C-Column Cover BMW E65 E66 Trim Panel Pillar Rear Right O/S Anthrazit 7018096

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

C-Column Cover BMW E65 E66 Trim Panel Pillar Rear Right O/S Anthrazit is an original body trim component from the Claddings, decorative strips and trims category, designed for installation in the rear right section of the vehicle. Its carefully engineered geometry ensures proper upholstery edge alignment, stable mounting, and a consistent appearance for the side body section in luxury BMW 7 Series E65/E66 models. This used part allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged component without interfering with the vehicle's structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7018096
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7018096
• Substitutable numbers: 7018096, 51437018096, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the component

The C-column cover is responsible for the aesthetic and functional finishing of the rear right section of the body, in the area where the roof, window, and side body meet. This component:

• conceals the internal structural elements of the pillar,
• organizes the routing of upholstery and seals,
• supports the maintenance of the correct visual line of the side body,
• reduces the risk of unwanted gaps and rattling in this area.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific BMW model, installation is predictable and maintains the factory mounting points.

Construction and fitment for BMW E65/E66

The cover has been designed as a component dedicated to the rear right side of the vehicle, which guarantees compatibility with the body line and adjacent trim panels. The design provides:

• factory mounting points,
• a profile matched to the shape of the C-pillar,
• a surface prepared for integration with original upholstery and seals.

This solution allows for maintaining visual consistency of the interior and exterior of the body, and also facilitates the service replacement of a damaged cover without the need for modifications.

Condition and service application

The component is in used condition, making it a practical choice for post-accident repairs, bodywork and paint corrections, or restoring the vehicle to a factory-like state. A used C-pillar cover is particularly useful in situations where:

• the original component has suffered mechanical damage,
• cracks or deformations have occurred as a result of a collision,
• it is necessary to replace only one trim panel without interfering with other components.

Selecting the correct cover for the specific BMW E65/E66 body version helps reduce repair time and avoid fitment issues.

Benefits of using an original C-pillar cover

Using an original component from the Claddings, decorative strips and trims category provides a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of factory geometry and body lines,
• compatibility with existing mounts and adjacent panels,
• consistent appearance of the interior and exterior after repair,
• reduced risk of improper fitment and subsequent rattling.

For BMW 7 Series class vehicles, choosing an original C-pillar cover is important for maintaining the car's value and the quality of bodywork and finishing repairs.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body trim area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as covers, strips, or decorative panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Claddings, decorative strips and trims category.

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