BMW 3 Series E46 Saloon Rear Right O/S Door Outer Weatherstrip Chrome 8194760

BMW 3 Series E46 Saloon Rear Right O/S Door Outer Weatherstrip Chrome is an original body component designed for installation on the rear right side of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the window edge and ensures stable water drainage from the glass surface. Thanks to its chrome finish, it enhances the visual consistency of the side body line and emphasizes the car's character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8194760
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8194760
• Substitutable numbers: 51348194760, 8194760, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented weatherstrip is dedicated to the rear right door of the BMW 3 Series E46 saloon version. Mounted on the outer edge of the window, it is responsible for:

• sealing the contact point between the window and the door panel,
• limiting the ingress of water and contaminants,
• stable window guidance during opening and closing,
• aesthetic finishing of the window line with an elegant chrome accent.

A properly selected strip helps maintain adequate acoustic comfort inside the vehicle and reduces the risk of premature corrosion of the door edges.

Chrome finish and body fitment

The chrome color is characteristic of higher trim levels of the BMW E46 and harmoniously complements other decorative body elements. Using an original strip allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the entire side window line, without differences in shade or gloss.

The component is profiled for the specific shape of the rear right door, which translates into precise adhesion to the edge of the glass and the door panel. Such a fit facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of leaks.

Benefits of using an original strip

Using an original chrome weatherstrip in a BMW 3 Series E46 Saloon provides a number of practical benefits:

• Factory fitment – geometry consistent with the design of the rear right door, with no modifications required.
• Consistent appearance – maintaining a uniform line of chrome finishes on both sides of the vehicle.
• Protection against moisture – limiting water ingress into the door interior and around the window guides.
• Stable window operation – proper guidance of the glass in the upper door area.

This solution is particularly recommended when replacing a damaged, corroded, or deformed strip, as well as during body renovation work.

Condition and use in service and renovation

The component comes from disassembly and is intended for reinstallation in a vehicle that requires the replacement of the outer weatherstrip on the rear right door. This type of part will work well both in everyday car use and in body refreshing projects, where maintaining the original character of the BMW E46 is important.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard check of the condition of the door mounting surfaces and window guides to ensure proper adhesion of the strip and even pressure against the glass edge.

BMW configuration expansion and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as decorative strips, window seals, or additional door finishes, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For those interested in comparing standard solutions with high-performance versions and modified suspension, material discussing the differences in the construction of sports models may be useful – you will find them in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which allows for a better understanding of manufacturers' approaches to designing key components.

If you want to deepen your knowledge about specific solutions used in sports variants of BMW and the sense of using used components in modernization projects, it is worth reading the entry BMW M Performance: how do BMW M components differ from standard ones?, which practically discusses the differences in bodywork, suspension, brakes, and drivetrain.