BMW 1 3 Series F20 F21 F31 F34 Empty Housing For Roof Antenna Black Sapphire

The BMW 1 3 Series F20 F21 F31 F34 Empty Housing For Roof Antenna in Black Sapphire Metallic is a practical body component designed for F20, F21, F31, and F34 models. This is an empty, external roof antenna housing that allows for the aesthetic replacement of a damaged "shark fin" without interfering with the electrical installation. Thanks to the factory Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 paint finish, you maintain a consistent look for the roof and the entire body line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2218150-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2218150
• Substitutable numbers: 65202218150, 2218150, 9227776, PK
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Application and compatibility

The presented empty roof antenna housing is designed for BMW 1 Series F20/F21 and BMW 3 Series F31/F34 vehicles, which are factory-equipped with a "shark fin" on the roof. The element serves as an external antenna cover, allowing for the replacement of a damaged, cracked, or faded housing while retaining the original antenna module inside.

Thanks to a design consistent with the factory solution, the housing allows for proper fitment to the roof contours and correct sealing at the mounting point, which is important for both moisture protection and the stability of the entire antenna assembly.

Color and body aesthetics

The housing is finished in the original Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 color, characteristic of many BMW paint configurations. The metallic black ensures consistency with the factory body paint, reducing the need for additional painting after installation.

Replacing the roof antenna housing alone allows you to:

• restore the uniform appearance of the roof after mechanical damage or hail,
• avoid color contrasts typical of unpainted replacements,
• maintain the visual continuity of the roof line and the rear of the vehicle.

Design characteristics

This is an empty roof antenna housing, which means the element does not contain an internal antenna module or electronics – it serves solely as an external cover. This solution is beneficial when the factory antenna electronics are functional and only the external part exposed to weather conditions has been damaged.

The design of the housing is adapted to the standard mounting point on the roof, which facilitates installation and allows for the use of existing mounting and sealing elements. This minimizes the scope of service work, focusing on replacing the shell itself.

Condition and benefits of choosing used OEM parts

The item comes from the group of original BMW parts and is offered as a used part. In practice, this means maintaining factory geometry, proper fitment with the roof, and compliance with the stylistic line of a given model year and body version. A used roof antenna housing is a cost-effective solution that also allows you to maintain the original character of the vehicle.

Choosing such a part is particularly sensible for post-accident repairs, minor body corrections, or restoring a car to a near-factory state without the need to invest in a complete, new antenna assembly.

Completing the roof area in a BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the roof area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as roof moldings, plugs, or additional covers, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Technical knowledge and part selection

When working with bodywork, antennas, and roof equipment, it is worth knowing the design differences between individual model lines and equipment versions. To compare the nature of technical solutions in premium cars, you can read an article discussing the differences in powertrains and chassis – you can find it here: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.

If you are interested in how the use of used OEM elements affects the car's downtime in the service and repair costs, the following guide may also be helpful: Availability of car parts off-the-shelf vs repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten the stay in the workshop?.

Summary

The BMW 1 3 Series F20 F21 F31 F34 Empty Housing For Roof Antenna in Black Sapphire Metallic is a practical solution for users of F20, F21, F31, and F34 models who want to aesthetically renew the roof area without replacing the entire antenna module. The empty housing design allows for the use of functional factory electronics, and the original metallic paint makes it easy to maintain a consistent body appearance and limits the scope of additional painting work.