BMW E91 LCI Shark Antenna Aerial Roof Housing Barberarot Barbera Red A39

BMW E91 LCI Shark Antenna Aerial Roof Housing Barberarot Barbera Red A39 is an original shark fin roof antenna housing designed for installation on the rear roof section of the 3 Series touring. The component in Barberarot Metallic - A39 color allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged or worn housing, maintaining a consistent body appearance and the factory character of the BMW vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6955557-BAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6955557
• Substitutable numbers: 6955557, 65206955557, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Barberarot Metallic - A39
• Category: Antennas

Purpose and function of the shark antenna housing

The presented housing belongs to the Car Antennas category and is dedicated to the rear body section of the BMW 3 Series touring model after the facelift. Its purpose is to cover the actual antenna module, ensure its stable positioning on the roof, and protect it from external factors such as moisture, UV radiation, or road debris.

The characteristic "shark fin" shape also helps to streamline airflow over the roof, which limits turbulence in the rear part of the vehicle and reduces the risk of unwanted aerodynamic noise in the vicinity of the antenna.

Construction, color, and body fitment

The housing is manufactured as a component tailored to the rear roof zone, with a precisely shaped base for the factory antenna socket. This allows for maintaining the correct position of the antenna module and a tight fit to the roof skin, which is important both for water protection and the stability of the entire assembly.

The Barberarot Metallic - A39 color is an original metallic red shade used by BMW, which allows for visually integrating the housing with the body paint of the same color. For vehicles with a different paint color, the element can be used as a base for repainting, providing a solid foundation for a new coating.

Condition, installation, and service application

The antenna housing is a pre-owned aftermarket part, meaning it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of wear typical for this type of component. At the same time, it retains full functionality in terms of protecting the antenna module and fitting the roof, making it suitable for use as a service part for accident repairs, mechanical damage, or replacement for aesthetic reasons.

The installation of the housing takes place in the rear part of the roof, at the location of the factory antenna opening. When correctly matched to the body model, it is possible to use existing mounting points, which facilitates workshop work and reduces the time required to restore the full functionality of the roof antenna.

Benefits of using an original BMW antenna housing

Using an original shark fin antenna housing in Barberarot Metallic offers several significant benefits:

• maintaining a consistent stylistic line of the roof and rear body section,
• secure fit to the factory antenna module and mounting hole,
• protection of electronic components against atmospheric factors,
• possibility of use as a base for repainting in a different color.

For users who care about maintaining the original look of their BMW and the proper operation of radio and telematics systems, such a housing represents a practical and technically sound solution.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear roof zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as antenna housings, antenna bases, or mounting elements, check the available parts in the BMW Car Antennas category.

Technical knowledge and additional materials

When working with electronic installations and comfort systems in the BMW 3 Series, it is worth using verified sources of information. In the context of selecting and operating used body elements and electronic components, an article describing the use of parts from dismantling in 3 and 5 Series models may be helpful – you can find more practical tips in the material on the long-term operation of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 Series.

If you are also interested in the topic of the quality of used components compared to cheap replacements, it is worth reading the article on the advantage of original used lighting elements over low-budget replacements, which shows how important it is to choose the right parts for the safety and durability of the entire vehicle.