BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Rear Right O/S Trim Panel Door Card Cloth Anthracite

BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Rear Right O/S Trim Panel Door Card Cloth Anthracite is an original door trim designed for the rear right side of the body in BMW 3 Series E46 Saloon and Touring models. As an item from the Door panels category, it allows for maintaining a consistent interior look and proper functionality of the door card. It is a practical solution when replacing a damaged or worn panel in the rear part of the cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7043010
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7043010
• Substitutable numbers: 51427043010, 7043010, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented door card is dedicated to the rear right side of the vehicle, ensuring a proper fit to the door structure of the BMW E46 Saloon and Touring. The precise profiling of the panel allows for correct alignment with the door frame, seals, and factory mounting points, which translates into stable installation and aesthetic fit with other interior elements.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, the door card supports the proper operation of mechanisms located in the door, such as the handle, armrests, or control elements, if provided in the given equipment version. This solution allows for restoring the original appearance of the rear cabin area without the need for modifications.

Characteristics of the trim element

As an element from the Door panels group, the door card performs several important functions: it covers the internal door structure, improves acoustic comfort, and influences the visual perception of the interior. The panel structure is prepared to work with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of unwanted looseness or rattles while driving.

The used nature of the part means that the panel comes from dismantling, which is a beneficial solution for those looking for original components with guaranteed compatibility with factory equipment. This type of element allows for maintaining the stylistic consistency of the interior, especially when replacing a single door card after mechanical damage or wear and tear.

Installation and service application

The rear right door card is intended for installation in place of the factory panel, using the original mounting points in the door. With properly performed installation, it is possible to:

• restore the original appearance of the rear interior,
• maintain proper access to service elements inside the door,
• reduce unwanted noises resulting from loose or damaged linings.

This solution will work well both for post-accident repairs and for gradual cabin renovation, where maintaining the original character of the BMW E46 is a priority.

Benefits of using original door trim

Using a factory rear right door card in a BMW E46 brings a number of practical benefits. The most important include:

• Visual consistency of the interior – the panel is designed with a specific model and body version in mind, which allows for maintaining a uniform cabin look.
• Compatibility with factory solutions – the appropriate arrangement of holes and mounts facilitates installation and cooperation with existing door equipment elements.
• Functional protection of the door structure – the door card covers internal elements, limiting their exposure to mechanical damage and dirt.

Such a carefully selected element allows for effective repair without the need to use replacements with uncertain fitment, which is particularly important for demanding BMW model users.

Expanding BMW interior modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as side panels, decorative inserts, or additional linings, check the available parts in the BMW door panels category.

For those interested in a broader approach to modifying and upgrading cars of this brand, an article describing the possibilities of improving MINI models can be an inspiration – more information can be found in the material MINI John Cooper Works – what makes it stand out and how to improve your MINI?, which shows how to consciously select used components for modernization projects.