BMW F45 Roof Aerial Cover Casing Shark Fin Antenna Platinum Silver Metallic C08

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F45 Roof Aerial Cover Casing Shark Fin Antenna Platinum Silver Metallic C08 is an original body component from the Car antennas group, designed for installation on the rear part of the roof. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore the factory look of the vehicle after damage or antenna replacement, while maintaining stylistic consistency with the body paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9341602-PSM
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9341602
• Substitutable numbers: 9341602, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Platinsilber Metallic - C08
• Category: Antennas

Purpose and function of the BMW F45 antenna cover

The presented shark fin roof antenna housing is dedicated to BMW F45 series models, where it serves as an aesthetic and protective cover for the antenna module located in the rear part of the roof. The shark fin shape ensures optimized airflow while protecting the antenna assembly from external factors such as moisture, dirt, or minor mechanical damage.

Thanks to the factory design, the element maintains proper fitment to the roof contours, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of leaks in the rear body area.

Platinum Silver Metallic C08 color and visual matching

The cover is finished in Platinum Silver Metallic C08, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. Using the original shade allows for maintaining a consistent stylistic line of the roof without the need for additional painting of the element after installation, provided the vehicle has the same paint code.

This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged cover after a collision, hail, or improper disassembly, when the priority is to quickly restore the vehicle's aesthetics while maintaining the factory look of the rear roof section.

Placement on the vehicle and installation aspects

The element is designed for installation in the rear roof zone, where the antenna assembly responsible for receiving radio signals and other vehicle communication functions is located. The precise fit of the housing shape to the BMW F45 roof contours facilitates correct seating on the factory mounting points.

As a part from the Car antennas category, the housing works with the factory antenna module without interfering with its operating parameters. Replacing the cover alone is a beneficial solution in situations where the antenna module remains functional and only the external body part has been damaged.

Characteristics of the used product

The roof antenna cover is a used item, which in practice means it may show signs of wear typical for components removed from vehicles. At the same time, it retains full functionality in terms of protecting the antenna module and fitting the BMW F45 roof, representing an economical alternative to a new part.

Choosing an original, used housing allows for maintaining high-quality fitment and compliance with factory specifications, while simultaneously reducing the costs of repairing or renovating the rear part of the roof.

Why choose original BMW components

Using original body components, such as the shark fin roof antenna cover, translates into proper fitment to the vehicle structure, stable mounting, and maintaining a consistent stylistic line. This is particularly important for elements mounted on the roof, where both sealing and aerodynamics matter.

If you want to better understand the importance of original parts in the context of safety and durability, it is worth reading the article on the advantages of used original OEM parts and their impact on car repair quality, which discusses this topic in detail.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as antenna housings, antenna bases, or decorative roof covers, check the available parts in the BMW car antennas category.