Option 1 - this seal
E3 windscreen seal, US version
51 31 1 823 080
€399.00excl. VAT
Illustrations. The new seal takes its profile from an original seal.
- Part number
- 51311823080
- Formatting variants
- 51 31 1 823 080, 51.31.1.823.080, 51-31-1-823-080
- Brand
- BMW
- Type
- E3 windscreen seal, US version
- System category
- Window Seals
- Model references
- E3 Bavaria, US-spec, 1972-1974, earlier US E3 with 51 31 1 814 613
51 31 1 823 080 is the windscreen (windshield) seal of the US-spec BMW E3 Bavaria, from 1972 to the end of production in 1974. It replaced 51 31 1 814 613, so it also fits earlier US cars that used that seal. BMW no longer makes it, and new old stock is almost impossible to find. We are making a new production run of this closed-frame seal in black EPDM rubber, reproduced from an original with the same profile: a channel for the glass, one for the body flange and a groove for the trim strip. Preorder it on its own or together with the rear window seal; if the run does not go ahead, you get a full refund.
Preorder
Option 2 - both seals
Windscreen + rear window seal
51 31 1 823 080 + 51 31 1 800 471
€699.00excl. VAT
Save €99.00 compared with buying them separately
Prices per piece, excl. VAT and shipping. Volume discount: -6% from 2 pieces, -12% from 4, -18% from 8. Estimated delivery spring 2027. Full refund if the run does not go ahead by 31 December 2026.
How the preorder works
- 01
Preorder
Add the seal to your cart and pay at checkout. Private buyers and businesses are welcome.
- 02
The run
Production starts once enough preorders are in. We confirm the run by 31 December 2026.
- 03
Delivery
Estimated delivery spring 2027, worldwide with tracking.
- 04
Full refund if it doesn't happen
If the run does not go ahead, every preorder is refunded in full, shipping included. Until the run is confirmed you can cancel at any time.
Prices and VAT
Prices are per piece, excl. VAT and shipping.
- Outside the EU (US, UK, Switzerland...): no EU VAT. Import duties and taxes in your country, if any, are paid on delivery.
- EU businesses with a valid VAT number: no VAT (reverse charge).
- Private buyers in the EU and all buyers in Lithuania: 21% VAT is added at checkout - €482.79 for this seal, €845.79 for both seals.
Shipping and refunds
- Tracked shipping, chosen at checkout: Europe €15.00, Rest of the world €35.00.
- Estimated delivery spring 2027.
- Full refund, shipping included, if the run does not go ahead by 31 December 2026.
- Until the run is confirmed you can cancel at any time for a full refund.
- Full conditions in our Terms of Sale.
3.0 S, 3.0 Si or long-wheelbase E3 with the wide trim?
From 1973 the 3-litre and larger E3 saloons got a wider window trim and different seals. They are not part of this run, but if enough owners ask for them we will plan another one. Register your interest - it is free and non-binding. Seals: 51 31 1 828 235, 51 31 1 828 234.
Register your interest
Frequently asked questions
Which cars does it fit?
The US-spec E3 Bavaria from 1972 to 1974. It replaced 51 31 1 814 613, so it also fits earlier US cars that used that seal. The US 3.0 S and 3.0 Si with the wider window trim use 51 31 1 828 235, and European cars use a different windscreen seal. Not sure? Email us your chassis number or a photo of your old seal before you order.
Is this an original BMW part?
No. It is a new reproduction by Replique labs, an independent manufacturer, made from original seals as reference. We are not affiliated with BMW AG; the part numbers only identify the application.
When do I pay, and what if the run does not go ahead?
You pay when you preorder. Production starts once enough preorders are in. If the run does not go ahead by 31 December 2026, we refund the full amount, shipping included, within 14 days.
Can I cancel my preorder?
Yes. Until we confirm the run you can cancel at any time by email for a full refund. Consumers in the EU can also withdraw within 14 days of delivery, as set out in our Terms of Sale.
When will the seals arrive?
Estimated delivery is spring 2027. We will email you when the run is confirmed and when your seals ship.
Why does the run need enough preorders?
A rubber seal needs its own tooling: an extrusion die for the profile and moulds for the corners. That cost only makes sense when it is shared across a batch.
Are the trim strips included?
No, only the rubber seal. Your original aluminium trim strips refit into the new seal.
Who should fit the seal?
We recommend an experienced auto glass fitter. The seal holds the glass in the body opening, so correct fitting matters.
Do you ship to the US and outside the EU?
Yes, worldwide with tracking. Outside the EU no EU VAT is charged; import duties and taxes in your country, if any, are paid on delivery.
I am a dealer or restorer. Can I order several seals?
Yes. As on all our parts, the price per piece drops as the quantity grows. For larger quantities, contact us.
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Part numbers, vehicle names and model designations are manufacturer references used only to identify components. Replique Labs is an independent manufacturer and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any vehicle manufacturer.
Part numbers, vehicle names and model designations are manufacturer references used only to identify components. Replique Labs is an independent manufacturer and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any vehicle manufacturer.