Door Front Left BMW F21 F22 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.

Door Front Left BMW F21 F22 N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the driver's side of compact BMW F2x series models. This used door panel in Black Sapphire Metallic paint allows for maintaining a consistent body style and proper front-end geometry without the need for fitting aftermarket replacements of uncertain origin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7298043-BS2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7298043
• Substitutable numbers: 41517298043, 7298043, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and body fitment

The presented front left door is designed for installation in the front driver-side area, which is crucial for safety, side rigidity, and maintaining the correct body lines. The component comes from the BMW F21/F22 family, ensuring it retains factory stampings, the correct edge profile, and compatibility with the original hinges, lock, and seals of the specific model.

Proper fitment of the door to the A-pillar and sill structure facilitates gap adjustment, reduces the risk of leaks, and minimizes the need for additional bodywork. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, where assembly precision and the stability of the entire side body section are paramount.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The door is factory-painted in the Black Sapphire Metallic shade, marked with paint code 475, which allows for a visually consistent match with a body of the same color. In many cases, this enables limiting the scope of painting to local touch-ups and polishing, rather than full repainting of the entire element.

For body shops and individual users, this means:

• easier verification of color compatibility with the rest of the bodywork,
• potential reduction in repair time,
• lower costs of painting materials.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the door retains its original sheet metal structure and factory mounting points, which promotes stable assembly and proper interaction with other body components. This type of element is particularly valued in repairs where the priority is to maintain body geometry as close to the factory standard as possible.

A used door panel allows for an economical vehicle restoration while maintaining the quality standards characteristic of the BMW brand. In practice, this translates into predictable behavior of the component during adjustment, closing, and daily operation.

Why choose original BMW Doors and door panels

Using original components from the Doors and door panels category is important for both safety and the vehicle's residual value. Factory doors ensure:

• compliance with crumple zone construction and passive safety systems,
• proper window and seal guidance, which reduces noise and water ingress,
• better fitment with fenders, the hood, and sills compared to random aftermarket replacements.

For owners of the BMW F21/F22 series, this means a more predictable repair process and a lower risk of issues with lock adjustments or window operation after installation.

Support with part selection and verification

When selecting a front door for a specific body version, it is worth paying attention to the manufacturer's markings, paint code, and vehicle placement. Proper identification of the component helps avoid dimensional discrepancies and finish differences that could extend repair time.

If you want to deepen your knowledge on the safe selection of components based on manufacturer markings and paint colors, use our practical guide: Online parts shopping without risk – 5 proven ways to verify component compatibility.

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