BMW Z4 Series E85 Lateral Trim Panel Top Rear Right O/S Cover Grey 7055404

BMW Z4 Series E85 Lateral Trim Panel Top Rear Right O/S Cover Grey is an original body component designed for the rear passenger side area. This factory trim cover allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct finish of the upper body section, restoring a cohesive look and proper alignment of the seal edges.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7055404
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7055404
• Substitutable numbers: 51437055404, 7055404, PK
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Grey
• Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The described panel is part of the Window seals and trims group, responsible for covering and aesthetically sealing the rear right part of the BMW Z4 E85 series body. Its placement in the rear passenger side area ensures proper guidance of the body panel edges and stable support for adjacent seals and neighboring trims.

This component serves several key roles:

• organizes the side body line in the upper rear area,
• supports the correct positioning of adjacent seals and trims,
• reduces the formation of unwanted gaps between individual panels,
• improves the visual consistency of the right side of the vehicle.

Color and visual fit

The panel is finished in a neutral grey color, which blends well with typical BMW Z4 E85 interior and exterior configurations. This color facilitates integration with existing trim elements, minimizing visual differences between the newly installed panel and other components.

The grey shade is also advantageous for service applications – in many interior and exterior configurations, it allows for installation without the need for additional painting, which shortens repair time and simplifies the restoration process of the rear area.

Installation characteristics

The panel is designed as an original BMW component, which translates into a proper fit for the Z4 E85 body geometry on the rear right side. Properly shaped edges and mounting points allow for precise alignment with adjacent trims and moldings, without the need for any modifications to the vehicle structure.

Placement in the rear right part of the car requires maintaining the correct disassembly and assembly sequence of adjacent elements; however, using an original panel significantly reduces the risk of stress, squeaks, or looseness within the side trim area.

Condition and service application

The item is offered as a used part, making it a practical solution for accident repairs, replacing damaged trims, or restoring the completeness of the side trim in a BMW Z4 E85. Using an original panel allows for maintaining structural and visual consistency with other body components.

This solution is particularly beneficial in situations where the priority is a technically correct fit and maintaining the factory body line, while simultaneously optimizing repair costs.

Expanding the scope of service work

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side and window area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional trim strips, edge covers, or profiles working with window seals, check the available parts in the BMW window seals and trims category.

For users interested in a broader approach to vehicle maintenance – including selecting components by OEM numbers and proper diagnostics – the article discussing the principles of selection and operation of fuel system components may be helpful, available here: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

Summary

BMW Z4 Series E85 Lateral Trim Panel Top Rear Right O/S Cover Grey is a functional element from the Window seals and trims group, designed to restore the proper appearance and completeness of the right rear body section. Its original origin, fitment for the specific model, and neutral color make it a solid base for bodywork repairs and restoration of the side area in the BMW Z4 E85 series.