Roof Antenna BMW F20 F21 F31 Empty Housing Aerial Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Roof Antenna BMW F20 F21 F31 Empty Housing Aerial Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X is an original, used "shark fin" roof antenna housing designed for installation at the rear of the roof. This component allows for an aesthetic and technically correct installation of the antenna module, maintaining the factory look of the BMW body. Thanks to its precise craftsmanship and Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X color, the housing blends perfectly with the roofline and other body elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2218150-SOR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2218150
• Substitutable numbers: 65202218150, 2218150, 9227776
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Platinsilber Metallic - C08
• Category: Antennas

Purpose and function of the roof antenna housing

The presented "shark fin" roof antenna housing has been designed specifically for selected BMW F-series models, ensuring a proper fit to the roof shape and appropriate mounting rigidity. Mounted at the rear of the vehicle, it is responsible for covering the actual antenna module, protecting it from atmospheric conditions and the impact of air turbulence while driving.

By maintaining the factory geometry, the housing supports the correct operation of radio and telematics systems, minimizing the risk of interference resulting from improper airflow around the antenna. This solution allows for maintaining a consistent, serial look of the body, which is particularly important during post-accident repairs or when replacing damaged body parts.

Color and visual fit

The housing is finished in Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X, which allows for an aesthetic match to bodies painted in a similar tone or for preparation for potential repainting in a different color. The metallic structure of the paint ensures consistency with the typical BMW factory finish, and the properly shaped surface facilitates any potential paint work.

The element retains the serial proportions and the characteristic "shark fin" line, so that after installation, the vehicle does not lose its original stylistic character. This is particularly important for users who want to restore the car to a state close to factory condition after mechanical damage or interference with the roof.

Installation at the rear of the vehicle

The housing is intended for installation in the rear zone of the roof, which corresponds to the factory location of the antenna in BMW F-series models. Such placement ensures favorable operating conditions for the antenna module and limits exposure to mechanical damage compared to elements mounted on the edges of the body.

With the correct selection of the element for a specific body version, the installation proceeds in an orderly manner – the housing works with factory mounting and sealing points. In practice, this means the possibility of carrying out repairs in a way similar to the manufacturer's service procedures, without the need for makeshift solutions.

Characteristics as a used OEM part

As a used BMW roof antenna housing, the element is a cost-effective solution for users looking for original components at a reasonable price. Maintaining the factory design and geometry translates into a correct fit with the roof and compatibility with the serial antenna module.

Choosing an original, used housing allows you to reduce the risk of installation problems typical of replacements with inaccurate geometry. This is a practical option for body and paint repairs, replacement after mechanical damage, or restoring the vehicle to a configuration with a "shark fin" roof antenna.

Expanding the BMW antenna system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the roof area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional housings, antenna bases, or compatible antenna modules, check the available parts in the BMW car antennas category.

For those who want to better understand how to select original used components for popular models, we recommend our guide article The best used car parts – a guide to the most frequently chosen original parts for popular car brands and models, which discusses practical criteria for selecting body and equipment elements.