BMW F10 Door Front Left N/S F11 Glacier Silver Metallic - A83

Listing details and visual condition of the part

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

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

BMW F10 Door Front Left N/S F11 Glacier Silver Metallic - A83 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for front left-side installation in 5 Series models. This is a solution for users who want to maintain factory body geometry, consistent body lines, and the high build quality characteristic of the BMW brand. The component in Glacier Silver Metallic - A83 allows for precise visual matching to the vehicle's existing paint or preparation for repainting.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7206107-GSB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7206107
• Substitutable numbers: 41007206107, 7206107
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Glacier Silber Metallic - A83
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW 5 Series

These doors have been designed for the BMW 5 Series F10/F11 generation body, taking into account factory mounting points, body lines, and sealing edges. The vehicle placement, defined as front – left side, ensures a precise fit for the specific body position, which facilitates bodywork planning and reduces assembly time.

The original door construction guarantees the maintenance of proper lateral rigidity, correct window operation, and compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and fittings. As a result, after replacement, it is possible to achieve correct gaps between body panels and proper operation of opening and closing mechanisms.

Structural and paint characteristics

The door belongs to the Doors and door panels category, meaning it constitutes a complete outer body panel responsible for protecting the side of the cabin and properly guiding seals and windows. The construction is prepared to work with factory equipment such as moldings, seals, fittings, or electrical harnesses – their transfer from the previous component is therefore technically straightforward.

The Glacier Silver Metallic - A83 color is a popular shade of metallic silver paint used by BMW, which facilitates visual matching during post-accident repairs. In practice, this often allows for limiting the scope of painting to local blending or preparing the component as a base for a full repaint in a different color, while maintaining the appropriate surface structure.

Condition, functionality, and use in repairs

The component is offered as a used part, which is a cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Compared to aftermarket replacements, original salvaged doors provide better fitment with the body line, predictable mounting points, and compliance with factory dimensional tolerances.

Such doors are particularly suitable for:

• post-accident repairs involving damage to the side of the body,
• corrosion correction and advanced rust spots on original doors,
• restoring the vehicle to a factory-like state after previous, unprofessional body repairs.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, it is possible to correctly adjust the lock, hinges, and windows, which translates into comfort of use and reduction of unwanted noises, such as rattles or leaks at higher speeds.

Benefits of using original BMW doors

Using original front left doors in a BMW F10/F11 brings a number of practical benefits:

• Structural body consistency – preservation of factory body lines, edges, and styling cues characteristic of the 5 Series.
• Better fitment with existing components – compatibility with the fender, rocker panel, hood, and A-pillar, which facilitates setting even gaps.
• Repair cost optimization – a used part allows for reduced expenses while maintaining original BMW quality.
• Preparation for professional painting – the factory surface structure promotes an even paint coating.

Repair expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or additional panels, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

For users interested in a broader approach to servicing premium cars using original salvaged parts, it is worth checking out the guide: Luxury within reach – how to service a Porsche legend using proven used parts. Although it concerns a different brand, it demonstrates a practical approach to cost optimization while maintaining high-quality service.