87 325IS Rear "Pop off Window" Installation?

[daspoop]

I was wondering how to install a rear pop off window in an 87 325is? I have a new window but have no idea where to get the bolts or where they go. Any tips will be appreciated.

Thanks in advance,
-Jeff

[jlevie]

The bolts than attach the hinge at the forward edge of the window are accessed by removing the B pillar trim. Those for the rear latch/operator are under the plastic cover.

[daspoop]

Thanks

[daspoop]

I thought I had the bolts to go with it, but I don't. What kind of bolts do I need in order to install this?

[jlevie]

You'll be able to snarf the fasteners off the old window.

[87_black_325is]

More specifically, since I also have a 87 325is, remove the coat hook up top, and a round plastic cover below to get at the screws through the trim. Rear fastener is one screw that is a part of the "pop off" mechanism, so have the window popped out to get to it.

I had to use a piece of hose to thread the bolts back on this way though (piece of hose just large enough for the nut to fit snugly inside of), takes a deep socket to get at them and could not get them to thread any other way.