BMW E60 Empty Housing For Roof Antenna Shark Carbonschwarz Black

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BMW E60 Empty Housing For Roof Antenna Shark Carbonschwarz Black is an original body component designed for roof mounting, featuring the characteristic "shark fin" shape. Finished in Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416, this housing ensures paint consistency with the rest of the bodywork and aesthetically restores the vehicle's factory appearance. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore the full functionality of the roof antenna in their BMW in an organized manner.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0301273-CAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0301273
• Substitutable numbers: 84500301273, 0301273, 7898443
• Color: Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the antenna housing

The presented shark-style antenna housing has been designed for the BMW E60 model, where it serves as an external cover for the roof antenna module. Its task is to protect internal components from atmospheric conditions and provide a stable, aerodynamic shape that does not generate unnecessary noise while driving. Thanks to its fit to the roof line, the characteristic silhouette of the body is maintained, and the whole piece blends in with the factory design of the 5 Series.

Color and body fitment

The color Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 is a dark, metallic shade used in original BMW paints, which harmonizes well with the body lines and trim elements. Using this color for the antenna housing helps minimize visual differences between the roof and the cover itself, which is particularly important during repairs after mechanical damage or when replacing body panels. Combined with a properly prepared roof surface, a consistent visual effect can be achieved without the need for additional painting of the entire panel.

Integration with the body and the Doors and door panels category

Although the antenna housing is mounted on the roof, it functionally belongs to the group of body components, which also includes Doors and door panels. In practice, this means that during comprehensive body and paint work – including the replacement or renovation of side panels, doors, and the roof – it is worth treating the antenna housing as an integral part of the vehicle's outer shell. A consistent approach to these elements makes it easier to maintain a uniform paint structure, even gloss, and proper fitment of all body components.

Characteristics of the used part

The antenna housing is offered as a used part, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear. Such components are often chosen for repairs where maintaining the original geometry and factory mounting method is crucial. In many cases, a used body part fits into the existing paint structure better than a new replacement, which facilitates achieving a consistent visual effect at a reasonable cost level.

Application in the BMW body repair process

Replacing the antenna housing is particularly important after roof damage, bodywork interventions, or when it is necessary to restore the full functionality of radio and communication systems. A properly selected housing in Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 allows you to:

• restore the aesthetic appearance of the upper part of the body after body and paint repairs,
• maintain the characteristic, aerodynamic "shark fin" profile,
• reduce the need for additional painting of adjacent elements,
• maintain visual consistency with other BMW body panels.

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 external panels, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

For drivers interested in the wider use of used parts – both in the context of repairs and vehicle modifications – the material describing a practical approach to selecting second-hand components may be helpful. You can find more on the conscious use of such subassemblies in the article Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without losing quality.