BMW E90 E91 LCI M Sport Complete Front Bumper Trim Panel Le Mans Blue - 381

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 E91 LCI Front Bumper M-Sport Le Mans Blue - 381 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for front installation. The sporty M-Sport design combined with the Le Mans Blue Metallic - 381 paintwork emphasizes the dynamic character of the facelifted (LCI) 3 Series and allows for restoring the car's factory appearance after an accident repair or visual upgrade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0037061-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0037061
• Substitutable numbers: 51110037061, 0037061
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW E90 / E91 LCI

The presented front bumper is structurally prepared for installation in BMW 3 Series E90 and E91 models after the facelift (LCI), in versions equipped with the M-Sport styling. Its placement on the vehicle is Front, meaning the part is responsible for shaping the front body line, integrating with headlights, hood, and fenders, and ensuring proper airflow to the engine compartment.

As a component from the Bumpers and Reinforcements group, the bumper is a crucial element of the exterior body structure – it works with the reinforcement beam, mountings, and aerodynamic accessories, ensuring proper air management and space for additional elements (e.g., grilles, headlight washers, sensors – if originally present in the vehicle's configuration).

Visual Characteristics and Le Mans Blue Metallic - 381 Color

The finish in Le Mans Blue Metallic - 381 is a distinctive, deep shade of blue factory-applied by BMW, which complements the 3 Series body line well. The metallic paint finish highlights the M-Sport bumper's contours, giving the car's front a more dynamic and modern look.

Choosing a bumper with the same paint code can, in many cases, reduce the scope of painting work – especially when replacing a damaged part. For users who want to maintain color consistency across the entire body, matching the paint code is crucial when planning repairs or styling modifications.

Functional Properties and Role in Body Construction

As a front fascia element, the M-Sport bumper for BMW E90/E91 LCI is responsible for:

• shaping the sporty front line characteristic of the M package,
• properly directing airflow towards the radiators and engine compartment,
• maintaining factory mounting points relative to the wheel arches, hood, and lower covers,
• integration with other components from the Bumpers and Reinforcements group.

By preserving the original geometry, installation is based on factory mounting points, which facilitates the work of body and paint shops and allows for restoring proper body panel alignment after repair.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Choosing a Used Part

This part comes from the BMW offering and is classified as Used, meaning it has been previously operated in a vehicle. Choosing an original, used M-Sport bumper allows for maintaining factory material quality, proper structural rigidity, and alignment with the body's styling line, while simultaneously reducing costs compared to purchasing a new part.

For users planning a comprehensive front-end repair or a conversion from a standard package to M-Sport, using an original used bumper is often the most rational solution – it ensures predictable fitment and compatibility with other body elements, while maintaining a favorable price-to-quality ratio.

Assistance with Selection and Related Content

If you are planning an extensive front-end repair or a styling upgrade and need other body parts such as beams, brackets, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

For more advanced repairs, including electronic systems, practical tips on selecting and installing used modules and sensors may be useful – detailed information can be found in the Global Parts guide: Used Automotive Electronics Onboard – Why Choose Second-Hand ECU Modules and Sensors?.