BMW Z4 E85 Rear Right O/S Side Panel Wing Fender Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW Z4 E85 Rear Right O/S Side Panel Wing Fender Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component designed for precise installation in the rear passenger-side area. Thanks to its factory shape and correct profile, it ensures proper body geometry and a consistent look for the side of the car body. This is a solution for users who want to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the bodywork after mechanical damage or corrosion.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7151640-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7151640
• Substitutable numbers: 41357151640, 7151640, 41357077168, 7077168
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW Z4 E85

The presented item is a rear right side panel / fender dedicated to the BMW Z4 E85 generation. Its placement in the rear axle area on the passenger side allows for the recreation of the roadster's factory body line, maintaining correct mounting gaps relative to the bumper, trunk lid, and door. The construction is based on original BMW geometry, which facilitates bodywork installation and subsequent alignment of adjacent elements.

Technical characteristics and construction

The fender belongs to the Rear wheel arches and fenders group, responsible for protecting the body structure in the rear wheel area and for the shape of the side body section. The element is designed as an integral skin panel, which, when installed correctly, ensures:

• stable mounting at factory structural points,
• proper edge guidance at the wheel arch,
• maintenance of the correct stiffness of the side body section,
• the possibility of proper sealing and anti-corrosion protection.

This solution is particularly important for post-accident repairs, where accurate reproduction of the original body shape and correct fitment with other panels are essential.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – benefits for repair

The item is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475, characteristic of many BMW Z4 E85 units. For the user, this means the possibility of reducing the scope of paintwork, especially when other body panels are in the same shade. In practice, this facilitates:

• color matching and potential blending on adjacent elements,
• maintaining a consistent aesthetic of the entire side body zone,
• reducing the vehicle's downtime after repair.

Additionally, metallic black hides minor dirt well and visually emphasizes the roadster's body line, which is important for sports-oriented vehicles.

Condition, origin, and practical application

The offered fender is an original BMW component in used condition, which in practice means maintaining factory geometry and compatibility with the Z4 E85 structure. This type of panel is particularly suitable in situations where:

• mechanical damage has occurred in the rear right wheel arch area,
• replacement of a corroded section of the body skin is necessary,
• the priority is to maintain the original body line and factory mounting points.

A used body component allows for an economical repair while maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's design, which is important for both body shops and users who care about the technical correctness of the vehicle.

Integration with other BMW body components

The rear right fender works with the inner wheel arch, rear bumper, lights, and trunk lid, creating a cohesive side-rear system. With proper installation, it is possible to achieve:

• even gaps between the panel and the door and bumper,
• stable mounting of wheel arch liners and internal components,
• correct edge guidance along the trunk line.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as side panels, wheel arch liners, or additional skin sections, check the available parts in the BMW Rear wheel arches and fenders category.

Additional information and technical support

For users interested in a wider range of vehicle upgrades – especially in the area of the exhaust system and performance components – guide materials regarding the selection of used parts may be helpful. In this context, it is worth reading the article Performance exhaust system: used manifolds and sports catalytic converters on the road, which discusses the practical aspects of working with components sourced from dismantling.