BMW 5 Series E61 Right Roof Moulding Railing Trim O/S Mysticblau Mystic Blue

BMW 5 Series E61 Right Roof Moulding Railing Trim O/S Mysticblau Mystic Blue is an original body component designed for the right side of the roof, providing an aesthetic finish and stable railing guidance. Thanks to its factory fit for the 5 Series E61, the trim guarantees a consistent body appearance and proper adhesion to the roof edge. This used OEM part is a sensible choice for accident repairs, bodywork corrections, and restoring the vehicle to a near-factory condition.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7146472-MYS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7146472
• Substitutable numbers: 51137146472, 7146472, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Mysticblau Metallic - A07
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The right roof moulding for the BMW 5 Series E61 is responsible for finishing the roof edge on the passenger side and for the correct seating of the roof railing. This component:

• masks the gaps between the roof panel and the railing,
• stabilizes the railing mounting along the right side of the vehicle,
• protects the roof edge from dirt and moisture in the mounting area,
• maintains a body line consistent with the original BMW design.

By maintaining the original geometry, the trim allows for precise fitting with the doors and other body panels, which is essential for repairs in the roof area and upper door edges.

Mysticblau Metallic A07 color and visual fit

The component is finished in Mysticblau Metallic A07 paint, characteristic of many BMW 5 Series E61 units. This helps to reduce the scope of painting work when replacing the trim, especially if the vehicle has the same color code.

In practice, this means that with the correct selection of body color, you can:

• maintain visual consistency of the entire roof line,
• minimize shade differences between the trim and adjacent panels,
• speed up the installation process without the need for full repainting of the component.

The metallic paint coating blends well with chrome and black body details, emphasizing the characteristic roof line of the E61 estate.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The trim is designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle, along the roof edge. The original construction ensures:

• compatibility with factory mounting points on the BMW E61 roof,
• proper guidance of the roof railing along its entire length,
• adequate adhesion to the front and rear of the body in the door and tailgate area.

As a component from the Doors and door panels group, the trim works with the upper door edges and seals, affecting the tightness and aesthetics of the side of the body.

Application in BMW E61 body repairs

This type of roof trim is particularly useful for:

• repairs after damage to the upper part of the body (e.g., after collisions or parking damage),
• replacing deformed or corroded roof finishing elements,
• restoring the original look of the car after removing railings or performing body and paint work.

The used OEM component allows you to maintain factory lines and body proportions, which is important both from the point of view of aesthetics and the potential resale value of the vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door and roof area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as door skins, reinforcements, or additional trims, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

Support in part selection and tuning inspiration

When selecting BMW body components, it is worth paying attention to the generation, body version, and paint color compatibility to limit the scope of additional installation and painting work. For projects related to visually refreshing the car or building a vehicle with a more individual character, guide materials on using dismantled parts can be helpful. If you are interested in how to effectively use used body and mechanical components for stylistic modifications, check out the article Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using dismantled components, which shows a practical approach to budget tuning using OEM components.