BMW 3 Series E46 Saloon Window Guide Web Cover Right O/S Rear Black 8160974

The BMW E46 Rear Right Window Trim Black is an original body part from the Doors and Door Panels group, designed for installation on the right rear side of the vehicle. The black color of the trim allows for a seamless match with the factory finish, and its construction, compliant with BMW standards, facilitates installation and maintains proper window geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8160974
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8160974
• Substitutable numbers: 51348160974, 8160974
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and Function of the Window Trim

The rear right window trim for the BMW E46 is responsible for the aesthetic and technical finishing of the glass edge and the area adjacent to the door. This component aids in the correct guidance of the window within its frame, stabilizes its position relative to the door panel, and limits the ingress of dirt into the door's internal structure.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific BMW E46 body model, the trim works in conjunction with factory-installed guides and seals, promoting the proper operation of the window lifting mechanism and ensuring even pressure against the seals.

Construction, Color, and Body Fitment

The presented trim is intended for installation in the rear right section of the body, in the area of the door and window frame. The construction has been designed to replicate the side profile of the BMW E46 body and maintain consistency with other parts from the Doors and Door Panels group.

The black color facilitates integration with factory trim strips and seals, as well as with dark finishing elements of the pillars and window frames. This finish allows for a uniform side line, which is particularly important for collision repairs or the replacement of individual body components.

Part Condition and Service Application

The window trim is offered as a used part, allowing for an economical repair of the window area while maintaining original geometry and mounting characteristics. This type of part is particularly useful for:

• repairs after collisions in the area of the rear right door,
• removing the effects of corrosion or mechanical damage in the window frame region,
• restoring the factory appearance of the side section of the BMW E46 body.

Using an original trim piece helps to reduce the need for additional bodywork modifications and shape adjustments, which shortens service time and makes it easier to achieve a consistent visual result.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Trim

Choosing an original BMW body part translates into a number of practical benefits. The most important include:

• Factory Fit for BMW E46 – the trim has been designed for the specific geometry of the rear right body section, promoting proper alignment with the window and door.
• Visual Consistency with the Car's Side Line – the black finish integrates well with other components of the window frame, minimizing visible differences after repair.
• Support for Proper Window Operation – a correctly chosen trim helps maintain stable glass guidance and cooperation with seals.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as trims, panels, or window frames, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and Door Panels category.

Part Selection by Numbers and Compatibility Verification

When selecting BMW body parts, it is particularly important to compare part numbers and interchangeable numbers with vehicle documentation or existing components. This helps to reduce the risk of purchasing an incompatible part, especially in cases of differences due to body versions or production year.

If you want to streamline the verification process and use OEM numbers more consciously, it is worth referring to practical tips on checking component compatibility – you can find them in the article Risk-Free Online Parts Shopping – 5 Proven Ways to Verify Component Compatibility by OEM Numbers and Paint Codes.