BMW 1 E81 E82 E88 Door Front Left N/S Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue Metallic - A76

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 1 E81 E82 E88 Door Front Left N/S Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue Metallic - A76 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. The paint in the Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76 shade ensures visual consistency of the bodywork and facilitates matching the factory finish of the BMW 1 Series E81/E88.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7207445-DSB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7207445
• Substitutable numbers: 41007207445, 7207445, 41517193217, 7193217, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The presented door has been designed as a body component mounted in the front area, on the driver's side. Thanks to the factory geometry, the correct body lines, mounting gaps, and compatibility with the factory hinges, lock, window, and seals intended for this generation of BMW are maintained.

Proper structural fitment translates into correct closing, stable window operation, and proper functioning of the lock and handle mechanisms after transferring the equipment from the previous door.

Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76 color

The door is factory-painted in Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76, a color characteristic of the BMW palette. The metallic coating provides an aesthetic, deep shade of blue that harmonizes well with the 1 Series body line. For many users, this means the possibility of limiting the scope of painting solely to a potential shade adjustment, rather than a full repaint of the component.

In the case of accident repairs or replacing corroded doors, such a component allows for restoring a consistent appearance to the side of the body, while maintaining the visual effect characteristic of BMW.

Characteristics of the used component

The door comes from dismantling, which means these are original BMW components with preserved factory construction and sheet metal structure. A used body component is a cost-effective solution that also allows for maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's factory standards.

In practice, this means:

• maintaining the original rigidity and shape of the panel,
• factory pressings and lines characteristic of the E81/E88 series,
• the possibility of transferring equipment from the previous door (depending on the car's configuration).

Application in body repairs

Replacing the complete front left door is particularly beneficial in cases of damage resulting from side collisions, severe corrosion, or structural deformations where body repair would be unprofitable. Using a ready-made component from the Doors and door panels group allows for shortening repair time and facilitates workshop work.

Such a solution is often chosen by service centers specializing in the BMW brand, where both correct body geometry and maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance after repair are important.

Integration with other BMW body components

The door works with factory sill, fender, pillar, and seal elements, which is important for cabin tightness and reducing noise while driving. A properly selected body component helps maintain correct body panel alignment, which affects comfort and vehicle aesthetics.

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

For drivers interested in the broader context of using original components in premium cars, it is worth reading an article describing how used parts help preserve the Audi brand character – more information can be found in the material Audi and emotions in their purest form. How do used parts help maintain the brand's DNA?.