BMW X5 Series E53 Front Rear Left Grab Handle Cover N/S Sterlinggrau Grey 472

BMW X5 Series E53 Front Rear Left Grab Handle Cover N/S Sterlinggrau Grey is an original body component from the Door handles category, designed for installation on the left side of either the front or rear doors. Finished in Sterlinggrau Metallic - 472, it ensures a consistent vehicle appearance and maintains the factory styling line of the BMW X5 E53.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7002311-STG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7002311
• Substitutable numbers: 51217002315 51217002311, 7002315 7002311
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear, Left
• Color: Sterlinggrau Metallic - 472
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and vehicle placement

This door handle is designed for the side section of the BMW X5 E53 body, intended for the left side. It can be used for both front and rear doors, which facilitates part selection during post-collision repairs or when replacing worn-out components.

This range of application allows for flexible use of the product in various body configurations, while maintaining the correct mounting geometry and door opening ergonomics.

Color and visual matching

The handle is finished in the Sterlinggrau Metallic - 472 shade, characteristic of many BMW X5 E53 models. This allows for an aesthetic match to the factory paint without the need for additional painting, or with only minimal touch-ups, depending on the condition of the vehicle's paintwork.

The metallic paint structure ensures consistency with the BMW body styling line, and the precisely selected shade minimizes visual differences between the handle and adjacent body panels.

Technical and functional characteristics

As a component in the Door handles category, the product is responsible for the proper operation of the door opening mechanism and the comfort of daily vehicle use. The construction is prepared to work with the factory lock and linkage mechanism in the BMW X5 E53, which promotes the correct handle travel and consistent operation.

Using this part allows for an economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original geometry and manufacturing standards typical of the BMW brand, which is important for both durability and the future resale value of the car.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The item is offered in used condition, which provides a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original origin of the component. In practice, this means the ability to restore full door functionality at a lower cost than purchasing a new part.

Using an original, used handle reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of cheaper aftermarket replacements and also helps maintain the visual and structural integrity of the body.

Repair expansion and related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side section of your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as external handles, covers, or complete opening mechanisms, check the available parts in the BMW Door handles category.

If you are simultaneously working on improving the comfort and aesthetics of the cabin, you can find inspiration regarding the selection of interior equipment from the secondary market in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, which discusses a practical approach to vehicle interior modernization.