BMW 3 E46 Coupe Right Roof Moulding Railing Gutter Rail O/S Black Sapphire 475

BMW 3 E46 Coupe Right Roof Moulding Railing Gutter Rail in Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component designed for the right side of the roof. It provides an aesthetic finish to the roof edge, assists in proper water drainage from the roof surface, and integrates harmoniously with the vehicle's side profile. This is a practical solution for users looking to restore a consistent body appearance following damage or removal of the factory moulding.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P-0001080-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0001080
• Substitutable numbers: 51130001080, 0001080, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The presented roof moulding is dedicated to the BMW 3 Series E46 Coupe model and is mounted on the right side of the vehicle. It is responsible for covering the roof edge and guiding rainwater along the gutter, which reduces water runoff over the side windows and pillars. A correctly selected moulding helps maintain the factory geometry of the roofline and visual consistency with other bodywork elements.

Color and visual fit

The component is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475, a shade characteristic of many BMW E46 units. As a result, the moulding blends well with body paint in this color, minimizing the need for additional painting during a standard replacement. The metallic black emphasizes the dynamic character of the coupe and allows for a uniform appearance of the side roof section.

Installation characteristics

The roof moulding is designed as a component tailored to a specific model and body type, which facilitates installation at factory mounting points. A correctly seated moulding:

• stabilizes the roof edge finish on the right side,
• ensures even adhesion to the roof skin and pillars,
• limits the ingress of debris into the gutter area.

Due to its fitment for a specific body version, it is worth verifying compatibility with your E46 Coupe model before installation to ensure proper alignment with the windows and doors.

Condition and practical application

The offered moulding comes from the secondary market, making it a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged body parts, or restoring the car to a factory-like condition. Using an original used component allows for maintaining the characteristic roofline of the BMW E46 Coupe and ensures fitment to factory mounting points, which is essential for the precise alignment of doors and side windows.

Integration with the body and body category

The roof moulding works in conjunction with elements from the Doors and door panels group, creating a visually and functionally cohesive area on the side of the body. Replacing this component is particularly important after body and paint work in the area of the roof, pillars, or doors, when it is necessary to re-align the side profile and restore the aesthetic finish of the roof edge.

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