BMW X3 E83 2003-2010 Roof Shark Fin Aerial Antenna Cover 3411631 50010077
BMW X3 E83 2003-2010 Roof Shark Fin Aerial Antenna Cover 3411631 50010077
This component is from the BMW X3 E83 roof antenna system. BMW used different antenna/equipment configurations, so model and year alone must not be treated as final confirmation.
Compare 3411631 / 50010077, shape, mounting arrangement and your existing component before purchase.
Product Details
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Vehicle Family | BMW X3 E83 |
| Component | Roof shark-fin aerial / antenna housing / cover |
| Part Markings | 3411631 / 50010077 |
| Position | Rear section of vehicle roof |
| Condition | Used — inspect listing photographs for exact cosmetic condition |
| Country Associated With Manufacturer | Germany |
Where Is It Fitted?
The shark-fin housing is positioned on the rear area of the roof of the BMW X3 E83. It forms part of the vehicle's roof-mounted antenna installation and provides the external aerodynamic enclosure for the antenna equipment fitted beneath / within the assembly.
Equipment fitted to an X3 can vary according to production date and factory options, including radio, navigation, telephone and telematics-related equipment. This is why visual and part-number comparison is important.
Compatibility Guide
| Vehicle | Chassis | Production/Application | Check |
|---|---|---|---|
| X3 2.0d | E83 | 09/2004–08/2007 | 3411631 documented — verify existing part |
| X3 2.0i | E83 | 07/2005–08/2008 | Verify antenna specification |
| X3 2.5i | E83 | 03/2004–07/2006 | Verify antenna specification |
| X3 2.5si | E83 | 08/2006–08/2008 | Verify antenna specification |
| X3 3.0d | E83 | 01/2004–08/2008* | Engine/version dependent — verify |
| X3 3.0sd | E83 | 09/2006–08/2008 | Verify antenna specification |
| X3 3.0si | E83 | 08/2006–08/2008 | Verify antenna specification |
| X3 30i xDrive | E83 | 2006–2010 | Verify part number / VIN |
*Production/application dates vary by engine derivative and market. A year appearing above does not override the part-number and vehicle-equipment check.
Do Not Assume It Fits
Not confirmed for X3 F25, X3 G01 or other BMW chassis. Do not order solely because your vehicle is a BMW or because another BMW antenna looks visually similar.
Different antenna electronics, housings, colours, connectors and factory-option configurations may exist within the E83 range.
Reference Number Guide
Primary markings associated with this item:
3411631 • 50010077
Related antenna-housing references encountered in E83 catalogue/dismantler data include:
65203454166 • 3454166 • 65203411502 • 3411502 • 65200303335 • 65202147431
These numbers are supplied as identification references only. Do not assume interchangeability without checking the original component and vehicle specification.
Why Might This Part Need Replacing?
- Cracked or damaged shark-fin outer housing
- Missing roof antenna cover
- Weather-damaged or deteriorated exterior finish
- Damage caused by impact, car washing or roof work
- Water ingress around a damaged antenna enclosure or seal
- Poor appearance after deterioration of the original housing
If you are diagnosing poor radio, GPS, telephone or telematics reception, establish whether the fault is actually the housing, antenna electronics, cabling or another component before replacement.
Why Choose a Used Manufacturer-Supplied Part?
A correctly matched used manufacturer-supplied component gives you the benefit of the original vehicle design, mounting geometry, material specification and appearance, rather than relying on an inexpensive universal reproduction.
Used components can also represent a substantial saving compared with purchasing the equivalent component new. Depending on the component and market price, savings can be significant and may reach approximately 70%.
Most importantly: match the part correctly. A high-quality component is only useful when it is the correct specification for your vehicle.
Fitting Overview
Estimated professional labour: approximately 0.5–1.5 hours depending on vehicle specification, access and whether roof-lining trim must be lowered.
Typical tools may include:
- Plastic interior trim removal tools
- Appropriate Torx drivers
- Small socket / ratchet set
- Torque wrench where specified by repair procedure
- Protective trim covers
General Procedure
- Switch vehicle off and protect surrounding trim.
- Gain safe access to the underside of the rear roof antenna area.
- Lower only the necessary roof/headlining trim using the correct trim-removal procedure.
- Identify the existing antenna assembly and compare it with the replacement before removal.
- Disconnect any applicable electrical connection carefully.
- Release the antenna/housing mounting as required.
- Inspect the roof aperture, mounting surface and sealing arrangement.
- Install the correctly matched replacement component.
- Reconnect equipment and reassemble trim.
- Test applicable radio/navigation/communication functions and check sealing.
Garage Labour Cost Guide
No JavaScript is used. Use the table below to estimate labour based on a 0.5–1.5 hour installation window.
| Garage Rate | 0.5 Hour | 1 Hour | 1.5 Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| £50/hour | £25 | £50 | £75 |
| £75/hour | £37.50 | £75 | £112.50 |
| £100/hour | £50 | £100 | £150 |
| £125/hour | £62.50 | £125 | £187.50 |
| £150/hour | £75 | £150 | £225 |
Estimates only. Actual labour charges depend on garage rate, diagnosis, vehicle condition and access requirements.
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