BMW Z4 E86 Coupe Side Window Glass Glazing Rear Left N/S AS2 Green 3424479

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. BMW Z4 E86 Coupe Side Window Glass Glazing Rear Left N/S AS2 Green in green tint is an original body component from the Car Windows category, designed for precise installation on the driver's side. This used glass is a functional solution for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged glazing, or completing the bodywork of a Z4 Coupe model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3424479
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3424479
• Substitutable numbers: 3424479, 51373424479
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Part type: Rear Side Window
• Color: Green
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and fitment for the BMW Z4 E86 Coupe

The presented glass is designed as a side element mounted on the rear left side of the BMW Z4 Coupe (E86 generation) body. It meets the factory design requirements of this model, ensuring proper geometry, body lines, and compatibility with factory seals and mounts. Its placement in the rear section of the body on the driver's side ensures proper interior lighting and a consistent look for the car's side profile. Using an original glass allows for maintaining a uniform appearance of the glazing, which is essential both for bodywork repairs and careful vehicle restoration.

Technical characteristics of the glass

The glass is made of AS2 tempered automotive glass, used as standard in the side windows of passenger vehicles. This type of glass provides adequate resistance to operational stress and a controlled breakage pattern in the event of damage, which is important for user safety. The green tint of the glass acts as a filter, limiting the penetration of some solar radiation into the vehicle's interior. This improves driving comfort and makes the interior less prone to heating up and fading of upholstery elements. At the same time, the color is consistent with the factory BMW glazing style, which makes it easier to maintain a uniform look for the entire car.

Practical application and benefits of installation

Using an original side window in a BMW Z4 E86 Coupe allows you to:

• restore full functionality of the glazing after mechanical damage or a collision,
• maintain factory fitment to the body frame and seals,
• preserve consistent color and light transmission relative to the other windows,
• minimize the risk of leaks and unwanted wind noise while driving. A used component can be a rational choice for repairs where compliance with the original and cost control are important, while maintaining appropriate performance parameters.

Body zone and related components

Replacing the rear left side window involves work within the side body area, including the window frame, seals, and mounting elements. In practice, this is often combined with checking the condition of adjacent components, such as trim strips or interior upholstery elements, to ensure proper seating of the glass and an aesthetic interior finish. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side glazing zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional side windows, door windows, or other body glazing, check the available parts in the BMW Car Windows category.

Technical knowledge and competence development

When working with body elements and glass, it is worth expanding your knowledge about the construction of modern cars, the differences between model generations, and the impact of applied solutions on operation. A good supplement to knowledge about parts and upgrades can be reading the article Hot-hatch legend: the evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 – design changes and VW car parts, which shows how design changes in a popular model translate into the selection of components and modification possibilities.