BMW E46 Side Panel Moulding Quarter Strip Rear Left N/S Titan Silver 354 8208673

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

The BMW E46 Side Panel Moulding Quarter Strip Rear Left N/S Titan Silver 354 is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side. This factory-made moulding from the Protective and decorative strips group allows you to restore the consistent look of the vehicle's side and maintain the OEM styling line of the bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0001036-TS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0001036
• Substitutable numbers: 0001036, 51130001036, 8208673
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Titansilber Metallic - 354
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The presented moulding is designed for installation on the rear left side of the body, on the quarter panel of the BMW 3 Series E46. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower side area of the bodywork and provides additional protection for the painted surface against minor mechanical damage typical of urban use and parking.

Thanks to its factory profile, the moulding adapts to the contours and geometry of the fender, which facilitates proper fitment with other body panels. Original mounts and the correct shape reduce the risk of stress on the paint and leaks at the contact point with the body.

Color and visual fit

The moulding is finished in Titansilber Metallic – 354, used factory-standard on the BMW E46. This allows for maintaining a uniform paint tone in the side area without the need for additional painting, while preserving the appropriate quality of the coating on the entire side of the vehicle.

Selecting a component in the same metallic shade is particularly important for local repairs, when a single moulding is replaced and the remaining body components remain original. Color consistency reduces the visibility of bodywork and paint intervention and improves the final visual effect after installation.

Installation characteristics

The moulding is intended for installation in the rear, left part of the body, which facilitates the identification of the correct position during service work. The properly selected profile and length of the element allow for installation in the factory location without the need for body modifications.

In practice, the installation consists of correctly positioning the moulding relative to the edge of the side panel and seating it in the designated mounting points. Maintaining the correct sequence of work (dry fit, gap inspection, and only then final attachment) allows for achieving an even transition line between the moulding and the fender surface.

Condition and service application

The component comes from disassembly and is intended for service applications and post-accident repairs where maintaining the original geometry and character of the BMW body finish is required. Choosing an OEM moulding from the same model reference promotes maintaining the factory look of the vehicle and proper fitment with the doors, bumper, and other side mouldings.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial for spot repairs, when a single element is replaced and the goal is to recreate the original visual state as faithfully as possible without interfering with the entire side of the body.

Complementary BMW body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional mouldings, check the available parts in the BMW protective and decorative strips category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using components from disassembly for visual and mechanical modifications, it is worth reading the guide on our blog: Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using components from disassembly. Although it concerns a different brand, it well demonstrates a practical approach to the conscious selection of used body components.