BMW F20 Complete Rear Right Grab Handle O/S Black Sapphire Metallic 7242566

BMW F20 Complete Rear Right Grab Handle O/S Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component designed for the rear right side of the vehicle, ensuring proper operation of the passenger door. Finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, this handle maintains visual consistency with the factory paintwork and the aesthetics characteristic of the BMW brand. It is a practical solution for replacing a damaged part when you require a solid fit and want to preserve the original look of your car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7242566-BS2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242566
• Substitutable numbers: 51227242566, 7242566, 7321642
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented handle is a component from the Door handles group, specifically designed for installation on the rear right side of the BMW F20 series body. The vehicle placement is factory-specified, which facilitates the selection of the correct component when repairing a specific side of the body. This helps you avoid installation issues and ensures that the geometry and mounting method match the manufacturer's original solutions.

Color and body aesthetics

The handle in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade is matched to the popular BMW paint palette, allowing for a consistent stylistic line of the vehicle without the need for additional painting, provided the color matches. The metallic black blends well with both light and dark body elements, emphasizing the car's characteristic, understated look. Replacing a damaged handle with an original part in this color helps minimize shade differences and improves the overall appearance of the side of the car.

Technical and functional characteristics

As an original BMW part, the handle is designed to work correctly with the lock mechanism and other door components. The construction provides proper force distribution during opening and closing, which translates into consistent mechanism operation and user comfort. The product has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates compatibility verification with specific vehicle configurations in service catalogs and parts selection systems.

Condition and service application

The handle is offered as a used part, which is a sensible choice for maintenance and post-accident repairs when the priority is to maintain original specifications while optimizing costs. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where only the external part of the door handle is damaged, while the remaining structural elements remain functional. Replacing the handle restores full door opening functionality and improves the visual condition of the side body without interfering with other vehicle systems.

Benefits of using an original BMW handle

Using an original BMW door handle offers several significant advantages:

• preservation of factory fitment to the door shape and body lines,
• color consistency with the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint,
• compatibility with the factory lock mechanism and mountings,
• ability to use existing catalog numbers to verify compatibility.

Thanks to this, the replacement of a damaged part proceeds more efficiently, and the final result is closer to the factory assembly than in the case of universal aftermarket replacements.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as external handles, internal opening levers, or handle housings, check out the available parts in the BMW door handles category.