BMW 3 F31 Rear Left Outside Door Grab Handle N/S Imperial Blau Brillant Blue A89

BMW 3 F31 Rear Left Door Exterior Handle in Imperial Blue Metallic A89 is an original body part from the Doors and Door Panels category, designed for installation on the passenger side (N/S) of the 3 Series Touring model. This is a practical solution for users who want to restore full functionality and a consistent appearance to the side body area of their BMW.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7259836-IBB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7259836
• Substitutable numbers: 51227259836, 7259836, 51210445185, 0445185, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Imperial Blue Metallic - A89
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW 3 F31

The presented handle is dedicated for installation on the rear left door of the BMW 3 Series F31 model, ensuring proper alignment with the body line and correct operation of the opening mechanism. Its placement on the vehicle is factory-defined as the rear left side, allowing the part to work with the original lock, cylinder, and door skin.

As part of the Doors and Door Panels group, the handle is responsible for ergonomic exterior door opening and also serves as a visible element of the side body finish. The OEM construction allows for installation in place of the factory part without the need for modifications to the mounting points.

Imperial Blue Metallic A89 Color and Finish

The handle is finished in Imperial Blue Metallic – A89 paint, characteristic of the BMW palette. This shade helps maintain consistency with the originally painted doors and fenders, reducing the need for additional painting when replacing the part on vehicles with the same color code.

The metallic paint structure accentuates the side body line, and the appropriately chosen shade facilitates the integration of the handle with other body panels. For body and paint shops, this means faster installation and less corrective work during accident repairs.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

As an original BMW part, the handle has been designed to maintain the factory door geometry and the correct operation of the opening mechanism. The construction includes:

• dedicated mounting points for the rear left door skin,
• compatibility with the standard exterior handle mechanism,
• maintenance of the correct position relative to door moldings and contours.

The product comes from the used OEM parts segment, which in practice means retaining the original assembly specifications while optimizing repair costs. This is a beneficial solution for workshops specializing in the BMW brand when rebuilding bodywork after mechanical damage.

Practical Application and Benefits of Choosing OEM

Replacing the door handle with an original part of the same model reference allows you to:

• restore full functionality for opening the rear left door from the outside,
• maintain a consistent appearance of the side body in Imperial Blue Metallic,
• preserve the factory lines and gaps between the door and adjacent panels.

For BMW 3 F31 owners, this means a technically correct repair, without compromises in terms of fit or ergonomics. For workshops, it means faster installation due to compatibility with factory mounting points and predictable results after body and paint work is completed.

Related BMW Body Parts

If other components of the door side area, such as skins, reinforcements, or additional mounting elements, also need replacement during body repair, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and Door Panels category.

To better plan repairs and reduce vehicle downtime, it is worth reading the guide on the impact of the availability of used OEM parts on workshop work speed: Availability of Car Parts Off-the-Shelf vs. Repair Time – How Used OEM Parts Shorten Workshop Stays?.