BMW X3 F25 Windscreen Drip Moulding Strip Front Right O/S Melbourne Red - A75

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW X3 F25 Windscreen Drip Moulding Strip Front Right O/S Melbourne Red is an original body component designed for precise installation on the passenger side. Thanks to its factory profile and perfect fit to the body lines, it ensures effective water drainage from the windscreen and provides an aesthetic finish to the glass edge. Using an OEM component allows you to maintain a consistent body appearance and the correct geometry of the vehicle's front end.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7286180-MRT
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7286180
• Substitutable numbers: 51317286180, 7286180, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Window Trim
• Color: Melbourne Red Metallic - A75
• Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The presented drip moulding strip is designed specifically for the BMW X3 F25 model and is mounted on the front right side of the vehicle. Its task is to provide directional water drainage from the windscreen surface and protect the glass edge and adjacent body elements from excessive dirt and moisture. A properly selected strip reduces the risk of water ingress into the cowl area and seals, which promotes stable operation of the wiper system and improves driving comfort in rainy conditions.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in the factory color Melbourne Red Metallic A75, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. This allows the strip to blend harmoniously with the lines of the hood, pillars, and window frame without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle's body color code matches. The original metallic finish ensures consistency in shade and paint texture with the rest of the body panels, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs or replacing individual body parts.

Benefits of using an original BMW strip

Using an original drip moulding strip for the BMW X3 F25 offers a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining the factory geometry of the vehicle's front and proper fitment with the glass and adjacent panels,
• stable mounting thanks to a design matched to the body's mounting points,
• reduction of air and water turbulence in the lower windscreen area,
• aesthetic finish of the cowl area without visible gaps or misalignments.

A used OEM component is a solution that allows you to combine factory-quality fitment with a more cost-effective repair compared to new parts, while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Application in body repairs

The right-side windscreen drip moulding strip is suitable for both local post-collision repairs and windscreen replacements, where it is necessary to restore the full set of trim elements. A properly selected part from the Window seals and strips group helps restore the tightness and aesthetics of the vehicle's front without interfering with the body structure. Installing an original strip allows you to avoid fitment issues that often occur with cheaper replacements featuring simplified geometry.

Repair expansion and selection of related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the window area and adjacent body edges in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional strips, seals, or masking profiles, check out the available parts in the BMW window seals and strips category.

If you want to better plan your purchases and complete a larger set of original used parts for your car repair, it is worth checking out our guide on the One-Stop-Shop purchasing strategy – you will find practical tips in the article Comprehensive supply: how to complete used car parts in one place.