BMW F45 Windscreen Drip Moulding Strip Cover Windshield Trim Left N/S 7301035

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F45 Windscreen Drip Moulding Strip Cover Windshield Trim Left N/S is a precisely fitted body component designed for installation on the left side of the windshield in BMW F45 series vehicles. The primed surface of the trim serves as a preparation for further paint finishing, which facilitates aesthetic integration with the bodywork and helps maintain a consistent factory appearance. This is a solution for users who expect stable windshield mounting, reduction of wind noise, and improved sealing in the windshield area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7301035
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7301035
• Substitutable numbers: 7301035, 51317301035
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The described moulding strip has been designed specifically for BMW F45 models, intended for the left side of the windshield. It is responsible for guiding the edge of the glass and sealing the contact point between the glass and the bodywork, which contributes to:

• limiting the ingress of water and contaminants into the cowl area,
• reducing wind noise at higher speeds,
• maintaining a stable position of the windshield relative to the body frame.

Thanks to the primed surface, the trim is ready for further finishing, allowing it to be color-matched to a specific vehicle.

Construction and preparation for painting

The priming of the trim surface means that the component is factory-prepared for the application of finishing layers, without the need for additional, time-consuming surface preparation. This facilitates the painter's work and allows for:

• a seamless transition between the windshield, the pillar, and the roof,
• an aesthetic edge finish without visible differences in structure,
• durable bonding of the paint coating to the substrate.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial during post-accident repairs or windshield replacement when maintaining the factory character of the bodywork is a priority.

Placement on the vehicle and fitment

The trim is designed for installation on the left side of the windshield, ensuring proper fitment to the geometry of the BMW F45 body. The appropriate profiling of the edges and mounting points allows for:

• correct alignment relative to the windshield and adjacent seals,
• maintaining the continuity of the body lines in the pillar and roof area,
• reducing stress in the windshield area during operation.

As an original BMW component from the window seals and trims group, the product is designed with compatibility with factory mounting solutions in mind.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered moulding strip comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part. Such parts are frequently chosen for repairs where maintaining original geometry and fitment to a specific model is important. In practice, this allows for:

• reducing repair costs while maintaining compliance with factory solutions,
• avoiding problems with matching characteristic embossments and shapes,
• maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance after windshield replacement or body repair.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface condition and prepare it for further painting work in accordance with workshop technology.

Support with selection and additional information

The component has assigned manufacturer markings and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates clear identification and selection for a specific version of the BMW F45. In case of doubt regarding fitment, it is worth comparing the shape and mounting method with the component currently installed in the vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the windshield area and adjacent body edges in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional seals, finishing trims, or masking edge profiles, check the available parts in the BMW window seals and trims category.

For drivers who are simultaneously working on improving driving comfort and eliminating unwanted noises from the suspension area, an article describing a practical approach to repairs using parts from dismantling may be helpful – more information can be found in the material on the causes of suspension knocking and methods of economical repair.