BMW F07 GT Rear Left Door N/S Grab Handle Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F07 GT Rear Left Door N/S Grab Handle Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component from the Door handles category, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. The Black Sapphire Metallic paint finish ensures visual consistency with the factory BMW bodywork and reduces the need for additional painting after installation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7175731-BS3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7175731
• Substitutable numbers: 51217175731, 7175731, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and BMW fitment

The handle has been designed specifically for the BMW F07 series body, taking into account the geometry of the rear driver-side door. The correct placement on the vehicle: rear left guarantees proper fitment with the door panel, seals, and lock mechanism, which translates into the correct operation of the entire door assembly.

Its original BMW origin ensures the preservation of the proper styling line characteristic of the brand's models, as well as compatibility with factory mounts and internal door components.

Color and Black Sapphire Metallic finish

The Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 finish is a popular BMW metallic paint that effectively masks minor dirt and highlights the body lines. Using the factory shade facilitates:

• maintaining a uniform color scheme across the entire side of the vehicle,
• limiting the scope of paint work after replacing the handle,
• preserving the original appearance of the car after repair.

Thanks to this, the component is suitable for both post-accident repairs and replacing a worn handle to improve the vehicle's aesthetics.

Performance characteristics and installation

As an item from the Door handles category, the product is responsible for the convenient opening and closing of the rear left door, and its construction is adapted to the standard BMW F07 solutions. The used condition of the part allows for an economical repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

The handle is prepared for installation in the factory location, using standard mounting points. This makes service work predictable and minimizes the risk of issues with fitting the component to the door panel.

Use in body repairs

The component is suitable for situations where there has been mechanical damage to the handle, paint scratches, or a need for replacement after a collision. Replacing it with an original handle in Black Sapphire Metallic allows you to restore:

• proper functionality of the rear door opening,
• a consistent look for the side of the body,
• compliance with BMW factory specifications for door hardware.

Repair expansion – BMW Door handles

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as exterior handles, handles for other doors, or additional trim elements, check the available parts in the BMW Door handles category.

Technical support and additional knowledge

When working on the body and door area, there is often a need for a better understanding of related vehicle systems, including the mechanisms responsible for steering and handling. To expand your knowledge of car construction and the diagnostics of wear-and-tear components, it is worth reading the article Steering system and power steering – how it works and what fails?, which practically discusses the operation of key components and examples of used parts.