BMW F16 F86 Front Windscreen Drip Moulding Trim Right O/S Black Sapphire - 475

BMW F16 F86 Front Windscreen Drip Moulding Trim Right O/S Black Sapphire in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component designed for precise installation on the right side. As part of the Protective and decorative trims group, it provides an aesthetic finish to the windscreen edge and ensures controlled water drainage from the front area of the vehicle body.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7371706-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7371706
• Substitutable numbers: 7371706, 51317371706, 7292408, 51317292408, 8063372, 51318063372, 7371702, 51317371702, 7371696, 51317371696, 7987684, 51317987684, 7371704, 51317371704, 7987908, 51317987908, 7371700, 51317371700, 8063370, 51318063370
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The described windscreen drip moulding is designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle, on the right side, along the lower edge of the windscreen. Its functions include:

• sealing the contact point between the glass and the bodywork in the cowl area,
• directing rainwater and meltwater away from critical body points,
• protecting the glass edge and paintwork from minor mechanical damage,
• aesthetically closing the body line in the upper part of the engine bay.

Thanks to its factory fitment for the specific BMW X6 F16 and X6 M F86 generations, the trim maintains the correct geometry, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of stress around the windscreen.

Color and visual fit

The finish in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 allows for a seamless match with body paint in the same color, and it also complements dark exterior elements (window frames, seals, plastic covers). The metallic black provides a subtle, elegant look that does not distract from the body lines while emphasizing the character of the F16 and F86 models.

Benefits of using an original trim

Using an original windscreen drip moulding in the front windscreen area offers a number of practical benefits:

• Factory fitment – the geometry and length of the component are consistent with the body design, which facilitates installation and ensures proper adhesion.
• Stable water drainage – the profile of the trim is designed to direct water away from the seal area and critical sheet metal points.
• Visual consistency – the Black Sapphire Metallic color harmonizes with the original BMW paint palette, maintaining a uniform vehicle appearance.
• Protection of the glass edge – reducing the risk of chips and micro-cracks at the contact point between the glass and the bodywork.

Characteristics as a used component

The trim is offered as a used original BMW component, which means it comes from disassembly and retains the manufacturer's factory specifications. This type of component is a good choice for post-accident repairs, replacement after mechanical damage, or when restoring a vehicle to a near-factory condition while maintaining original body lines.

In the case of used body components, it is particularly important to pay attention to model compatibility and placement on the vehicle – here we are dealing with a trim designed for the front, on the right side, which allows for unambiguous determination of its installation application.

Selection and additional information

The element has a dedicated OEM part number and associated replacement numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific equipment version and vehicle year. When selecting, it is worth using the VIN and service documentation to ensure that the trim will work properly with the windscreen and other cowl components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cowl and front windscreen edge area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trims, check the available parts in the BMW protective and decorative trims category.

If you have doubts regarding the choice of a used component or want to learn more about the specifics of such parts, it is worth reading the guide Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know, which explains the most common concerns in an accessible way and shows the practical advantages of such a solution.