BMW F12 F13 Door Front Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

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 F12 F13 Door Front Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for professional repair or factory bodywork replacement. This solution is for users who expect precise fitment, maintenance of body lines, and paint consistency with the rest of the vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7228569-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7228569
• Substitutable numbers: 7228569, 41517228569
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW F12/F13

The offered item is a complete front left door shell designed for the BMW F12/F13 series, i.e., the high-class Cabrio and Coupé versions. The positioning on the vehicle, defined as the front on the driver's side, ensures proper alignment with the fender, rocker panel, and roofline, which is crucial for both body geometry and correct door closing.

As a dismantled part, the door retains its factory geometry and mounting holes, which facilitates the transfer of accessories (lock, window, wiring, upholstery) from the previous component. This allows for minimizing bodywork and focusing on precise installation.

Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 color and paint aspects

The factory color Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 is a popular, dark metallic paint used in premium BMW models. Using a door in the same shade often allows for limiting the scope of painting to the joining areas or performing so-called blending, which shortens repair time and reduces body preparation costs.

For body and paint shops, this means:

• easier shade matching to other body components,
• less interference with the vehicle's original paint coating,
• the ability to maintain the factory look and character of the car.

Component characteristics and installation benefits

The door belongs to the Doors and door panels group, meaning it is a key structural element of the side body. It is responsible not only for aesthetics but also for:

• proper window guidance and seal tightness,
• stable mounting of hinges and the lock,
• appropriate force distribution in the side zone during operation.

A used, original BMW body component often represents a favorable compromise between quality and repair cost – it retains the factory construction while avoiding fitment issues typical of lower-class aftermarket parts.

Condition, origin, and use in repairs

The door is offered as a used original BMW component, which in practice means the preservation of the factory sheet metal structure and mounting points. This type of part is particularly recommended for post-accident repairs when the goal is to restore the original side stiffness and the correct layout of gaps between body panels.

Choosing original doors from dismantling is often preferred by workshops specializing in the BMW brand because it enables:

• compliance with the manufacturer's service documentation,
• easier transfer of factory equipment,
• reduction of the need for additional bodywork modifications.

If you are considering whether it is better to refurbish an existing component or install a used original part, it is worth reading the practical discussion in the article Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repair?.

Expanding the door zone in BMW – related elements

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

In summary, the BMW F12 F13 Door Front Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is a technically refined, original body component that allows for restoring the factory look and functionality of the side of the vehicle, while maintaining high-quality fitment and visual consistency with the rest of the bodywork.