Gap between convertible & window

[Tonytony]

Z3-Does anyone have the same issue regarding an opening between the window and the convertible top? Is there supposed to be something there?? Here’s a pic-

 

[AntStark]

Should look a bit like this

 

[Tonytony]

Thanks for your reply! Wow, mine definitely looks off! Do you know if it can be adjusted to perhaps pull it towards the door?

 

[AntStark]

Yours looks like it’s tucked under somehow

 

[Tonytony]

Will have to see what’s going on with that-thanks.

 

[Eddie Zedder]

You are missing part no 51718401844, no 26 in the diagram. https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=CL32-EUR-07-1999-Z3-BMW-Z3_20&diagId=54_0194

 

[Tonytony]

Hi, if this is what I need, it’ll save me lots of headaches!
Thanks

 

[Eddie Zedder]

Hi, if this is what I need, it’ll save me lots of headaches!
Thanks

No problem, happy to help.

 

[Tonytony]

You’re right, it is missing-but if you look at the pic, the gap on the pic is after the trim cap.

 

[Tonytony]

Right after the trim that’s missing, there’s a gap that looks like a triangle.

 

[Eddie Zedder]

Yes, I can see what you mean. I think the fabric should be tucked into the window seal.

 

[Eddie Zedder]

The arrowed part of the seal should be behind the fabric.

 

[Tonytony]

Yes! I think that’s the issue. Any idea how I can fix that?

 

[Eddie Zedder]

I shall take a look at mine, when I have time, to see how it's fixed.

 

[Tonytony]

Thanks.

 

[Conrad]

I have the same problem and was wondering if my top shrunk or just too small. Wasn’t sure if it could be adjusted. The gap is about a quarter inch and you can see where it lets dirt and water in.