BMW 1 Series E81 E87 Boot Trunk Lid Rear Window Tinted Glass AS3

BMW 1 Series E81 E87 Boot Trunk Lid Rear Window Tinted Glass AS3 is an original component from the Car windows category, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle body. The glass is a structural part of the boot lid, ensuring proper rear visibility as well as the correct rigidity and tightness of the body. Thanks to the AS3 specification, this is a solution tailored to the safety and comfort requirements of the BMW 1 Series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7115301
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7115301
• Substitutable numbers: 51317115301, 7115301, 51317180802, 7180802
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The described rear window is designed for installation in the boot lid area, in the rear part of the BMW E81/E87 series body. As a structural element, it is responsible for:

• maintaining proper rear visibility for the driver,
• contributing to the rigidity of the boot lid,
• maintaining the tightness of the body against water and contaminants,
• proper cooperation with factory seals and fittings.

By maintaining the factory geometry, the glass allows for precise fitting with the boot lid and other body elements, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of leaks.

Technical characteristics of the AS3 glass

The glass marked with the AS3 class belongs to a group of windows with specific light transmission and mechanical resistance parameters, in accordance with the requirements used in the automotive industry. In practice, this means:

• controlled light transmission, adapted for use in the rear part of the vehicle,
• adequate resistance to operational loads,
• the ability to work with factory boot lid mounting elements.

As an item from the Car windows category, the product is prepared to work in variable weather conditions, while maintaining dimensional stability and adequate resistance to stresses resulting from bodywork operation.

Condition, origin, and advantages of using a used part

The presented boot lid glass is a used part, sourced from the dismantling of a BMW vehicle. Using an original component from the secondary market allows for:

• maintaining factory fitment to the boot lid and seals,
• preserving consistency with the body line and model styling,
• optimizing repair costs compared to new replacements.

For owners of cars from model years qualifying as youngtimers of the BMW 1 Series, a used rear window is a reasonable solution for post-accident repairs, replacement after breakage, or body renovation.

Installation tips and practical application

The boot lid rear window should be installed using appropriate sealing materials and in accordance with procedures used in glass replacement services. In practice, it is worth paying attention to:

• thorough cleaning of the lid surface before installation,
• checking the condition of seals and mounting elements,
• correct positioning of the glass relative to the body edges to avoid stress.

A properly installed rear window restores the full functionality of the boot lid, ensuring comfort of use and an aesthetic appearance of the rear part of the vehicle.

Compatibility with youngtimers and cost optimization

For users of older generations of the BMW 1 Series who are planning to refresh the bodywork or repair damage, using an original, used rear window is a way to maintain the stylistic and technical consistency of the vehicle at reasonable costs. In the context of renovating cars from the turn of the 2000s, the selection of the right glass is important for both safety and the value of the vehicle.

If you want to better plan the modernization of your BMW from the 1998–2012 model years and utilize the potential of parts from the secondary market, check out the guide: The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years.

Expanding repairs within BMW windows

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