325 Convertible Roof Problem

[Sach_UK]

Im looking for a part number or a fix for the roof seal which is attached the soft top but meets the top of the window on both the drivers side and passengers side. Seems to be letting in a lot of water, especially passengers side.

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Thanks Guys

[Gert_8]

Search for it by entering the last 6(?) digits of your vin number on the real OEM site. I tried getting it for you but their site doesn't work on my phone.

[E30cabalan]

The gap in the seal looks massive compared to mine, are you sure the complete roof is correctly positioned?
If the front catches are engaging correctly then the seals are the problem.
They are all available from BMW but a little expensive, part numbers on BMW OEM.
Correct fitting is essential and regular cleaning and surface lubrication with silicone spray keeps them watertight.
When I had issues some years ago I got a waterproof cover to keep the worst of the weather out until I got garaged.

[Sach_UK]

mine doesn't even line up with the windows, about a 2mm gap?

[blingsta]

have you replace the roof recently? if not you, maybe previous owners..

4 bolts hold the complete roof onto the car, but the bolts have shims (washers) which need to be present in order for the roof to be lined up.. if the shims are missing or someone has used more shims on one side than the other... this can happen

[Sach_UK]

@blingsta - ill have to look into this, where are these bolts located and is their a diy?

[BenHar]

This may help. http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... c&t=167404

Think there is also some stuff in the wiki.

Ben

[blingsta]

all inside the horsehoe mate.. check the wiki