BMW 3 Series E46 Coupe Front Left Door N/S Side Window Glass Green AS2 8204177

BMW 3 Series E46 Coupe Front Left Door N/S Side Window Glass Green AS2 is a factory-original component from the Car windows category, designed for installation in the front left door. This used glass with a green tint ensures a consistent look with the rest of the vehicle's glazing and maintains the proper performance parameters for this model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8204177
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8204177
• Substitutable numbers: 51328204177, 8204177
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Green
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and fitment for BMW E46

The presented glass has been designed specifically for installation in the front left door of the BMW E46 series. The correct placement on the vehicle – front, left side – guarantees proper guidance in the tracks, correct operation with the window lifting mechanism, and a tight seal within the door frame.

Using an original glass from the Car windows category allows for maintaining the factory body geometry, which is important both for driving comfort and for reducing noise and ensuring proper water drainage from the glass surface.

Glass characteristics and color

The glass features a green tint, typical for factory BMW glazing, which ensures visual consistency with the other windows in the vehicle. This type of tinting limits the penetration of solar radiation, improving thermal comfort inside the cabin and reducing glare.

The AS2 marking class indicates the use of the appropriate type of automotive glass, adapted for use in side doors – while maintaining the required safety and transparency standards. As a result, the glass ensures clear visibility in the mirrors and good visibility in city traffic and on the road.

Practical application and benefits of installation

Installing a side window in the front left door of a BMW E46 is particularly important after mechanical damage, break-ins, or corrosion of the guide elements. Replacing it with an original part from the same group allows you to:

• restore full functionality of the window lifting and lowering mechanism,
• maintain proper interior sealing against water and wind,
• keep a uniform color scheme of the vehicle's glazing,
• reduce the risk of improper fitment characteristic of low-quality replacements.

A used component is a sensible choice for drivers who want to keep their car in good technical condition while controlling repair costs.

Used condition and informed parts selection

The glass is in the used parts category, which allows for significantly lowering repair costs compared to new components. With proper selection and installation, it retains full functionality in daily use, making it a practical solution for post-accident or restoration repairs.

If you want to better understand how to safely and sensibly choose second-hand parts, it is worth checking out our guide: Used parts – Your guide to the best offers in the automotive store. You will find tips there on how to assess the condition of components and optimally plan your repair budget.

Expanding the scope of work within BMW windows

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

Summary

BMW 3 Series E46 Coupe Front Left Door N/S Side Window Glass Green AS2 is a practical solution for owners who want to restore the full functionality and aesthetics of the front left door after glass damage. Proper fitment to the body, green tint, and belonging to the Car windows category ensure that the component fits well into the factory specifications of the E46 model and allows for a technically correct repair without unnecessary compromises.