BMW 3 Series E46 Touring Rear Right O/S Side Quarter Window Glass Green AS2

BMW 3 Series E46 Touring Rear Right O/S Side Quarter Window Glass Green AS2 is an original, used side window designed for the rear right side of the BMW 3 Series E46 Touring body. This component provides proper passenger protection while maintaining factory optical parameters and compliance with the AS2 standard, which translates into comfortable and safe vehicle operation. Thanks to the factory green glass tint, the window harmoniously blends with the body line and the rest of the glazing.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8231852
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8231852
• Substitutable numbers: 51368231852, 8231852, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Green
• Offset (ET):
• Category: Additional Glass & Window Parts

Purpose and fitment for BMW E46 Touring

The presented window has been designed as a side element mounted on the rear right side of the BMW 3 Series E46 generation Touring body. This means that its geometry, glass thickness, and mounting method are adapted to the factory mounting points, which facilitates correct installation and ensures stable seating in the window frame. Using original glass allows for maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance and proper operation of window lifting mechanisms, if present in a given equipment variant.

Glass characteristics and user comfort

The window is made of green-tinted glass, typical for many factory BMW glazings, which helps reduce interior heating and improves passenger visual comfort. The AS2 class signifies compliance with specific requirements regarding light transmission and safety, allowing the window to be used as a side element in a road-legal vehicle. The uniform edge finish and appropriately selected glass thickness promote proper seal adhesion and noise reduction in the cabin.

Condition of the item and benefits of choosing a used part

The offered window is a used part, which in practice means a beneficial combination of functionality and an attractive purchase price. Choosing original, used glass allows for maintaining factory fitment to the body, avoiding geometry or alignment issues that may occur with some aftermarket replacements. For many users, this is a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the proper technical and aesthetic parameters of the vehicle.

Safety, installation, and practical application

The rear right window in the BMW E46 Touring plays an important role in passenger protection and the lateral rigidity of the body zone. A correctly selected and installed component:

• ensures proper side visibility for the driver and passengers,
• maintains body tightness in the rear cabin area,
• works with seals and trim strips, reducing noise and vibrations,
• allows for maintaining the original styling line of the vehicle.

Due to the specific fitment for the Touring body, installation in a vehicle consistent with its intended use is recommended, using appropriate sealing materials and following procedures used in professional glass replacement services.

Ecological aspect of using used windows

Choosing a used side window for the BMW E46 Touring is not only a saving but also a real contribution to reducing the amount of glass waste in the automotive industry. Reusing functional components reduces the demand for new part production, which translates into lower consumption of raw materials and energy. If you want to learn more about the advantages of this approach, it is worth reading the article Eco-driving: discover the benefits of used car parts, which discusses the practical aspects of recycling in the automotive industry.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side glazing zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional side windows, mounting elements, or window seals, check the available parts in the category Other car windows and BMW window parts.