BMW F46 Rear Door Upper Chrome Strip Trim Gasket Seal Chrome Right O/S 7326166

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F46 Rear Door Upper Chrome Strip Trim Gasket Seal is a precision body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear right side of the vehicle. Thanks to its elegant Chrome finish, it enhances the aesthetics of the car's side profile while supporting proper sealing and fitment of the door.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7326166
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7326166
• Substitutable numbers: 7326166, 51337326166
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The described chrome strip with gasket is designed for the rear right section of the BMW F46 series body, in the area of the upper door edge. Its task is to provide an aesthetic finish to the glazed part of the door and support the proper guidance and sealing of the window. Its placement on the vehicle in the rear right body zone allows for maintaining a consistent stylistic line with other strips and seals on the car.

Finish and fitment

The chrome surface in a Chrome shade gives the side of the body a more orderly and cohesive look, especially when paired with factory BMW decorative elements. The component is prepared as part of the original door assembly, which facilitates proper fitment with the window frame and other components within the door area.

Thanks to the design intended for the specific F46 body model, the strip with gasket allows for maintaining the factory geometry of the door edge, which is important both for appearance and for reducing unwanted wind noise while driving.

Performance characteristics

The component comes from the BMW brand, which means it was designed to maintain the manufacturer's standards regarding fitment and compatibility with the door structure. As a part from the Doors and door panels group, it works with the window, door frame, and other seals, influencing acoustic and visual comfort in daily vehicle use.

The used condition allows for an economical replacement of a damaged or worn strip while maintaining the original assembly specification. This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs or restoring a consistent look to the side of the body after local damage.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The BMW F46 Rear Door Upper Chrome Strip Trim Gasket Seal will work well both for standard replacement of a worn element and for bodywork and painting tasks where restoring the factory look of the door is required. It can be used in:

• repairs after collisions in the rear right body area,
• renovation of the side window line and decorative strips,
• replacing missing elements after door or window disassembly.

Choosing an original BMW component reduces the risk of assembly problems and minimizes the need for additional modifications within the door area.

Expansion of the offer within BMW doors

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

Technical support and knowledge about BMW parts

When planning broader service work on BMW cars, especially in the 3 and 5 series models, knowledge about using proven components from disassembly, also in the area of electronics and comfort systems, can be helpful. Additional information on this topic can be found in the article Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 series models, which discusses a practical approach to selecting used parts.

Summary

The BMW F46 Rear Door Upper Chrome Strip Trim Gasket Seal is a functional body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation in the rear right part of the vehicle. It allows for restoring a consistent look to the side window line, supports proper door sealing, and constitutes a beneficial solution for repairs and body renovations in BMW cars.