Hey All...

So my rear window rubber trim is deteriorating and it needs to be replaced..

BMW want's like $400 - says the rear window needs to be removed to install...

Local glass place wants $130, but I gotta buy the part on my own (they also said glass needs to come out)...

BMW "specialty" mechanic quoted $199 BUT will be more if glass has to come out AND they said it could break since it's
been in so long ('04) which of course means even more $$ and additional $$ for my tint!

Can this be done as a DYI??? The part from BMW is like $70.

Any experience with this..anyone

Thanks!

 

it was DIY on the E39 and E38, but not sure on the E60. looks similar so I can't see why it wouldn't be the same. glass removal not necessary but it does make replacement of the trim more difficult. if it's like the E39, just spray a generous amount of silicone lubricant on the new seal and guide it into place with a plastic or wood tool, no metal.

 

I would go with the $130 and make sure to get a guarantee in case of breakage. The problem with living here in Cali is that the rubber deteriorates in the sun fairly quickly (which is one of the reasons I have a roof spoiler - it sits on top of the upper edge of the rubber protecting it from the sun). That is why one of my first posts was a question on how to preserve the rubber - maybe Gene can find it.

 

Here is a wild idea. Does your insurance cover all the glasses/windows with free replacement? If so, I won't get to the details, but you get the drift.

 

Bad, bad Xman - encouraging bad behavior

 

I watched the BMW tech replace this. He did not remove the glass, the rubber was fed around the glass and sealant applied. I missed him removing the old gasket, it couldn't be harder than installing.

 

HMMMM....

but then there's the tint - doubt that would be covered...

 

.. yeah, I'm actually jumping on getting this fixed now BECAUSE I want to get the roof spoiler!

 

First chance I get I'm trading mine in for a an M5 so I could care less about replacing right now. Better to protect it with rubber protectant and cover the worst with the roof spoiler to protect it.

 

Hi, I had the same problem when I bought my 06. After searching and getting quotes from everywhere I ended up doing it myself. It is a piece of cake. Get the replacement and I do it for you for free in 20 min. I got my part from Bavauto.com for less than what the dealer is charging you.