BMW 1 F20 F21 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Left N/S Glacier Silver Metallic A83

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW 1 F20 F21 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Left N/S Glacier Silver Metallic A83 is an original body component designed for professional repair of the side area. The used side panel ensures factory geometry, proper body line alignment, and consistent fitment with the hood, door, and bumper, which facilitates precise installation and reduces the scope of bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7284645-GSB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7284645
• Substitutable numbers: 41007284645, 7284645
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Glacier Silber Metallic - A83
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented fender is dedicated to the front left side of the BMW 1 Series F20/F21 generation body. Its placement in the front wheel area makes this component responsible for the correct guidance of the wheel arch edge, proper alignment with the headlight, and maintaining factory gaps between the hood and the driver's door.

The original construction ensures:

• preservation of the factory shape of the body lines and side profile,
• correct mounting points to the body and bumper,
• easier gap adjustment without the need for excessive bodywork corrections.

Color and paint finish

The fender is in the Glacier Silver Metallic – A83 color, characteristic of many BMW 1 Series configurations. The current paint coating may in many cases limit the scope of paint work to local touch-ups or polishing, depending on the aesthetic requirements of the specific vehicle.

The metallic silver shade blends well with other BMW body components, making it easier to maintain a consistent vehicle appearance after repairing the side area.

Technical characteristics and installation

As an item from the Wheel arches and rear fenders group in the catalog, this fender serves a protective function for the wheel space and constitutes an essential part of the side paneling. The design is intended for installation at factory mounting points, which allows for:

• precise alignment relative to the door and hood,
• proper guidance of the wheel arch edge relative to the tire and bumper,
• maintaining appropriate side stiffness in the front suspension area.

The component has a specific weight, which is important for transport and installation planning, as well as for assessing the impact on weight distribution in the front part of the vehicle.

Condition and use in repairs

This is a used part, which makes it a cost-effective solution for accident repairs, corrosion corrections, or replacing damaged paneling without the need to reach for more expensive new components. Its original origin promotes compliance with BMW factory standards regarding shape, mounts, and overall geometry.

Such a fender will work well both in body and paint shops and for individual users who expect the simplest possible installation and a predictable final result after assembling the entire front area.

Integration with other BMW body components

Replacing the front left fender has a direct impact on the fitment with the headlight, bumper, hood, and driver's door. A correctly selected component allows for:

• recreating factory gaps between panels,
• maintaining the continuity of the side line from the fender to the door,
• reducing the need for additional filling and fitting.

Thanks to this, the repair of the front area can be performed in a more predictable manner, which is important for both the aesthetics and the value of the vehicle after the repair.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch and fender area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as paneling, wheel arch covers, or additional mounting elements, check the available parts in the BMW wheel arches and rear fenders category.

For those interested in a broader context of car modernization, structural changes, and the impact of choosing used parts on the car's character, the article describing the development of sports compacts may be helpful – Hot-hatch legend: the evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 – structural changes and VW car parts.