BMW X5 E70 Windscreen Strip Front Right O/S Drip Moulding Trim Space Grey - A52

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW X5 E70 Windscreen Strip Front Right O/S Drip Moulding Trim Space Grey - A52 is an original body component from the Protective and decorative trims group, designed for installation on the right side of the windscreen. It provides an aesthetic finish to the edge of the glass, helps with proper water drainage from the cowl area, and maintains a consistent body appearance in the factory Space Grey Metallic shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7250396-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7250396
• Substitutable numbers: 7250396, 51317250396, 7175714, 51137175714, 0430334, 51130430334
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the trim

The presented windscreen strip is matched to the right side of the windscreen in the BMW X5 E70 model, in the area where the glass meets the roof and the pillar. This component performs several important body functions:

• seals and masks the edge of the glass in the cowl area,
• manages the flow of rainwater along the roof and pillar,
• protects the edges of the sheet metal and glass against minor mechanical damage,
• visually stabilizes the body line on the right side of the vehicle.

Thanks to its factory profile, the trim works with adjacent body elements, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the consistency of the styling line characteristic of the BMW X5 E70.

Color and visual fit

The trim is finished in Space Grey Metallic – A52, which allows for maintaining a uniform body appearance in cars painted in this color. The metallic coating provides the depth of color characteristic of BMW and blends well with other body elements, such as bumpers, roof rails, or window surrounds.

Selecting the trim in the correct color reduces the need for additional painting and allows for a quick, aesthetic replacement of a damaged element, restoring the consistent appearance of the right side of the windscreen.

Installation characteristics

The trim is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle, on the right side, along the edge of the glass. The design of the element has been engineered for specific mounts in the BMW X5 E70, which facilitates proper seating on the body. The appropriate shaping of the profile allows for:

• precise fit to the glass and adjacent panels,
• maintaining the correct water drainage line from the roof and cowl,
• stable mounting without the need for body modifications.

Before installation, it is recommended to verify the compatibility of the element with the vehicle based on the OEM number or replacement numbers and to compare the shape with the removed trim.

Condition and practical application

The element comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains its original geometry and factory surface finish. This type of component is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged trims after service intervention in the vicinity of the glass, or during gradual body restoration.

Using an original windscreen strip allows for reducing the risk of problems with fitment, squeaking, or leaks that may occur with non-factory elements. It is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the factory character of the BMW X5 E70 body.

Compatibility and selection by numbers

To ensure that the trim will work properly with the body, it is worth verifying compatibility by the OEM part number and available replacement numbers. This method of selection minimizes the risk of purchasing a non-fitting element, especially in the case of differences resulting from the production year or equipment version.

In practice, selection by numbers works well not only in the case of BMW but also in other premium brands. If you are interested in a broader context of selecting used parts by OEM numbers, an article describing the methodology of searching and verifying components may be helpful – you can find it here: Audi five-cylinder engine – selecting used parts by OEM numbers.

Repair expansion – BMW protective and decorative trims

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cowl and window edge area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trims, check the available parts in the BMW protective and decorative trims category.