BMW E88 Convertible Folding Top Compartment Lid Cover Alpinweiss White - 300

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E88 Convertible Folding Top Compartment Lid Cover Alpinweiss White - 300 is an original body component designed for the rear section of the 1 Series convertible, providing an aesthetic and functional cover for the roof mechanism. Thanks to its factory fitment to the BMW design, it guarantees a consistent vehicle appearance and correct body line alignment. The Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color allows for maintaining a uniform paint finish in the bright, elegant tone characteristic of many units of this series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7188729-AW1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7188729
• Substitutable numbers: 41007188729, 7188729
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The roof cover in the BMW E88 plays a key role in the rear section of the convertible's body, shielding the folding roof structure and the mechanical components responsible for its operation. A properly selected cover ensures:

• protection of the roof mechanism against external factors,
• stable guidance of the roof lining edges,
• consistent transition of body lines between the side panels and the rear of the vehicle.

Its placement in the rear body section makes this element significant both for the vehicle's appearance and for the correct closing and operation of the folding roof.

Color and paint matching

The presented cover is finished in Alpinweiss 3 - 300, which is a popular, bright white used as a factory standard in many BMW models. Using the original shade facilitates:

• maintaining a uniform color scheme for the entire body,
• reducing the scope of potential paintwork,
• precise visual matching to other body panels.

For users who care about the aesthetics of their convertible, this is a significant advantage, allowing for the maintenance of a consistent, factory look of the vehicle without the need for a full repaint of the rear body section.

Installation characteristics

The cover has been designed as a component dedicated to the BMW 1 Series E88 version, which translates into proper fitment with the rear body section and compatibility with factory mounting points. The appropriate geometry of the panel enables:

• correct adjustment of gaps between adjacent body elements,
• proper edge alignment relative to the trunk lid and side fenders,
• stable seating over the folding roof mechanism.

Such fitment reduces the need for additional modifications and allows focusing on precise adjustment after installation.

Condition and service application

The component comes from a used vehicle, which makes it an attractive solution for users looking for a factory component on a reasonable budget. In practice, such a cover will prove useful especially in situations of:

• post-accident repair of the rear section of the convertible,
• mechanical damage or corrosion of the existing cover,
• restoring the vehicle to its original specification after previous modifications.

Using an original body panel allows for preserving the characteristic line of the BMW E88 and facilitates further body and paint work.

Support in selection and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body section in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, panels, or additional lids, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

When selecting body elements and mechanical components, comparative materials regarding different classes of parts – original, replacement, and used – may also be helpful. To better assess the cost-effectiveness of the purchase and the fitment to a specific vehicle, it is worth reading the guide: Original, replacement, or used – which car parts are the most cost-effective?

For users interested in a broader context of sports modifications and structural differences between standard and sports versions, an interesting addition to your knowledge may be the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers design key body, drivetrain, and suspension elements in cars with higher dynamic potential.