BMW F20 Door Shell Rear Left N/S Midnight Blue Metallic - B38

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 F20 Door Shell Rear Left N/S Midnight Blue Metallic - B38 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the rear left side of F20 series models. This is a solution for users who expect factory-fit, consistent body geometry, and the preservation of the proper side profile of their BMW vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7284515-MBM
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7284515
• Substitutable numbers: 41527284515, 7284515, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Midnight Blue Metallic - B38
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW F20

The presented component is designed as a rear left door for the BMW F20 series, maintaining the original structure and mounting points. Its placement on the vehicle in the rear section on the driver's side ensures full compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and door equipment wiring, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications.

Thanks to the use of original geometry, the door allows for proper alignment with the fender, rocker panel, and pillar, which is important for both aesthetics and the sealing and acoustics of the interior. This is particularly important in post-accident repairs, where precise reproduction of the factory side body structure is essential.

Color and paint finish

The door is finished in Midnight Blue Metallic - B38, a dark, metallic paint characteristic of many BMW configurations. This color blends well with the F20 body line, emphasizing the dynamic character of the car and facilitating visual consistency when replacing a single component.

The metallic finish promotes even light distribution across the surface, which helps minimize the visibility of minor shade differences after potential paint matching. For body shops, this means a more convenient process of matching to adjacent body panels.

Technical characteristics and installation

As a component in the Doors and door panels category, the product serves as a complete structural base for further outfitting with equipment such as the window, lock, wiring harness, or upholstery (selected separately, according to the specific vehicle configuration). The design intended for installation in the rear left part of the body allows for maintaining proper side rigidity and the correct operation of the lock and seals.

The component has a specific weight, which is important both from a logistics perspective and for the operation of the hinges and the comfort of using the door in daily operation. The appropriately selected mass affects proper closing, stability in the guides, and the durability of the mounts.

Component condition and use in repairs

The door is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical yet technically correct repair of the BMW F20 body. Using an original component from the secondary market helps maintain factory fitment parameters without the need to resort to replacements with uncertain geometry.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, restorations, and returning the vehicle to a state close to factory condition, while maintaining visual and structural consistency. A used body component often allows for reducing the scope of bodywork, shortening repair time, and lowering its cost.

Benefits of using original BMW doors

Using original rear left doors in a BMW F20 translates into a number of practical benefits:

• factory fitment to body lines and mounting points,
• preservation of the correct geometry of the side body section,
• easier outfitting with original door components,
• color consistency with Midnight Blue Metallic paint after proper matching,
• possibility of economical repair while maintaining high component quality.

For vehicle owners and workshops, this means a more predictable repair process, lower risk of adjustment issues, and a better final result in terms of aesthetics and functionality.

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, door structures, or exterior panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

To better plan your repair budget and understand the impact of using original used components on the future value of the vehicle, it is worth reading our guide: Original used parts vs. resale value – how not to lose money?.