Door Grab Handle BMW F30 F31 2 Front Left Outside N/S Alpinweiss Alpine White

The Front Left Exterior Door Handle for BMW F30/F31 in Alpinweiss 3 is an original body part designed for the passenger side (N/S) of the 3 Series models. Thanks to the factory paint finish Alpinweiss 3 - 300, the handle harmoniously blends with the car's body line, ensuring a cohesive vehicle appearance. This is a practical solution for replacing a damaged handle when you want to preserve the car's original character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7242567-AW2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242567
• Substitutable numbers: 51217259828, 259828, 51217242567, 7242567, 51217321639, 7321639, 51217297749, 7297749, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and Fitment

The presented BMW door handle is intended for installation on the front left door, in the driver or passenger entry area depending on the market. The construction, based on factory BMW solutions, guarantees proper alignment with the door panel and correct interaction with the lock mechanism and internal linkages.

The part is designed as an external component, responsible for ergonomic grip when opening the door and stable force transfer to the locking system. This ensures that the original functionality and comfort of vehicle use are maintained after installation.

Body Color and Aesthetics

The handle is factory finished in Alpinweiss 3 - 300, characteristic of many BMW 3 Series F30/F31 models. This means that with a correctly matched body paint, the need for repainting the part can be reduced or completely eliminated, shortening repair time and lowering costs.

The uniform paint coating allows for visual consistency of the entire side of the vehicle, and the appropriately shaped grip provides convenient access to the car's interior. This is particularly important in accident repairs, where both aesthetics and the correct functioning of all body elements are crucial.

Technical and Functional Characteristics

As a component from the Door Handles group, the product is responsible for:

• mechanically opening the door from the outside,
• stable connection with the lock mechanism and linkages,
• maintaining the correct grip geometry in relation to the door panel,
• proper guidance of the user's hand movement during opening.

The design solution used by BMW in this series of body styles ensures consistent handle operation and resistance to typical operational loads, such as frequent door opening and closing in urban and rural conditions.

Condition and Service Application

This part comes from the secondary market, making it a sensible choice for repairs where preserving the original BMW part while optimizing costs is a priority. This type of handle is suitable for both accident repairs and for replacing a worn or damaged handle resulting from use.

Thanks to the preserved factory geometry and mounting points, installation in place of a damaged handle proceeds predictably for an experienced body and mechanical workshop, without the need for door structure modifications.

Repair Extension and Selection of Other Components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cabin access area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as exterior handles, covers, or complete door opening modules, check the available parts in the BMW Door Handles category.

When planning broader service work or vehicle upgrades, it is also worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips for selecting used components – the article Used Gearbox – When is it Worth It and What You Need to Remember, which discusses key aspects of assessing the condition of used parts and their long-term cost-effectiveness, may be helpful.