BMW X5 E70 Door Rear Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Listing details and visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

BMW X5 E70 Rear Left Door Black Sapphire 475 is an original body part from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear left side of the BMW X5 E70 model. The Black Sapphire Metallic paint allows for visual consistency of the body and facilitates matching the car's factory finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7261481-BS3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7261481
• Substitutable numbers: 41527261481, 7261481, 41527211425, 7211425, 41527181477, 7181477, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and Fitment

The presented part has been designed as a factory rear left door for the BMW X5 E70, maintaining the correct geometry, body lines, and mounting points. This ensures proper alignment with the fender, sill, pillar, and seals, which is crucial for maintaining watertightness and the correct operation of locks and hinges.

Originality from the BMW brand signifies compliance with factory construction standards, minimizing the risk of installation issues and eliminating the need for bodywork modifications.

Color and Paint Finish

The door is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, which is one of the popular dark metallic paints used on the BMW X5 E70. Using the correct shade facilitates matching the vehicle's existing paint coat, reducing the scope of any potential paintwork to a minimum or allowing for local touch-ups.

The metallic paint structure provides a characteristic depth of color and harmonizes well with the SUV's body lines, emphasizing its robust yet elegant character.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The part belongs to the Doors and door panels group and is intended for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle, as confirmed by the Vehicle Placement: Rear - Left parameter. The door's construction incorporates factory mounting points for hinges, the lock, and wiring harnesses, allowing for the full functionality of factory systems when transferring hardware from the original part.

The product has a dedicated OEM part number and associated replacement numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific BMW X5 E70 configuration. In practice, this means precise matching to the year, trim level, and specific body variants.

Condition and Benefits of Using a Used Part

The door is from the aftermarket, and its condition allows for reuse in the body repair process. Choosing a used body part is a solution that often shortens repair time compared to fixing a heavily damaged door and allows for reduced use of filler and straightening.

In practice, using such a component offers:

• the ability to restore the correct geometry of the vehicle's side body,
• easier achievement of even gaps between body panels,
• reduced costs compared to purchasing a new part from an authorized dealer.

If you are interested in a broader economic and ecological context of using dismantled parts, it is worth reading the article describing how used components support the circular economy: circular economy and used car parts.

Application Area and Repair Expansion

The rear left door on the BMW X5 E70 is a key element of the vehicle's side body, influencing passenger protection, interior acoustics, and vehicle aesthetics. When repairing this area, replacement or matching of adjacent components such as seals, trim strips, or upholstery mounting elements is often considered.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area on your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as external door skins, internal reinforcing panels, or additional mounting elements, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

Summary

The BMW X5 E70 Rear Left Door Black Sapphire 475 is a functional, original body part that allows for the restoration of the correct appearance and geometry of the vehicle's side after a collision or corrosion. Its appropriate vehicle placement, factory paint color, and belonging to the Doors and door panels group make it a technically consistent solution with the BMW X5 E70's construction and a cost-effective alternative to new parts.