Roof Antenna Shark BMW E82 E90 E92 Empty Housing Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22

The BMW E82 E90 E92 Shark Fin Roof Antenna Housing in Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 is a practical body part that aesthetically complements the roofline and restores a cohesive look to the car after replacement or repair. This empty roof antenna housing is designed for installation in place of the factory component, ensuring an original-like shape and fit to the roof contours.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0397539-SG1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0397539
• Substitutable numbers: 6942239, 65200397539, 0397539, 6949859, 6942242, EM
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function of the Roof Antenna Housing

The Roof Antenna Shark BMW E82 E90 E92 Empty Housing Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 is an empty "shark fin" type roof antenna housing used in BMW 1 Series and 3 Series E generation models. The part functions as an external cover for the antenna module, protecting it from the elements and giving the roof a distinctive, dynamic profile consistent with the factory body design.

As a body part from the Doors and Door Panels category, the housing contributes to the visual continuity of the car's surface – particularly important for accident repairs, paint corrections, or completing missing parts after equipment removal.

Color and Paint Matching

The housing is finished in the factory color Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22, allowing for a seamless match with the bodywork in the same shade without the need for additional painting or with minimal correction. The metallic paint structure ensures an original-like light reflection effect, which is particularly noticeable on the roof surface.

This finish is beneficial for:

• precise restoration of the vehicle's appearance after body damage,
• replacing a missing or damaged antenna housing without affecting the entire roof surface,
• maintaining color consistency with other painted elements.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The shark fin roof antenna housing is an external component designed to work with the factory BMW antenna module. As an empty body, it does not contain electronics or an antenna element – its purpose is to cover and aesthetically finish the mounting location on the roof.

Key functional features:

• construction consistent with the factory shape used in BMW E82, E90, E92,
• profile adapted to the roof's curvature, facilitating correct placement of the part,
• can be used to replace a damaged or faded antenna housing.

By maintaining the original geometry, installation is similar to the factory process – after proper preparation of the mounting area and use of appropriate sealing materials, a watertight and stable connection to the roof panel can be achieved.

Item Condition and Application in Repairs

The product is offered as a used BMW body part, making it an attractive solution for cost-effective repairs or vehicle restoration while retaining original components. This type of housing is suitable for both body and paint repairs, as well as for completing missing parts after previous removal of roof equipment.

Choosing an original shark fin roof antenna housing allows for maintaining a consistent roofline appearance, avoiding ill-fitting aftermarket replacements, and limiting the scope of painting work, which is important for preserving the vehicle's value and the quality of the repair.

If you are completing or replacing other body parts related to the door panels and openings on your BMW and want to maintain visual and technical consistency, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and Door Panels category.

If you are also planning to refresh your car's appearance by restoring or replacing alloy wheels and want to better plan the styling work on your vehicle, use this practical guide: Used Wheels Like New – A Guide to Buying and Refurbishing Alloy Wheels.