Rear Bumper BMW X4 F98 M Competition Trim Panel Cover PDC Black Sapphire - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

Rear Bumper BMW X4 F98 M Competition Trim Panel Cover PDC Black Sapphire is an original rear component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for the sporty X4 M Competition version. The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint finish ensures visual consistency with the factory bodywork, and the use of an original BMW component facilitates precise fitment and maintains the correct geometry of the vehicle's rear section.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8078839-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8078839
• Substitutable numbers: 8078839, 51128078839
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for BMW X4 F98 M Competition

The presented item is designed as a rear body component for the BMW X4 F98 in the M Competition version, integrated with the PDC (parking sensors) system. Its correct placement in the rear zone of the vehicle allows for the proper operation of parking assistance systems and maintains the body lines characteristic of the M version.

The original construction from the Bumpers and reinforcements group ensures compatibility with factory mounting points, which reduces the need for additional modifications and facilitates installation in a professional service center or a specialized body and paint shop.

Technical characteristics and Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color

The component is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, which is the factory BMW black metallic paint, allowing for color consistency with the rest of the body panels. The metallic structure of the paint works well with the lines of the X4 F98 M Competition, emphasizing the car's sporty character.

Its location in the rear zone of the vehicle means that the component interacts with the PDC system, which is why it is essential to use the correct, original part to maintain proper sensor functionality and adequate structural rigidity in the area of the bumper and reinforcements.

Used condition and benefits of using OE parts

The product is in used condition, which is a cost-effective solution for accident repairs or restoring the car to its factory appearance without the need to invest in a new component. Its original BMW origin helps maintain proper fitment with other body elements and ensures the predictable operation of safety systems and parking assistants.

Choosing a used OE element from the Bumpers and reinforcements group allows for reduced repair costs while maintaining a high level of quality, consistent with BMW's factory standards for the M Competition version.

Practical application in repairs and upgrades

The rear body component in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is suitable for both standard replacement after damage and for comprehensive restoration or conversion to the M Competition specification. Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, it is possible to correctly set the gaps between panels and recreate the factory body line.

In practice, this part is particularly useful in situations where it is required to:

• restore full functionality of the vehicle's rear zone with the PDC system,
• recreate the original look of the BMW X4 F98 M Competition after a collision,
• maintain color consistency with the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint.

Repair expansion – BMW Bumpers and reinforcements

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

More about the use of used parts in restoration projects

If you are interested in a broader context of using used components when refreshing premium class cars, including BMW models, it is worth checking out the guide describing strategies for upgrading and selecting body and equipment elements. Practical tips can be found in the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years, which discusses, among other things, aspects of compatibility, cost-effectiveness, and planning restoration work.