BMW 3 Series 1 E90 E91 Windscreen Front Right O/S Trim Cover Spacegrau Grey A52

BMW E90 E91 Front Right Windshield Trim Spacegrau is an original body part designed for the right side of the front windshield in 3 Series models. Precisely fitted geometry and the factory color Spacegrau Metallic A52 allow for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged trim without the need for additional modifications. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain a consistent body appearance and proper windshield edge guidance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0034044-SCG1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0034044
• Substitutable numbers: 51130034044, 0034044, 51130401256, 0401256, EM, 51137157276, 7157276
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Windshield Trim Purpose and Function

The right-side front windshield trim is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the glass edge and the stable guidance of seals within the windshield frame. For the 3 Series E90/E91, this element is tailored to the body lines, ensuring continuity of the body creases and proper visual division between the windshield and the pillar.

Using an original trim is important not only visually but also practically – a correctly chosen profile reduces the risk of unwanted wind noise at higher speeds and facilitates the proper installation of the windshield and adjacent body parts.

Spacegrau Metallic A52 Color and Visual Matching

The finish in the Spacegrau Metallic A52 shade is characteristic of many BMW 3 Series E90/E91 models and allows for consistency with the factory body paint. This means that after replacing the trim, there is no need for additional painting, provided that the other body parts are in the same color and in a similar visual condition.

The metallic coating ensures a uniform surface appearance in daylight and artificial light, which is particularly important in the front windshield area, highly visible both from the outside and from the driver's perspective. Using the original color also simplifies subsequent bodywork and painting operations if the vehicle undergoes further body repairs.

Vehicle Placement and Installation Aspects

The part is intended for installation on the front right side, along the edge of the front windshield. Proper placement is important for:

• correct adhesion of the windshield to the body frame,
• maintaining a seal in the contact area between the glass and the body,
• preserving the factory division line between the windshield and the pillar.

As an original part, the trim is prepared for installation in factory mounting points, which facilitates workshop work and reduces the risk of fitting problems. In case of replacement, installation by an experienced service center is recommended, especially if the work is carried out concurrently with windshield replacement or reinstallation.

Used Product Characteristics

The offered trim is a used part, which means it comes from a dismantled vehicle and may show signs of normal use. Such parts are often chosen as an economical alternative to new parts, while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications.

For dismantled body parts, it is crucial that they retain their factory dimensions and shape, which translates to correct fitting with the windshield and adjacent body panels. This solution is particularly beneficial for accident repairs where both cost and compliance with the original construction are important.

How to Effectively Select Dismantled Body Parts

When selecting a windshield trim for a BMW, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the body generation, the side of installation, and the paint color. Comparing the shape and length with the currently installed part can also be helpful. For those who want to better understand the specifics of used body parts and their potential in body repairs, we have prepared practical material – more information can be found in the article on replacing body parts with used dismantled parts.

If you are planning further bodywork on your BMW and need other parts to complement the windshield area, pillars, or body trim of this brand, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

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