BMW F12 F13 Door Front Left N/S Spacegrau Space Grey Metallic - A52

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos. BMW F12 F13 Door Front Left N/S Spacegrau Space Grey Metallic - A52 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for professional repair or replacement of the factory shell. Thanks to its precise fit to the BMW 6 Series F12/F13 structure, it ensures a consistent body appearance and proper geometry of the side section of the vehicle. This used component allows for a technically correct repair while maintaining the factory body line and the characteristic Spacegrau Metallic paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7228569-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7228569
• Substitutable numbers: 7228569, 41517228569
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The offered item is a complete front driver-side door, intended for installation in the BMW 6 Series F12/F13 body. Its placement in the front, left side zone allows for direct replacement of the damaged shell without interfering with the structure of the pillars or sills. The original BMW origin guarantees the maintenance of proper assembly gaps, compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and seals, as well as correct alignment with the fender, hood, and sill.

Color and paint layer

The door comes in the factory color Spacegrau Metallic – A52, characteristic of many BMW 6 Series configurations. The metallic paint coating provides a modern, understated look and blends well with chrome elements and dark body accessories. Using the original shade facilitates color matching during post-accident repairs, limiting the scope of potential painting to corrections and blending, which shortens the time required for body and paint work.

Technical characteristics of the component

The front left door for the BMW F12/F13 is a load-bearing element of the side body structure, responsible for the proper operation of the window, cabin tightness, and interaction with the lock and hinge system. The construction is prepared to withstand operational loads resulting from frequent opening and closing, as well as to work with factory seals and fittings. The used nature of the part means it retains its original geometry, which is crucial when aligning the door relative to the pillars and sills.

Use in body repairs

This component from the Doors and door panels group is particularly useful in situations where there has been mechanical damage, corrosion, or distortion of the driver-side door structure. Replacing the entire door instead of performing extensive body repair often allows you to:

• preserve the factory line of creases and body edges,
• reduce the amount of filler and straightening work,
• minimize the time needed for preparation for painting,
• achieve better alignment with adjacent body panels.

Integration with other BMW body components

The front left door for the BMW F12/F13 is designed as part of the side body structure system, working in conjunction with the fender, sill, window, mirror, and seals. A correctly selected component facilitates the maintenance of acoustic tightness and protection against weather conditions, as well as the proper operation of opening and closing mechanisms. This makes the repair more predictable and the final result closer to factory assembly. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as shells, frames, or side panels, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category. For a better understanding of the impact of body and suspension components on driving comfort and safety, you can also use the advice contained in the article Suspension system – a comprehensive guide to shock absorbers, control arms, and stabilizers, which helps to look at vehicle repair in a holistic way.