BMW F20 F21 E90 E91 Handle Cover Trim Front Right O/S Alpinweiss 3 - 300 0399178

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 F21 E90 E91 Handle Cover Trim Front Right O/S Alpinweiss 3 - 300 is an original, used door handle cover designed for the front right door of selected BMW 1 and 3 Series models. The component in Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color allows for an aesthetically and technically correct replacement of the external handle cover without interfering with the door structure. Thanks to the factory fit, the handle cover maintains the body line and color consistency with the original BMW paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-0399178-AW1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0399178
• Substitutable numbers: 51210399178, 0399178, 51210399176, 0399176, 51210445184, 0445184
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and compatibility

The presented door handle cover is designed for installation on the front right door in BMW F20, F21, and E90, E91 series vehicles. The placement on the vehicle is clearly defined as the front passenger side, which facilitates the selection of the correct component for external door panel repairs.

As a part from the Door handles category, the product works with the factory door opening mechanism, serving as an external handle cover. The design provided by the manufacturer ensures proper fitment with the door sheet metal and other trim elements of the side body section.

Color and visual fit

The Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color is a characteristic, bright shade of white used as a factory standard in many BMW models. Using an original cover in this color reduces the need for additional painting or body filler, provided that the paint on the remaining body elements is in a similar condition.

The element is intended for direct installation on the existing handle, which enables:

• restoring the consistent appearance of the side body section after damage or scratching of the previous cover,
• maintaining the original BMW styling line without using aftermarket parts with a different profile,
• minimizing bodywork and painting efforts.

Technical characteristics and installation

As an original BMW part from the Door handles category, the cover is made of material selected for resistance to weather conditions and repetitive mechanical loads associated with daily door opening. The geometry of the part complies with factory specifications, which translates into stable seating on the handle and proper adhesion to the door surface.

With a correctly selected body model, the installation proceeds in a manner similar to factory disassembly and installation, without the need for modifying the door structure. This facilitates service both in workshop conditions and during professional vehicle restoration after operational damage.

Part condition and practical application

The offered handle cover is a used part, which allows for an economical visual repair of the vehicle while maintaining the original origin of the component. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for:

• local damage to the external part of the handle (scuffs, scratches, cracks),
• renovation of the side body zone after minor collisions,
• restoring color consistency after replacing individual door elements.

Using an original cover allows for maintaining visual compliance with other body elements and reduces the risk of differences in shade or shape, typical for some aftermarket replacements.

Expanding repairs within BMW handles

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as external handles, covers, or additional handle trims, check the available parts in the BMW Door handles category.

In the case of broader service work on vehicles of this brand, including the drivetrain, information on typical faults and component selection may be useful. In this context, it is worth reading the article BMW N47 timing chain – typical failure and repair using original BMW parts, which discusses practical aspects of operating and repairing BMWs with the popular N47 unit.