BMW 7 Series E65 Outer Weatherstrip Strip Rear Right O/S Door Glanzschwarz

BMW 7 Series E65 Outer Weatherstrip Strip Rear Right O/S Door Glanzschwarz is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear right side of the vehicle. The painted glanzschwarz finish allows for an aesthetic match to the factory BMW styling, while the precise craftsmanship ensures proper adhesion to the door skin. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, correcting minor damage, or restoring the consistent appearance of the side body line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8022208
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8022208
• Substitutable numbers: 51218022208, 8022208, 51218022428, 8022428
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The rear right door weatherstrip in the glanzschwarz version is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the door edge and protecting the sheet metal surface against minor mechanical damage. Its placement in the rear right part of the vehicle allows for precise fitting to the specific side of the body, which is essential for maintaining factory gaps and styling lines.

Thanks to the use of original mounting geometry, the strip works with the factory BMW door mounting points, which facilitates proper seating of the element without the need for modifications. The smooth, painted surface in the glanzschwarz shade allows for a consistent connection with other components of the side body section.

Benefits of using an original BMW door strip

Using an original door strip in the BMW E65 allows you to maintain compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications, which is important both visually and technically. The element has been designed specifically to work in the area of the rear right part of the body, ensuring:

• proper fit to the shape of the door and the side body line,
• stable mounting at the points provided by the manufacturer,
• consistent appearance with other strips and decorative elements,
• the ability to restore the factory character of the vehicle after body and paint repairs.

The used nature of the part allows for cost-effective repairs while maintaining the original quality of BMW craftsmanship. This is a particularly beneficial solution for local damage, where replacing the entire door is not necessary, and only the restoration of the exterior finish is required.

Condition, fitment, and installation

The strip comes from disassembly, which allows for combining reasonable costs with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. The element is intended for installation in the rear right part of the vehicle, which minimizes the risk of fitment issues and allows for efficient service work.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface and mounting points for compatibility with the door skin and to prepare the substrate in accordance with body and paint procedures. Proper seating of the strip affects the maintenance of even gaps, correct water drainage from the door surface, and reduction of the risk of corrosion in the edge area.

Application in body repairs and optical tuning

BMW 7 Series E65 Outer Weatherstrip Strip Rear Right O/S Door Glanzschwarz will work well both for standard post-accident repairs and for visual modifications aimed at refreshing the appearance of the side body section. The painted finish in a dark, glossy shade blends well with the factory BMW styling lines, allowing for the preservation of the vehicle's consistent character.

If you are considering a wider range of visual modifications using used body parts, it is worth checking out practical tips on selecting components – you will find them in the article The best used parts for tuning your car, which discusses the advantages of using original, used parts in tuning projects.

Expanding repairs within the BMW door area

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