BMW E93 Roof Hinge Left Top Molding Cover N/S Convertible 1 Black Sapphire 475

BMW E93 Roof Hinge Left Top Molding Cover N/S Convertible 1 Black Sapphire is a precisely fitted body component designed for the BMW 3 Series E93 convertible. This used, original roof hinge cover molding for the left side in Black Sapphire Metallic allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct finish of the folding roof mechanism, restoring the consistent appearance of the side body section.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7184047-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7184047
• Substitutable numbers: 54377184047, 7184047, 7159177
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Hardtops, Roof Panels & Parts

Purpose and function of the component

The roof hinge cover molding in the BMW E93 is responsible for covering the folding roof mechanism on the left side of the vehicle. Its purpose is to:

• mask the hinge and moving parts of the roof structure,
• streamline the side profile of the convertible body,
• protect the mechanism from direct exposure to external factors in the mounting area,
• limit the ingress of dirt around the hinge area.

Thanks to its specific profile, the molding works in harmony with the folding roof geometry, ensuring stable seating and proper edge guidance during the mechanism's operation.

Fitment for BMW E93 and Black Sapphire Metallic color

The component was designed specifically for the BMW 3 Series E93 convertible, taking into account the characteristic roof structure and side body lines. The left-side placement means the molding is intended for one specific mounting point, which facilitates service and eliminates fitment issues.

The Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 color is a factory-applied BMW metallic paint, often used in trim levels with a more elegant character. Using a molding in this shade allows for visual consistency with the remaining body panels, which is particularly important during post-accident repairs or when replacing individual body parts.

Characteristics of the used component

The molding comes from dismantling, making it a cost-effective solution while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with the factory roof system. A used component of this type is a good choice when the priority is:

• maintaining the original look of the convertible roof zone,
• reducing repair costs while using OEM parts,
• easy installation in place of a damaged or missing molding.

The original construction ensures proper fitment with adjacent panels and correct interaction with the folding roof mechanism, without the need for modifying mounts.

Service application and installation

The left-side roof hinge cover molding is suitable for both post-accident repairs and the replacement of worn-out parts. In practice, it is used when, for example:

• the original molding is cracked, deformed, or has missing sections,
• damage has occurred within the roof hinge area and the cover needs replacement,
• the complete roof zone finish is missing after painting or bodywork.

Due to its dedicated placement on the vehicle, installation involves seating the molding into the factory mounting points, which, with a properly prepared body, allows for the quick restoration of the aesthetics and functionality of the roof area.

Repair expansion and selection of related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the convertible roof zone in your BMW and need other items from the same group, such as covers, seals, or additional moldings, check out the available parts in the Convertible roofs, cars and BMW parts category.

When working on the roof structure and body components, it is also worth ensuring the proper condition of the vehicle's steering system. To better understand the relationship between bodywork, suspension, and steering, the following article will be helpful: Steering system and power steering – how it works and what breaks?, which discusses operating principles, symptoms of failure, and examples of used parts.

If you want to reduce the vehicle's downtime in the workshop and learn how a wide selection of components from a single warehouse affects the pace of repairs, read the material: how a wide range of used parts from one warehouse reduces car downtime at the mechanic.