BMW 1 E87 LCI Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Montegoblau Montego Blue - A51

The BMW E87 LCI Left Sill Cover Trim Strip is an original body part designed for installation on the left side of facelifted 1 Series models. The sill trim strip in Montegoblau Metallic - A51 allows for a visually cohesive complement to the factory paintwork and maintains proper protection of the sill area. A used OEM part is a sensible solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, and restoring the original appearance of the body.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036145-MTB2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036145
• Substitutable numbers: 51770036145, 0036145
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Intended Use and Function of the Part

The sill trim strip plays an important protective and aesthetic role in the lower part of the body. It protects the sill from mechanical damage resulting from daily use, such as getting in and out or contact with road debris. Additionally, it forms an integral part of the side profile, contributing to the visual cohesion of the car body.

Precise fitting for the specific generation of the facelifted BMW 1 Series ensures correct alignment with the doors, sill, and other side panels. This maintains the factory gap geometry and proper edge alignment of the bodywork after installation.

Paint Color and Matching

The part is finished in the shade Montegoblau Metallic - A51, characteristic of selected BMW 1 Series configurations. Using a trim strip in the same paint code can reduce or completely eliminate the need for additional painting, provided that other body parts are in the same color and similar visual condition.

The metallic paint finish ensures consistency with the factory finish, which is important for repairs carried out to service standards. For body and paint shops, this means easier shade matching and shorter vehicle preparation time before handover.

Vehicle Placement and Installation Aspects

The sill trim strip is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle, in the lower part of the body, in the sill area. The design of the part is prepared for factory mounting points, which facilitates installation in both service conditions and specialized independent workshops.

In practice, installation involves:

• removing the damaged or corroded sill trim strip,
• verifying the condition of the underlying sill and door edges,
• fitting the cover onto the factory mounting points,
• checking the side profile and gaps between body panels.

This approach allows for the restoration of proper protection to the sill area and maintains the correct rigidity and aesthetics of the vehicle's side body.

Application in Bodywork Repairs

A used sill trim strip is particularly useful in situations where there has been localized damage to the side of the body, and replacing the entire sill would not be economically justified. Replacing just the cover allows for a reduced scope of bodywork, shorter repair time, and maintaining costs at an acceptable level.

This type of part is often used for:

• repairs after minor or moderate side collisions,
• visual refresh of the vehicle before sale,
• local corrections after previous bodywork repairs.

For the vehicle owner, this means the possibility of restoring a cohesive body appearance without the need to interfere with the load-bearing structure of the sill.

Integration with Other BMW Body Parts

As part of the Doors and Door Panels group, the sill trim strip works in conjunction with doors, fenders, and other side panels, creating a uniform side profile. The correct fit of this part is important not only visually but also functionally – it affects the comfort of entry and exit and protects the lower door edges from dirt and chips.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as covers, trim pieces, or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and Door Panels category.

Summary

The BMW E87 LCI Left Sill Cover Trim Strip is a practical solution for owners and workshops looking to restore proper protection and appearance to the side body of the facelifted 1 Series. The original character of the part, its dedicated left-side placement, and color consistency in Montegoblau Metallic - A51 contribute to maintaining the factory finish standard.

For those interested in the broader technical context of differences between standard and sport versions in other brands, an interesting addition might be the article Audi RS vs. Other Models – What Lies Under the Hood and Chassis?, which discusses, among other things, the impact of specific components on a vehicle's character.