BMW 5 Series E61 Empty Housing Exterior Cover Roof Antenna Shark Tiefseeblau

BMW 5 Series E61 Empty Housing Exterior Cover Roof Antenna Shark Tiefseeblau in Tiefseeblau Metallic A76 is an original body component designed for installation on the roof of the 5 Series E61 estate. This is an empty antenna housing, perfect as a replacement for a damaged or faded cover, allowing you to restore a consistent roof appearance without interfering with factory installations.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6929373-DSB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6929373
• Substitutable numbers: 65206929373, 6929373, 6944325, PK
• Color: Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76
• Category: Antennas

Purpose and function of the roof antenna housing

The presented housing belongs to the Car antennas category and serves as an external cover for the antenna module mounted on the roof of the BMW 5 Series E61. As an empty housing, it does not contain electronics or a base, allowing it to be used while retaining the existing antenna equipment in the vehicle.

This component is particularly useful for:

• replacing a cracked or mechanically damaged antenna cover,
• visual renovation of the roof after painting or bodywork repairs,
• restoring the original look of the car after unprofessional modifications.

Color and fitment for the BMW E61 body

The housing is factory-finished in the Tiefseeblau Metallic A76 shade, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. This makes it a cohesive stylistic element of the roof, without the need for additional painting if the vehicle matches the same color code.

The "shark fin" profile has been designed for the E61 body, ensuring proper adhesion to the roof surface and an aesthetic transition of the body lines. The housing construction allows for installation on the factory antenna opening, using the existing base and seal, provided they are in good technical condition.

Characteristics of the original BMW component

As a BMW brand part from the roof equipment group, the housing maintains the factory geometry and manufacturing standards typical of the manufacturer. This means:

• shape compatibility with the original antenna module used in the 5 Series E61,
• designated space for routing cables and mounting the internal antenna insert,
• a surface prepared for outdoor conditions (exposure to UV radiation, temperature changes, precipitation).

The product is offered as a used item, which allows for an economical replacement of the housing while maintaining the original character of the vehicle.

Application in the renovation and modernization of the BMW 5 Series E61

Replacing the "shark" roof antenna housing is a common step in the body renovation of youngtimers from years corresponding to the E61 generation. It allows for refreshing the roofline, reducing visual signs of paint aging, and restoring color consistency with the rest of the bodywork.

If you are planning a broader modernization of your BMW from this period, it is worth checking out the guide on using used body and equipment components. Practical tips can be found in the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 era, which describes scenarios for refreshing BMW models using original second-hand parts.

Expansion of the roof zone in BMW – other elements from this group

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the roof zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional antenna housings, mounting covers, or roof module covers, check the available parts in the BMW car antennas category.