BMW 1 3 Series E82 E90 E92 Empty Housing For Roof Antenna Shark Sedona Red A79

The BMW 1 3 Series E82 E90 E92 Empty Housing For Roof Antenna Shark Sedona Red A79 in Sedonarot Metallic A79 is an original body component designed for roof mounting. This empty housing allows for the transfer or replacement of an existing antenna module while maintaining the factory look and color consistency.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0397539-SED
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0397539
• Substitutable numbers: 65200397539, 0397539, 9127012, KZ
• Color: Sedonarot Metallic - A79
• Category: Aerials

Application and vehicle function

The presented BMW roof antenna housing is designed for installation in 1 Series and 3 Series coupé and sedan models. As an empty housing (without electronics), it allows for the reuse of the existing antenna installation, which is beneficial for repairs following mechanical damage or roof paintwork.

The component serves as a cover for the actual antenna module, protecting it from weather conditions and mechanical damage. At the same time, it maintains the aerodynamic "shark fin" shape, which reduces air turbulence and blends well with the roofline.

Construction, color, and fitment

The housing is manufactured as a factory BMW component, ensuring proper fitment to the roof contours and compatibility with the factory mounting hole. Consequently, installation does not require any bodywork modifications or additional shaping.

The Sedonarot Metallic - A79 color is a distinctive metallic red shade used in the BMW range, allowing for consistency with the original body paint. For vehicles in this color, the housing does not require additional painting, which reduces repair time and costs. On vehicles of other colors, it can serve as an aesthetic contrasting styling accent.

Condition, installation, and service aspects

As an item from the Antennas category in used condition, the housing is intended primarily for service applications, such as replacing a damaged or cracked cover. The empty construction allows for the transfer of the original antenna module and seals, making it easy to maintain the factory functionality of the vehicle's radio and telematics systems.

Installation involves mechanically securing the housing to the roof and correctly positioning the seal to ensure a watertight connection with the bodywork. Thanks to the part's factory origin, correct dimensional tolerances are maintained, which promotes secure seating and reduces the risk of leaks.

Benefits of using the original housing

Using the original BMW "shark fin" roof antenna housing ensures:

• a consistent, factory look of the roof with no shade differences in the Sedonarot Metallic color,
• proper fitment to the contours and mounting hole,
• the ability to use existing antenna electronics,
• preservation of the aerodynamic body profile.

For users who care about aesthetics and the correctness of body repairs, this is a solution that allows for restoring the vehicle's original appearance without compromising on fitment.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the roof area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as antenna housings, antenna bases, or additional antenna modules, check the available parts in the BMW Antennas category.

For a better understanding of the connection between antenna systems and vehicle electronics as well as the fuel system, and the principles of selecting components by OEM numbers, the guide article Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration, which discusses practical aspects of diagnostics and part selection, may be helpful.