BMW X5 E53 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The BMW E53 X5 Front Left Fender Black Sapphire is an original body part designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. Finished in the factory color Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, it helps maintain a consistent paint appearance and proper body geometry. This is a practical solution for users looking to restore the aesthetics and functionality of their BMW X5 E53 bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7000385-BS2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7000385
• Substitutable numbers: 41357000385, 7000385
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and Fitment for BMW X5 E53

The presented fender has been specifically designed for the BMW X5 E53 generation, taking into account its distinctive body line and factory dimensions. Its placement on the vehicle is the front left side, ensuring proper alignment with the hood, bumper, and driver's door. This guarantees the correct panel gaps after installation, and the bodywork regains its original shape.

Paint Color and Finish

The fender is in the color Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, a popular metallic black used by BMW at the factory. This shade complements the X5 E53's body lines, emphasizing its robust, off-road character. For many users, this means a reduced scope of painting work – in many cases, only color matching and possibly polishing are needed, rather than a full repaint from scratch.

Part Characteristics and Application

As a body part from the Wheel Arches and Rear Fenders category (in catalog terms), this front fender plays a crucial role in protecting the vehicle's structure from water, mud, and minor mechanical damage. Replacing a damaged part with an original, used BMW component allows you to:

• restore the correct body line and vehicle aesthetics,
• maintain compatibility with factory mounting points,
• reduce the risk of corrosion in the wheel arch area,
• ensure proper airflow around the body.

This part comes from the BMW OE segment, meaning it complies with the manufacturer's original design standards.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Choosing a Used Fender

The product is offered as a used body part, providing a sensible compromise between repair cost and maintaining original quality. In practice, this means:

• factory geometry and fitment to the X5 E53 structure,
• retention of original creases and edges characteristic of this model,
• an economical repair option after a collision or localized corrosion.

For body shops and individual users, choosing such a component reduces repair time and simplifies installation, as it does not require fitting an aftermarket replacement with different geometry.

Support in Selection and Related BMW Body Parts

If you are planning a comprehensive body repair for your X5 E53 and are also interested in other parts from this category, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or other fenders, check the available parts in the BMW Wheel Arches and Rear Fenders category.

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