BMW F46 Side Window Quarter Rear Left N/S Tinted Glass AS3 Aluminium 7398757

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. BMW F46 Side Window Quarter Rear Left N/S Tinted Glass AS3 Aluminium is an original body component designed for installation in the rear section on the driver's side. Thanks to its factory tinting and solid aluminium finish, it ensures a consistent look with the other windows and provides comfort in accordance with BMW standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7398757
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7398757
• Substitutable numbers: 7398757, 51377398757
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and fitment

The presented glass is a side rear quarter window designed for the left side of the rear body section in the BMW F46 model. The component has been designed as part of the factory glazing, which translates into a proper fit to the bodywork, correct adhesion to the seals, and compatibility with original mounts. Its placement in the rear zone of the body means the glass is responsible for both illuminating the interior and maintaining the proper lateral structural rigidity. Replacing it with an original part from the same series allows you to maintain a uniform standard of safety and aesthetics throughout the vehicle.

Technical characteristics of the glass

The glass belongs to the Car windows group and is manufactured to the AS3 marking standard, which means a darker tint compared to front windows. This type of glass is used at the factory in the rear part of the vehicle to reduce interior heating, improve passenger comfort, and increase privacy. The aluminium structural part ensures stable seating of the glass in the body frame while maintaining the proper rigidity of the entire module. Using an original part from dismantling allows you to maintain the factory geometry and side body line, which is particularly important for the precise fitting of body components.

Benefits of using an original used glass

Choosing an original, used side window for the BMW F46 is a solution that combines cost control with the preservation of proper performance parameters. The dismantled component comes from the same production line as factory-fitted parts, which ensures that:

• the shape and bending radii of the glass are consistent with the bodywork,
• there is no need to adapt mounts or interfere with the bodywork,
• the tint line remains consistent with the other windows in the vehicle. For the user, this means the ability to restore full functionality of the side glazing while maintaining the original appearance of the vehicle.

Use in body repairs and renovations

This type of glass is particularly useful for post-collision repairs, replacing damaged side components, or comprehensive body restoration. Using an original module with an aluminium frame helps reduce the risk of leaks, rattles, or improper closing of adjacent elements. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side glazing zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as side door windows, rear side windows, or additional glazing modules, check the available parts in the BMW car windows category. More practical information on how to effectively use dismantled body components and what to pay attention to when selecting them can be found in the article Replacing body components with used ones – can dismantled body parts look like new?, which will help you better plan your BMW body repair.

Summary

BMW F46 Side Window Quarter Rear Left N/S Tinted Glass AS3 Aluminium is a functional, original glazing component designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle. It ensures visual consistency with the other windows, an appropriate level of tint, and stable seating in the bodywork. It is a sensible choice for repairs and renovations where maintaining the factory standard of workmanship and fitment characteristic of the BMW brand is a priority.