BMW 5 Series F11 Finisher Side Window Rear Left N/S Door High Gloss 7248803

BMW 5 Series F11 Finisher Side Window Rear Left N/S Door High Gloss is an original body component from the Shadow Line series, designed for installation on the rear left door. Thanks to its elegant, glossy glanzschwarz (high-gloss black) finish, it enhances the stylistic consistency of the side bodywork and restores the vehicle's factory appearance after repairs or a collision.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7248803
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7248803
• Substitutable numbers: 51377248803, 7248803, 51374874471, 4874471, Glanzschwarz, Shadow Line, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW 5 Series F11

The presented finisher is dedicated to the BMW 5 Series F11 model and is mounted on the rear left door in the side window area. The original mounting geometry ensures proper fitment with the door frame, seals, and other window line components, without the need for modifications or forced adjustments.

Thanks to its factory profile, the component works well with original seals, which reduces the risk of unwanted wind noise and improves the aesthetics of the contact point between the window and the door panel.

High Gloss Shadow Line finish

The finisher belongs to the Shadow Line styling package, characterized by a high-gloss black finish. Such elements are particularly valued by users who want to maintain a consistent, dynamic look of the side window line without contrasting bright accents.

The high-gloss surface blends well with tinted windows and other Shadow Line elements, creating a uniform, orderly optical line from the front to the rear doors. Replacing a damaged or faded finisher with an original part allows you to restore the attractive appearance of the bodywork without the need for painting.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered finisher is a used component, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear typical for aftermarket parts. This type of component is a good choice for post-accident repairs, where maintaining the original specification at a reasonable cost is important.

Compared to replacements, the original finisher from dismantling retains the correct shape, rigidity, and mounting method, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of fitment issues with the door and window.

Function in the door and body structure

The side window finisher performs several important functions within the door and body area:

• optically stabilizes the window line in the rear part of the vehicle,
• masks the structural edges of the door frame,
• supports the proper guidance of the window seal in the rear zone,
• enhances the overall aesthetics of the side bodywork within the Shadow Line package.

By maintaining the factory shape and finish, the finisher helps keep a consistent look for the entire set of components from the Doors and door panels group, which is particularly important for precise body and paint repairs.

Support for BMW door and body area upgrades

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as door panels, reinforcements, or additional finishers, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

Interior upgrade expansion

While working on the bodywork, many users also decide to improve cabin comfort. If you are considering replacing your seats with branded seats from dismantling, which can increase driving comfort and the car's value, it is worth checking out the tips in the article Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and car value.