BMW E46 Convertible Rear Side Window Quarter Glass Green Left N/S AS2 8209423

BMW E46 Convertible Rear Side Window Quarter Glass Green Left N/S is a precisely profiled component from the Car windows category, designed for the rear left side of the BMW 3 Series E46 convertible body. This used glass is a functional solution for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged glazing, or restoring the tightness and aesthetics of the side body area. Thanks to its green tint, it ensures a consistent look with the other windows and provides optical comfort for passengers.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8209423-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8209423
• Substitutable numbers: 8209423, 51368209423
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Green
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and fitment for BMW E46 Convertible

The described rear quarter glass has been designed specifically for installation in the rear left part of the BMW E46 convertible, which guarantees proper fitment to the guides, seals, and window lifting/lowering mechanisms. The appropriate edge shape and factory geometry facilitate installation and allow for maintaining the correct side body line without the need for additional bodywork or carpentry modifications.

By maintaining the original glass specification, the window works with factory body components such as frames, seals, and mounts, which translates into stable seating and a reduction in unwanted vibrations while driving.

Glass characteristics and color

The element is made of laminated automotive glass with an AS2 marking class, which means it meets rigorous safety and light transmission requirements for side windows. The green tint of the glass improves driving comfort by reducing glare and partially limiting interior heating in intense sunlight, while maintaining good visibility and clarity of the surroundings.

The color is consistent with the typical factory shade used in BMW E46 convertibles, which allows for aesthetic matching to the vehicle's other windows without the effect of color differences between individual glazing elements.

Placement on the vehicle and functional role

The window is intended for installation in the rear left part of the body, in the side zone behind the doors, where it serves to complete the convertible's window line and seal the passenger compartment. A properly selected rear quarter glass is crucial for:

• maintaining tightness between the interior and the external environment,
• reducing wind noise at higher speeds,
• structural stability of the upper part of the side body zone,
• preserving the factory aerodynamics of the convertible's side line.

Proper seating of the glass also affects the correct operation of the roof folding and sealing mechanisms, which is particularly important in convertible constructions.

Condition, origin, and use in repairs

The offered glass comes from dismantling and has the status of a used original BMW component, which in practice means maintaining factory glass parameters at a more favorable cost compared to new sub-assemblies. This type of component is particularly recommended for:

• post-accident repairs in the rear left body area,
• replacing scratched, cracked, or leaking windows,
• restoration of older BMW E46 Convertible models, where the availability of new windows can be limited.

For owners of older models, choosing an original used window allows for maintaining the visual and technical consistency of the vehicle without the need to resort to cheap replacements with uncertain parameters.

Support in sourcing used parts

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If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side glazing zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as windshields, rear windows, or additional side glass panels, check the available parts in the BMW car windows category.