BMW 3 Series E93 E93N LCI Moulding Folding Top Lid Alu Matt 7293470 54377293470

BMW 3 Series E93 E93N LCI Moulding Folding Top Lid Alu Matt is an original body component designed for the rear section of the 3 Series E93 convertible roof, allowing you to restore the factory look and consistency of the body lines. The matte aluminum finish ensures an aesthetic match with other details, and the OEM construction guarantees a proper fit with the rear part of the roof. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged mouldings, or completing missing parts.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7293470
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7293470
• Substitutable numbers: 7293470, 54377293470, 7175323, 54377175323
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The roof moulding in the matte aluminum version is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the rear edge of the roof in the BMW E93, while also helping to properly guide the line of seals and linings. Its location at the rear of the vehicle makes the component particularly exposed to mechanical damage and weather conditions, which is why its replacement is a common step in body restoration.

Thanks to its factory geometry, the moulding fits the shape of the roof without the need for modifications, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of leaks or improper fitment. The matte aluminum surface allows for consistency with other exterior trim, which is important when maintaining the visual appeal of the vehicle.

Benefits of using the original roof moulding

Using the original roof moulding in the BMW E93 offers a number of practical benefits:

• secure fit to the rear part of the roof without the need for mounting modifications,
• preservation of the factory body line and stylistic consistency,
• matte aluminum finish in accordance with the original vehicle specification,
• possibility to use the component for body and paint repairs as well as roof reconstruction after damage.

For users who pay attention to details, replacing a worn or damaged moulding with an original part allows you to keep the vehicle in a condition close to factory, which can be significant both aesthetically and for the potential resale of the car.

Product characteristics and condition

The offered roof moulding comes from a BMW vehicle and is a secondary market component, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the original construction. Its location in the rear part of the vehicle makes the component important when completing the entire trim set for the E93 convertible roof. The product is intended for users and workshops that prefer OEM parts over replacements with uncertain fitment.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory form, the moulding can be used both for a single component replacement and as part of a wider body restoration, including the rear roof zone, trunk lid, or adjacent panels.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The BMW 3 Series E93 E93N LCI Moulding Folding Top Lid Alu Matt will work particularly well in the following scenarios:

• repairs after collisions involving the rear part of the roof or the trunk area,
• replacing missing decorative elements after previous disassembly,
• vehicle restorations where corrosion or wear of the mouldings has occurred,
• restoring the original look of the car after modifications using non-factory parts.

Choosing the original moulding allows you to maintain proper fitment with seals, upholstery, and other roof elements, which is important for both aesthetics and the comfort of using the vehicle.

Related BMW body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as mouldings, covers, or decorative trims, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Technical knowledge and part selection

When working with body components such as roof mouldings, it is worth paying attention to the structural differences between individual model versions and the specifics of solutions used by different manufacturers. For a comparison of approaches to component design in the high-performance car segment, you can use the guide material Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which discusses, among other things, the differences in construction and part selection in high-performance cars.