BMW Z3 Door Handles

Every BMW Z3 driver knows the difference a good set of door handles can make. Not only can they make opening and closing the doors on your sports car easier. They can also give your ride one eye-catching customized look. Many drivers don't, however, readily realize there are two types, exterior and interior, let alone that they have different designs, they're made of different materials, and they work with more than the obvious door lock. For instance, some outside door handles protrude, while others are built into fascia, following car body contours. Inside door handles are usually recessed and almost never stick out from an interior door panel. Exterior handles are also usually made of steel, but they can be made of metal alloys like aluminum, zinc, and magnesium, too, and many luxury cars feature chrome handles. A lot of interior handles, on the other hand, come made of durable plastic. Both kinds can come accompanied by electronic entry pads, often found on your exterior door panel; you enter a numerical code or scan your thumb to gain entry to your car. But how does a door handle work? It's simple. A rotor rotates, turning a set of teeth and latching and unlatching a lock with a striker. If your door handles are jammed, loose, or otherwise not working properly, they may be damaged or faulty, and it's better to replace than repair them. To figure out what's going on, apply lubricant first, and then inspect handle mechanism. If it turns out a door handle needs to be changed, installing a genuine BMW Z3 door handle will be your best option. They fit your car straight from the factory. You can order them online right here at our auto parts store. Buy now and we'll ship directly to your door.