BMW F40 Rear Door Window Upper Frame Cover Strip Right O/S High Gloss 7473995

BMW F40 Rear Door Window Upper Frame Cover Strip Right O/S High Gloss is an original body component from the Claddings, decorative strips and trims group, designed for the rear right side of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the upper door edge and a stable seal between the window and the body, which contributes to the acoustic and visual comfort of the BMW F40 interior. Thanks to the high-gloss finish, the strip blends well with factory body decorative elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7473996
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7473996
• Substitutable numbers: 7473996, 51357473996
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the door window seal strip

The presented seal strip is dedicated to the rear right part of the BMW F40 body, where it serves both decorative and sealing functions. Its placement in the rear side zone means the component works in direct contact with the window and the door edge, limiting the ingress of water and dirt into the door interior and improving the cabin's acoustic insulation.

The high-gloss surface allows for consistency with the factory BMW styling while masking the junction between metal and glass, giving the side profile of the body a tidy, uniform look. This is particularly important during accident repairs or when replacing components after wear and tear.

Construction, finish and fitment for the BMW F40

The strip has been designed as a component structurally compatible with the factory mounting points on the rear right door. Its properly contoured shape adapts to the characteristic geometry of the BMW F40 body, which facilitates installation and allows for an even contact line along the entire length of the door.

The high-gloss finish emphasizes the car's side profile and harmonizes well with other decorative body components. As a result, after replacing the part, you can maintain a consistent look for the entire side zone, without visible differences in shade or surface texture.

Benefits of using an original BMW strip

Using the original door seal strip in a BMW F40 offers a number of practical benefits:

• precise fitment to the rear right part of the body without the need for modifications,
• stable sealing of the upper door edge and window,
• aesthetic finish of the side line thanks to the high-gloss surface,
• preservation of the vehicle's factory character after repair or component replacement.

For users who care about maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance and the proper functioning of door seals, choosing this component is a technically safe and predictable solution in terms of installation.

Condition, origin and service application

The component comes from the BMW brand range and is part of the Claddings, decorative strips and trims group, which means it was designed to work in the exterior body zone. It can be used both for body and paint repairs and for replacing worn or damaged strips during daily operation.

In workshop practice, this type of strip allows for restoring the correct fit of seals in the rear part of the vehicle and recreating the factory decorative line on the right side. This is important both from an aesthetic point of view and for protection against moisture within the door area.

Selecting decorative elements for BMW – additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW claddings, decorative strips and trims category.

For more extensive projects involving BMW, it is also worth using educational materials regarding component selection and compatibility verification. The Global Parts guide dedicated to the B58 unit and accessories may be helpful, available in the article BMW B58 code – checklist before buying a turbocharger and intercooler for BMW 3 Series (G20), which shows how to consciously approach the selection of parts on the secondary market and how to check fitment by VIN number.