BMW 3 Series E46 Outside Door Handle Rear Left N/S Titansilber Metallic - 354

BMW 3 Series E46 Outside Door Handle Rear Left N/S Titansilber Metallic is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation in the rear left section of the vehicle. Finished in Titansilber Metallic 354, this handle ensures a consistent look for the bodywork and proper door opening functionality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7044841-TS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7044841
• Substitutable numbers: 51217044841, 7044841, 51217111927, 7111927, 51218253453, 8253453, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Titansilber Metallic - 354
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and compatibility for BMW E46

The presented handle has been designed specifically for the BMW E46 body and is intended for installation on the rear left door. Thanks to its factory origin, it ensures a proper fit with the door skin, correct mechanism operation, and compatibility with original locks and linkages.

The component belongs to the Doors and door panels group, meaning it is an integral part of the external door structure, influencing both the ergonomics of use and the aesthetics of the side of the vehicle.

Titansilber Metallic 354 color and body aesthetics

The handle is finished in the Titansilber Metallic 354 shade, characteristic of many BMW E46 units. This makes it possible to maintain a consistent color line without the need for additional painting, or to keep painting work to a minimum if the paint on the car is in a similar condition.

The factory color also facilitates matching the component during partial repairs of the side body zone, e.g., after parking damage or door replacement. It is a practical solution for body and paint shops as well as users who care about maintaining the original appearance of the car.

Technical and functional characteristics

The handle is designed for installation in the rear left part of the vehicle, which is important both in terms of mounting construction and the geometry interacting with the lock mechanism. The proper shaping of the handle ensures a comfortable grip and smooth door opening, consistent with BMW's factory ergonomics.

As a body group component, the handle works with the internal opening mechanism, linkages, and the lock, which is why its proper fit is essential for the reliable operation of the entire door system.

Product condition and service application

The offered handle is a used component, which makes it a reasonable choice for post-accident repairs, visual corrections, or restoring door functionality in older BMW E46 units. This type of part allows for reduced service costs while maintaining the original construction and proper fit to the body.

This solution will work well both in professional workshops specializing in the BMW brand and for users independently collecting parts for vehicle repair or restoration.

Expanding BMW door zone repairs

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

Technical knowledge and part selection

When selecting body components for premium segment cars such as BMW, it is worth relying on proven sources and reliable technical data. To compare the nature of construction and solutions used in other sports and performance brands, comparative material may be helpful – you can find more information in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which discusses the differences in construction and components in high-performance cars.