BMW 3 E46 Front Right O/S Side Panel Fender Wing Meergruen Sea Green - 393

BMW E46 Sedan Touring Right Fender Meergruen is an original body part from the Wheel Arches and Rear Fenders category, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. This used, factory fender in Meergruen green ensures a consistent body appearance and maintains proper body geometry, which is important for both aesthetics and the car's handling. It's a solution for users looking for a part with proven quality and precise fit for BMW 3 Series E46 sedan or touring models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8240406-MRG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8240406
• Substitutable numbers: 41358240406, 8240406
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Green
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW E46

The presented fender has been specifically designed for the BMW 3 Series E46 sedan and touring body styles, taking into account the characteristic front-end lines and factory mounting points. Its placement on the vehicle is identified as front – right side, allowing for unambiguous identification of the part when planning collision repairs or replacing a corroded panel.

Thanks to its construction adhering to factory BMW standards, the fender maintains proper gaps between the hood, bumper, and doors, which facilitates body alignment after repairs. This is particularly important for cars where precise part fitment and stable mounting of headlights and wheel arches are crucial.

Technical Specifications and Meergruen Color

The fender is manufactured as a structural element of the front body, working in conjunction with the wheel arch, bumper, and headlight mounts. Its designation as Front, Right indicates its role in protecting the right side of the wheel well from water, mud, and road debris, as well as contributing to the vehicle's aerodynamics.

The Green color in the Meergruen shade allows for visual consistency with the original body paint, reducing the scope of potential painting work. In many cases, this allows for installation without the need for a full repaint, especially when other body panels are in a similar visual condition.

Part Condition and Application in Repairs

As a used part, the fender is marked as Used, meaning it comes from a dismantled vehicle and may show signs of wear typical for used body parts. This type of component is particularly useful for economical repairs where maintaining factory geometry and mounting points is important while limiting costs compared to new body panels.

In practice, this type of fender is used in situations such as:

• repairing damage from a front-right collision,
• replacing a corroded part or one with significant paint defects,
• restoring the original body appearance after unprofessional bodywork.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Fender

Using an original BMW fender in Meergruen color offers a range of practical advantages:

• Factory Fitment – maintains original body lines and proper gaps between parts.
• Mounting Compatibility – correct integration with the wheel arch, bumper, headlight, and inner shields.
• Color Consistency – the Meergruen shade facilitates matching with the existing vehicle paint.
• Optimized Repair Costs – a used OEM part helps reduce expenses while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship.

Expanding BMW Body Configuration

If you are planning a comprehensive body renovation or replacing multiple panels on your BMW 3 Series E46, it's worth considering selecting other body parts from the same brand and model line to maintain technical and visual consistency. In such cases, if you need other body components related to wheel protection and side panels from this brand, check the available parts in the BMW Wheel Arches and Rear Fenders category.

If, alongside body repairs, you are considering improving the appearance of your wheels or replacing rims with more visually appealing ones, a practical guide on refurbishing and purchasing alloy wheels might be helpful – you can find it in the article Used Wheels Like New: A Guide to Buying and Refurbishing Alloy Wheels, which will help you better plan further work on your car.