BMW X3 E83 Roof Aerial Casing Shark Fin Antenna Mysticblau Mystic Blue A07

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

BMW X3 E83 Roof Aerial Casing Shark Fin Antenna Mysticblau Mystic Blue A07 is an original roof antenna casing designed for mounting on the rear part of the vehicle body. The component in the distinctive Mysticblau Metallic - A07 color allows for maintaining a consistent body appearance while restoring the full functionality of the factory antenna. It is a practical solution for users who want to aesthetically restore the rear section of the roof without interfering with the vehicle's structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2147431-MYS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2147431
• Substitutable numbers: 65202147431, 2147431, 65200303335, 0303335, 3411455, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Mysticblau Metallic - A07
• Category: Antennas

Purpose and fitment for BMW X3 E83

The "shark fin" style casing has been designed specifically for the BMW X3 E83 model, ensuring it maintains the factory roof lines and correct seating in the rear part of the vehicle. The construction intended for mounting in the rear body area allows for seamless use of existing mounting points, which limits the need for additional bodywork or painting.

Such fitment is particularly important for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged casing, or restoring the car's original appearance after unprofessional modifications. Maintaining the correct shape and position of the antenna casing also affects the stability of radio and communication systems that use the roof antenna.

Mysticblau Metallic - A07 color and body aesthetics

The finish in the Mysticblau Metallic - A07 shade allows for a consistent match of the casing to the body paint in the same color, which is especially important when restoring units maintained in their original specification. The metallic coating highlights the roof line and blends well with the characteristic silhouette of the BMW X3 E83, improving the visual perception of the rear part of the vehicle.

For owners who care about color details, this is a beneficial solution because it eliminates the need for additional painting or color matching. The casing helps restore visual consistency to the roof, which is significant both for daily use and in the context of maintaining the car's value on the secondary market.

Characteristics of the used component

As an item from the Car Antennas category, the casing serves a protective function for the actual antenna module, securing it against weather conditions and dirt. The used nature of the part means it comes from disassembly, which allows for maintaining the original geometry and fitment typical of factory BMW components.

Choosing a used antenna casing is a reasonable option for budget repairs and restoration projects where the priority is to preserve original design solutions. This allows for cost reduction while maintaining compliance with the vehicle's factory specification.

Application in the restoration and modernization of youngtimers

The BMW X3 E83 is increasingly treated as an attractive SUV-class youngtimer, which is why the proper selection of body elements is important for long-term restoration. The "shark fin" antenna casing helps recreate the original look of the roof, which is essential for comprehensive car refreshing projects from model years that are starting to gain collector value.

If you want to better plan the modernization of your car from this period and utilize the potential of parts from disassembly, it is worth checking out the practical tips included in the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years, where scenarios for refreshing BMW models using original used components are described.

Expanding the roof zone in BMW – other car antennas

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the roof zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional antenna casings, antenna bases, or mounting elements, check the available parts in the BMW Car Antennas category.

Summary of installation benefits

BMW X3 E83 Roof Aerial Casing Shark Fin Antenna Mysticblau Mystic Blue A07 is a practical choice for users who want to restore the original look of the rear roof section and simultaneously ensure proper protection for the antenna module. The perfect fit for the X3 E83 model, mounting designed for the rear body zone, and the factory Mysticblau Metallic color make this component a great fit for repair and restoration projects.

By using an original casing from disassembly, one can combine cost control with the preservation of proper geometry and aesthetics, which is important both for daily users and for those treating the BMW X3 E83 as a prospective youngtimer.