BMW E81 E87 LCI Rubbing Strip Rear Bumper Black II Schwarz 2 - 668

BMW E81 E87 LCI Rubbing Strip Rear Bumper Black II Schwarz 2 - 668 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for the rear section of the vehicle. The strip in Schwarz 2 - 668 color allows for a visually cohesive finish of the bumper, maintaining the vehicle's factory character and ensuring a proper fit to the body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0035912-SCH
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 35912
• Substitutable numbers: 51110035912, 0035912, 51127182373, 7182373
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the bumper strip

The presented strip is a component mounted in the rear body area, within the bumper zone. Its task is to aesthetically finish the edge and complete the bumper structure so that the whole forms a cohesive, factory-standard assembly. Thanks to its precise profile, the strip helps maintain the correct alignment of adjacent panels and limits the formation of unwanted gaps.

The Schwarz 2 - 668 color allows for maintaining a uniform color scheme with other painted elements in this shade, which is particularly important during post-accident repairs or when replacing individual body components.

Benefits of using an original BMW strip

Using an original bumper strip in BMW E81/E87 LCI models ensures:

• Factory geometric fit – the shape and mounts are consistent with the bumper design, which facilitates installation and allows for proper alignment.
• Cohesive appearance of the rear body section – the strip closes the bumper line, improving the vehicle's visual reception after repair.
• Compatibility with factory mounting points – no need for modifications or adjustments to the part.
• Possibility of use in partial repairs – replacing only the strip without interfering with other bumper components.

Color characteristics and visual matching

The finish in Schwarz 2 - 668 is dedicated to BMW units that use this specific shade of black. Thanks to this, the strip blends harmoniously with other body elements, without the color difference effect typical of non-factory replacements. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where maintaining the original look of the vehicle is a priority.

Its placement in the rear of the car means that this element has a significant impact on the visual perception of the entire bumper zone – a correctly selected strip helps restore the aesthetics close to the state before the damage.

Condition, installation, and service application

The strip comes from disassembly, which allows it to be used as an economical solution for service repairs while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of element is particularly useful for:

• post-accident repairs of the rear body section,
• replacing missing bumper components,
• restoring the factory look after previous modifications.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, the strip can be integrated into the existing bumper system without the need to interfere with the body structure, which shortens work time and facilitates the installation process.

Expanding repairs within the BMW bumper area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional strips, reinforcements, or covers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

For users interested in a broader context of selecting body elements, upgrades, and the impact of parts on the car's character, an article describing the evolution of a popular hot-hatch may be helpful – you can find it here: Hot-hatch legend: the evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 – design changes and VW car parts.