BMW 5 Series E60 Empty Housing Roof Antenna Shark Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic

BMW 5 Series E60 Empty Housing Roof Antenna Shark Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic in Le Mans Blau Metallic – 381 is a practical body component that allows for an aesthetic finish to the roof while maintaining the vehicle's consistent styling line. This is an original, used housing, designed for installation in place of the factory roof antenna in the E60 model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0301273-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0301273
• Substitutable numbers: 84500301273, 0301273, EM
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the roof antenna housing

The presented "shark" roof antenna housing has been designed specifically for the BMW 5 Series E60 generation as a body component mounted on the vehicle's roof. Its purpose is to cover the actual antenna module and provide an aerodynamic, streamlined shape that fits well with the roof line.

The housing belongs to the group of body components associated with the Doors and door panels category, which facilitates selection during comprehensive bodywork and painting repairs.

Color and visual fit

The element is finished in the factory color Le Mans Blau Metallic – 381, characteristic of sport-styled BMW models. Thanks to this, the housing allows for maintaining paint consistency across the entire body surface without the need for additional color matching.

The metallic finish ensures uniform light reflection and blends well with both other elements painted in this color and contrasting details, such as moldings or seals.

Technical specifications and installation

The "shark fin" roof antenna housing is an exterior component intended for installation in the factory antenna opening on the roof of the BMW 5 Series E60. The design is intended to work with the original antenna module, which facilitates maintaining proper fitment and stable seating on the roof panel.

As a part sourced from dismantling, the housing is a cost-effective solution for accident repairs, replacing a damaged "fin," or restoring the car to a factory-like state after previous modifications. The used nature of the element allows for easier matching to the existing wear level of the paint on other body panels.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing a damaged or missing roof antenna housing in a BMW 5 Series E60 is significant for both aesthetic and functional reasons. A properly selected housing:

• protects the antenna module from weather conditions,
• reduces the risk of moisture ingress around the mounting hole,
• restores the original look of the roof line,
• facilitates subsequent painting and bodywork in the roof area.

For users who care about the visual consistency of the body, using an element in Le Mans Blau Metallic – 381 helps avoid visible shade differences typical of non-factory replacements.

Integration with other BMW body components

During work related to roof repair or replacing body components in a BMW 5 Series E60, the "shark fin" roof antenna housing is one of the details that influence the final visual effect. Combined with properly set door gaps, evenly painted panels, and correctly installed seals, it allows for a consistent, orderly look of the entire vehicle silhouette.

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

Technical support and part selection

When selecting body components for specific BMW 5 Series E60 equipment versions, it is worth using reliable technical sources and comparisons between different model generations. Additional information on structural differences and the importance of original components can be found in the article Classic Mini vs. modern MINI – how the construction has changed and which original Mini parts help preserve their character, which shows how important the proper selection of OEM elements is in the process of maintaining the consistency of the vehicle's design.