BMW E90 E91 Trim Cover Exterior Front Left N/S Barriquerot Red Metallic - A41

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

BMW E90 E91 Trim Cover Exterior Front Left N/S Barriquerot Red Metallic - A41 is an original body component from the Protective and decorative trims group, designed for installation on the left side of the windshield in BMW 3 Series E90/E91 models. Its precisely shaped profile and paint finish in Barriquerot Red Metallic - A41 ensure visual consistency with the factory body finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0034043-BAQ1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0034043
• Substitutable numbers: 51130034043, 0034043, 51130401257, 0401257, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Barriquerot Red Metallic - A41
• Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims

Purpose and function of the trim

The presented trim is a component mounted in the windshield area on the driver's side. It is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the glass edge while simultaneously helping to maintain the correct body line at the top of the fender and pillar. Thanks to its fitment for the specific BMW 3 Series generation, it ensures proper adhesion to the glass and bodywork, which reduces the risk of unwanted gaps and leaks.

As a part from the Protective and decorative trims group, this element serves both a visual and practical role – it protects the edges against minor mechanical damage and the influence of weather conditions in the critical windshield area.

Color Barriquerot Red Metallic - A41 and visual matching

The trim is factory-finished in Barriquerot Red Metallic - A41, characteristic of selected BMW paint configurations. The metallic structure of the paint allows for a seamless blend with originally painted body elements, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs or spot bodywork restoration.

By maintaining the correct shade and coating structure, the trim blends well with the lines of the hood, pillars, and roof, minimizing the need for additional paint work when installed on a vehicle with the same color code.

Mounting and technical characteristics

The element has been designed as a dedicated trim for the windshield on the left side, which facilitates installation in factory mounting points. The construction intended for the specific BMW 3 Series E90/E91 platform allows for:

• proper fitment with the windshield and adjacent body elements,
• preservation of the original side line geometry,
• reduction of stress in the contact zone between the glass and the bodywork.

The product comes from the segment of used original parts, which means it retains the factory geometry and manufacturing standard provided by the vehicle manufacturer.

Application in BMW repairs and restorations

The left-side windshield trim will prove particularly useful in situations where mechanical damage or deformation of the original element has occurred, for example after windshield replacement, a collision, or prolonged exposure to weather conditions. Using an original trim with the correct paint color allows you to:

• restore the factory look of the windshield area,
• maintain color consistency with the rest of the body,
• keep the correct flow of stylistic lines characteristic of the BMW E90/E91.

For users who care about aesthetics and technical correctness of repairs, choosing an original trim with the correct vehicle placement is a more predictable solution than using replacements with universal geometry.

Selecting elements from the same group and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the window area and adjacent body edges in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trims, check the available parts in the BMW protective and decorative trims category.

If you want to deepen your knowledge about selecting original used components for BMW, identification procedures using OEM numbers, and the impact of such parts on vehicle durability, it is worth reading the article BMW – sports performance and precision. How do original used parts extend the life of the Bavarian icon?, which discusses the practical aspects of operating and servicing these cars in an accessible way.