81 E87 Right Roof Drip Rail Sparkling is an original body part from the Doors and Door Panels category, designed for installation on the right side of the roof. Finished in the attractive Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22 color, this rail allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct restoration of the roofline on BMW 1 Series E81/E87 vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0032702-SG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51130032702
• Substitutable numbers: 51130032702, 0032702, 64509184102, 9184102, 64509119701, 9119701, 64536982874, 6982874, 64536911946, 6911946
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and Fitment for BMW E81 E87

The roof drip rail has been specifically designed for BMW 1 Series E81 and E87 models, taking into account factory mounting points and roof shape. Proper profiling ensures a secure fit to the body, facilitating installation and maintaining the original body geometry.

This part is intended for installation on the right side of the vehicle, eliminating the risk of errors in part selection and allowing for precise restoration of the roof's factory appearance.

Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22 Color and Finish

The rail is finished in the Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22 color, characteristic of many BMW 1 Series configurations. This allows for visual consistency with other body elements, eliminating the need for additional painting if the car's color matches.

The metallic finish lends an elegant, understated character to the bodywork, while also harmonizing well with other shades used in the BMW range. This is a practical solution for replacing a damaged rail after a collision, hailstorm, or localized corrosion on the roof.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The roof drip rail is offered as a used part, enabling an economical repair while maintaining the original origin of the component. Such parts are often chosen for accident repairs, restorations, and bringing a vehicle back to a near-factory condition.

Choosing an original used rail is a compromise between cost and maintaining factory fitment and stylistic consistency with the body line.

Application in Body Repairs and Restorations

The BMW E81 E87 Right Roof Drip Rail Sparkling is particularly suitable in situations where:

• the damaged right-side roof drip rail needs replacement,
• the vehicle has undergone bodywork and painting on the roof, and a missing part needs to be supplied,
• a body restoration is being carried out with an emphasis on retaining original BMW parts,
• maintaining a consistent roof color and styling line is important.

By preserving the factory geometry, the rail ensures proper water drainage from the roof surface and provides an aesthetic finish to the edges, which is important for both visual appeal and functionality.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Roof Drip Rail

Using an original right-side roof drip rail for the BMW E81/E87 offers a number of practical benefits:

• Factory Fitment – the part is designed for a specific body generation, requiring no modifications.
• Color Consistency – the Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22 finish facilitates maintaining a uniform body appearance.
• Economical Repair – a used part helps reduce costs while retaining original origin.
• Aesthetic Roof Finish – a properly installed rail enhances the visual appeal of the vehicle's entire side profile.

Other BMW Body Parts in the Doors and Door Panels Category

If you are also looking for other parts from the BMW Doors and Door Panels category for your car, check out the BMW doors and door panels available in our assortment to complete all necessary body components in one place.

To compare repair costs and explore savings opportunities in the used parts market, you can read our guide article on servicing another popular brand – Repairing a Volkswagen for Pennies? Discover How to Save on Original Car Parts. Although it concerns Volkswagen, the principles of choosing used parts described there are also helpful for BMW owners.