BMW 3 Series E46 Rear Right Door Green Side Window AS2 O/S 8196028

BMW 3 Series E46 Rear Right Door Green Side Window AS2 O/S is an original side window from the Car windows category, designed for installation in the rear right door of a BMW 3 Series E46 sedan. This used component ensures a factory-fit, maintaining the correct geometry, aesthetics, and performance parameters consistent with the vehicle's body construction.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8196028
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8196028
• Substitutable numbers: 51348196028, 8196028, AS
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Green
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and fitment for the BMW E46 Sedan

The presented window has been designed specifically for the rear right side of the BMW E46 sedan body, which guarantees proper seating in the door frame and compatibility with factory guides, seals, and the window regulator mechanism. As a result, installation is straightforward, without the need for modifications or forcing the part into place.

The precise edge profiling and the retention of the original glass thickness promote acoustic and water tightness, as well as the correct operation of the door lock and closing mechanism. This is particularly important when restoring or repairing the side body area in youngtimer-class cars, where both functionality and a consistent vehicle appearance are essential.

Glass characteristics and color

The window is made of AS2-type tempered automotive glass, which means it meets the required safety standards for side windows. In the event of damage, the glass shatters into small, relatively blunt fragments, reducing the risk of serious injury. This is a standard solution used by manufacturers in modern body designs.

The color of the glass is specified as green, which corresponds to the typical tint applied at the factory in many BMW E46 units. This shade helps reduce interior heating, improves driving comfort on sunny days, and maintains visual consistency with the other windows in the vehicle. At the same time, it is not an extreme tint, ensuring that visibility and the clarity of the mirrors remain at a high level.

Benefits of using an original used window

Choosing a used side window for a BMW E46 Sedan is a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining factory parameters. The original glass from dismantling:

• maintains consistency with the body line and factory design,
• ensures proper fitment with seals and decorative trim,
• reduces the risk of wind noise issues at higher speeds,
• allows for a uniform color scheme of the glazing throughout the entire car.

For owners of well-maintained E46 models who want to restore the vehicle to its original state as much as possible, using an original window from the same model generation is often more desirable than installing a replacement part of uncertain specifications.

Application in the restoration and modernization of youngtimers

The BMW 3 Series E46 sedan is increasingly treated as a youngtimer, where attention to detail – including the condition of the side windows – has a real impact on the perception of the entire car. Replacing a damaged, scratched, or non-factory window with an original part allows you to improve aesthetics, driving comfort, and the vehicle's value on the secondary market.

If you are planning a wider range of work on your BMW from the 1998–2012 model years and want to better understand how to use used components in restoration, it is worth checking out the practical tips in the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years. You will find modernization scenarios, information on part compatibility, and answers to the most frequently asked questions related to used components.

Repair expansion – other BMW car windows

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side glazing area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as front door windows, rear side windows, or additional quarter glass, check out the available parts in the BMW car windows category.