BMW F45 Cover Window Frame Exterior Top Door Front Left N/S Chrome 7326143

The BMW F45 Front Left Door Upper Frame Exterior Trim Strip Chrome is a precisely fitted body part from the Doors and Door Sheet Metal group, designed for installation on the front left door. The chrome finish provides an aesthetic edge to the window frame while helping to maintain the cohesive look of the BMW F45 series body line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7326143
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7326143
• Substitutable numbers: 7326143, 51337326143
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW F45

The described trim strip is an exterior component of the upper door frame on the driver's side, specifically designed for BMW F45 models. Its placement in the front left door area ensures proper body line continuity and accurate alignment with the window and other door components.

Thanks to its genuine BMW origin, the trim strip retains the correct geometry, facilitating installation and minimizing the risk of leaks or unwanted vibrations around the door frame.

Construction and Finish Characteristics

The chrome-plated surface of the trim strip lends an elegant, signature BMW look to the door, while also complementing other decorative body elements. The applied Chrome finish accentuates the window line and enhances the visual proportions of the vehicle's side profile.

The component is designed as an exterior part, exposed to varying weather conditions. Therefore, its profile and mounting method are adapted for repeated door opening and closing, without the risk of rubbing against the window or seals.

Function within the Door and Body System

The upper door frame cover performs several important functions within the Doors and Door Sheet Metal system:

• stabilizes the driver's side window frame line,
• contributes to the aesthetics of the body's side profile through its chrome finish,
• supports the proper sealing of gaskets and adjacent components,
• limits the ingress of dirt and debris around the window edge.

A correctly chosen trim strip helps maintain a cohesive appearance of the entire door assembly, which is particularly important when replacing a single component after a collision or localized damage.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

This part is from the original BMW line and is offered as a used part, providing a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs or vehicle restoration where maintaining the car's original character at a reasonable cost is a priority. This type of component is suitable for both bodywork and paint repairs, as well as for localized replacement of a damaged trim strip without affecting other door parts.

By retaining its original specifications, the trim strip can be used as a direct replacement for the factory-fitted component, without the need for modifications to the door or window frame structure.

Expanding BMW Door Area Modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door area in your BMW and require other parts from the same group, such as covers, panels, or additional trim strips, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and Door Sheet Metal category.

For users interested in a broader perspective on the operation and cost-effectiveness of maintaining cars of this brand, an article comparing popular BMW diesel engines might be helpful – more information can be found in the material BMW N47 vs M57 / M57N / M57N2 – Ranking of Legendary Diesels, which discusses, among other things, the costs of used market parts.