BMW 3 E93 Convertible Left Top Molding Roof Hinge Cover N/S Jerezschwarz A73

BMW 3 E93 Convertible Left Top Molding Roof Hinge Cover N/S Jerezschwarz A73 is an original body component designed for the 3 Series E93 convertible. This part provides an aesthetic and functional finish to the folding roof mechanism on the left side, ensuring a cohesive look and solid coverage for the hinge. Thanks to its factory Jerezschwarz Metallic paint, it fits perfectly into the styling lines of M-package and sport versions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7184047-JEREZ
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7184047
• Substitutable numbers: 54377184047, 7184047, 1037157, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Jerezschwarz Metallic - A73
• Offset (ET):
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The described roof hinge cover is dedicated to the BMW 3 Series E93 Convertible model and is mounted on the left side of the vehicle. Its purpose is to cover the folding roof hinge mechanism, which improves the visual consistency of the bodywork and reduces the exposure of moving parts to dirt. Precise fitment to the body lines facilitates installation and helps maintain factory gap geometry.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in Jerezschwarz Metallic – A73, a color characteristic of select BMW versions. The metallic black provides an elegant, dynamic look and harmonizes well with other body panels in this shade. For vehicles already painted in A73, the cover typically allows for avoiding a full painting process, which reduces repair time and costs.

Installation characteristics

The roof hinge cover is designed as a factory part, ensuring it retains the correct mounting points and a shape consistent with the original construction of the E93 convertible roof. Its placement on the left side of the vehicle makes it easy to identify the correct component when replacing a damaged molding or completing missing parts after body and paint repairs.

Condition and use in repairs

The part is sourced from dismantling, making it an attractive solution for accident repairs, restorations, or completing the bodywork after a roof replacement. Using an original aftermarket component allows for maintaining factory fitment and the characteristic look of the convertible, while reducing costs compared to new parts.

Integration with other BMW body components

The cover works in conjunction with the folding roof structure, side body panels, and seals in the upper edge area. A properly selected component helps maintain the aesthetics of the side line and the orderly flow of edges between the roof and the rear of the body. This is particularly important in a convertible, where finishing details are clearly visible both when the roof is closed and open.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the folding roof area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, grilles, or additional moldings near the roof mechanism, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Technical knowledge and part selection

When selecting body components for sports and performance cars, it is worth knowing the structural differences between individual model versions. It may be helpful to review material comparing technical solutions in high-performance cars – more information can be found in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which discusses, among other things, manufacturers' approaches to designing key components.