BMW X1 E84 Wheel Arch Trim Rear Mineral Grau Metallic Left N/S 8038079

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW X1 E84 Wheel Arch Trim Rear Mineral Grau Metallic Left N/S is an original body trim component designed for installation on the driver's side. Thanks to the factory Mineral Grau Metallic – B39 paint finish, it ensures a seamless look with the body line and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct replacement of a damaged trim.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8038079-MG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8038079
• Substitutable numbers: 51 77 2 990 171, 51772990171, 2 990 171, 2990171, 8038079
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Mineral Grau Metallic - B39
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The presented wheel arch trim has been designed specifically for the BMW X1 E84 model and is mounted on the rear left side of the vehicle. As part of the Protective and decorative trim group, it is responsible for both protecting the wheel arch edge against minor mechanical damage and maintaining the consistent styling line of the vehicle's side profile.

The dedicated fitment for the specific BMW model allows for maintaining the correct wheel arch geometry, which is important for the proper alignment of the bumper edge, fender, and other body panels.

Color and paint matching

The trim is factory-finished in the Mineral Grau Metallic – B39 shade, which enables a visually consistent installation without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle has the same paint code. The metallic structure of the coating harmonizes well with the body lines of the BMW X1 E84, emphasizing the characteristic wheel arch profile and maintaining the vehicle's original appearance after repair.

Selecting a component in an identical color is particularly important for local post-accident repairs, where the goal is to limit the scope of painting and maintain the factory coating structure on adjacent panels.

Installation characteristics

The rear left wheel arch trim is prepared for installation at the original mounting points provided by the manufacturer. This allows for:

• maintaining the correct contact line with the fender and bumper,
• reducing stress around the wheel arch edge,
• achieving a stable fitment of the component without additional modifications.

As a part intended for the rear left side of the vehicle, the trim works with factory covers and other finishing elements, which facilitates the service replacement of a damaged component.

Application in body and paint repairs

A used BMW X1 E84 wheel arch trim in the original color is a practical solution for repairs following collisions, parking scrapes, or wheel arch edge corrosion. It allows for limiting the scope of body and paint work, shortening repair time and reducing the risk of shade differences between individual body panels.

Choosing an original component from the same production series helps maintain factory gaps and fitment, which is important for both aesthetic and functional reasons – especially in areas exposed to water, mud, and small road debris.

Integration with other protective trims

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch and sill area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trims, check the available parts in the BMW protective and decorative trims category.

When selecting body components and finishing trims, materials regarding working with original part numbers and their verification via VIN may also be helpful – this is described in more detail in the article on selecting used OEM parts and their proper identification, which discusses practical aspects of working with manufacturer catalogs.