BMW 3 Series E46 Outside Door Handle Rear Left N/S Silbergrau Silver Grey A08

BMW 3 Series E46 Outside Door Handle Rear Left N/S Silbergrau Silver Grey A08 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation in the rear left section of the vehicle. Finished in Silbergrau Metallic - A08, this handle helps maintain color consistency of the bodywork and the factory look of the car, while ensuring the proper operation of the door opening mechanism.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7044841-SBG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7044841
• Substitutable numbers: 51217044841, 7044841, 51217111927, 7111927, 51218253453, 8253453
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Silbergrau Metallic - A08
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW E46

The presented handle has been designed specifically for the BMW E46 model and for installation on the rear left side of the body. The correct vehicle placement guarantees proper geometry, correct mechanism operation, and compatibility with the factory lock and door skin. As a result, this component can be used both for replacing a damaged handle and for post-accident repairs, where maintaining the original body line is crucial.

Color and body aesthetics

The handle is finished in Silbergrau Metallic - A08, which allows for an aesthetic match to the body paint in the same shade. The metallic coating provides a visually consistent effect with other body parts, reducing the need for additional painting or color matching. This is a practical solution when replacing a single component in the door area, where shade differences would be particularly noticeable.

Component characteristics and application

As a part from the Doors and door panels group, the handle is responsible for convenient and trouble-free opening of the door from the outside, while simultaneously serving as a visible part of the vehicle's exterior styling. The design intended for the rear left side of the body ensures:

• proper fitment with the door skin and seals,
• compatibility with the factory lock mechanism,
• preservation of the original line and character of the BMW body.

The component comes from the BMW brand, which supports maintaining factory quality and assembly standards and facilitates integration with other door components.

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing a used part

The handle is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing such a solution is particularly beneficial for body repairs, where both visual fitment and structural compliance with factory parts are important. A used handle can be a good choice in situations where the priority is to reduce costs while maintaining proper functionality and appearance.

BMW door group – expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or door frames, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

Additional inspiration for car personalization

If, in parallel with body repairs, you are thinking about refreshing the cabin and improving ergonomics, it is worth considering the use of used interior elements, such as seats or steering wheels, which allow for cost-effective tuning. You can find more practical tips in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which describes how to effectively use second-hand parts to improve the comfort and appearance of the vehicle.