Hey all, a local friend of mine not on this forum just picked up a very original e3 and is looking for a new/replacement windshield gasket. Looks like it has some kind of wide trim profile? Any help or part would be appreciated!
WTB e3 Windshield gasket trim
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rblongboarder
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I've been working with some individuals on this site to acquire E3 front & rear windshields for a '70 Series I E3/2800. Along the way, I've learned a fair amount about variations on the E3 window chrome. My vehicle uses the thin gaskets which are quite difficult to locate.
I think it would be quite helpful if you can identify which model of E3 your friend has so that you can locate the proper gasket (thin - Series I or thick - Series II & III).
Here is a second article on E3 window seals:
The VIN number can be translated on this site:
bmw-e3-club.de
HBChris is an excellent reference for these kinds of questions.
I think it would be quite helpful if you can identify which model of E3 your friend has so that you can locate the proper gasket (thin - Series I or thick - Series II & III).
Here is a second article on E3 window seals:
I'm posting this in the E9 subforum, but it applies to both E3s and E9s
I have been a little surprised about the threads on expensive E3 and E9 windshields and the need to source them from Europe.
Here is my story...
I have a local guy that is an experienced installer, has time with a major shop, likes to do the old cars, but now just does it on the side. He is also a friend and neighbor. He has done several collector cars for me. He did my Bavaria....
I called him when I finally had the front and rear seals and asked him to find me a windshield. No problem. He had...
I have been a little surprised about the threads on expensive E3 and E9 windshields and the need to source them from Europe.
Here is my story...
I have a local guy that is an experienced installer, has time with a major shop, likes to do the old cars, but now just does it on the side. He is also a friend and neighbor. He has done several collector cars for me. He did my Bavaria....
I called him when I finally had the front and rear seals and asked him to find me a windshield. No problem. He had...
The VIN number can be translated on this site:
BMW E3 Club | E3 Fahrgestellnummern
Liste der Fahrgestellnummern sortiert nach Modellen
bmw-e3-club.de
HBChris is an excellent reference for these kinds of questions.
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