Description
The BMW U06 Rear Left Side Window is an original AS2 glass designed for installation in the rear driver’s side door. This is a used item from the Automotive Glass category, offering a functional solution for replacing a damaged window in the BMW U06 body style.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 8498577
- Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 8498577
- Substitutable numbers: 8498577, 51358498577
- Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
- Category: Car Glass
Intended Use and Fitment for BMW U06
This window has been specifically designed as a component for the rear left door panel in BMW U06 models. Its placement in the rear driver’s side area ensures proper fitment with the factory door frame, guides, and seals, facilitating installation and minimizing the risk of leaks.
Original glass from the Automotive Glass category guarantees compatibility with factory mountings, the window lifting mechanism, and interior trim elements, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs or replacements after cracking.
AS2 Glass Characteristics
Glass designated with the AS2 rating meets light transmission and safety requirements for side windows, ensuring an appropriate level of clarity and driving comfort. This type of glass is designed to dissipate impact energy and reduce the risk of sharp edges in case of damage.
Selecting a window with the correct rating and intended use is crucial for passenger safety and compliance with homologation regulations applicable to BMW vehicles in the European market.
Item Condition and Service Application
The offered window is a used item, allowing for economical vehicle repair while maintaining the manufacturer’s original specifications. This type of component is particularly useful for:
- replacing a window after mechanical damage or vandalism,
- post-accident repairs of the rear body section,
- restoring the full functionality of the window lifting mechanism in the rear door.
Using original salvaged glass helps maintain the vehicle’s visual consistency and matches the shape and seating of other windows.
Benefits of Choosing Original BMW Glass
By choosing this side window for your BMW U06, you gain:
- factory fitment for the rear left door structure,
- preservation of glass parameters in line with manufacturer requirements,
- a service solution with a favorable cost-to-quality ratio due to the use of a pre-owned part.
This approach is particularly attractive for repairing vehicles several years old, where maintaining functionality and safety within a reasonable budget is a priority.
More BMW Glass – Expanding the Glazing Area
If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side glazing area in your BMW and require other parts from the same category, such as front side windows, rear side windows, or additional door windows, check the available parts in the BMW Automotive Glass category.
How to Wisely Purchase Used Automotive Glass
When selecting a used window, pay attention to its compatibility with the body model, installation side, and glass type. Proper fitment with existing seals and guides is also crucial to avoid issues with door closing or air noise during driving.
If you want to better plan your repair budget and understand when it’s worthwhile to opt for second-hand parts, the following guide will be helpful: Rising Repair Costs and the Boom in Used Parts – How to Save on Car Servicing?.
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