BMW F30 Rear Left Door N/S Saloon 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 F30 Rear Left Door N/S Saloon Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side of the saloon model. It is a practical solution for users who need to replace a damaged door panel while maintaining the factory body lines and paint consistency in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7298513-BS3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7298513
• Substitutable numbers: 41007298513, 7298513
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW F30

The offered item is a complete rear left door, dedicated to the 3 Series F30 generation saloon body. The construction is based on the factory BMW design, ensuring that the correct contours, window lines, and edge geometry are preserved, which facilitates proper alignment with the fender, rocker panel, and B-pillar.

The positioning on the driver's side in the rear part of the body allows for a direct replacement of the damaged component without interfering with the structural integrity of the chassis. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where maintaining correct geometry and panel gaps is essential.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The door comes factory-painted in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade, one of the popular colors used on the BMW 3 Series F30. For many users, this means the ability to reduce the scope of paintwork – in many cases, simple alignment and polishing are sufficient instead of full repainting of the component from scratch.

The metallic paint provides an aesthetic, deep black shade with a subtle pearlescent effect, which helps maintain a consistent look for the entire body. With proper installation and surface preparation, it is possible to achieve a visually uniform surface with adjacent panels, which is important for both aesthetics and the vehicle's value.

Characteristics of the used component

The door comes from dismantling, which means these are original BMW parts with factory construction and sheet metal material preserved. A used body component is often a favorable compromise between cost and quality – you receive a panel with factory geometry, without the need to adjust aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment.

In the case of sheet metal components, it is important that the original door retains the correct rigidity, hinge mounting points, and technological holes for factory equipment. This facilitates the transfer of accessories from the previous door (glass, lock, wiring, upholstery) and shortens the assembly time in the workshop.

Application in bodywork and restoration repairs

The BMW F30 Rear Left Door N/S Saloon Black Sapphire Metallic will work well for both standard post-accident repairs and comprehensive body restoration. Replacing the entire door panel is often more predictable than extensive straightening and filling of a heavily damaged component, which translates into a more stable final result and a lower risk of subsequent deformations.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial when you want to maintain an even sheet metal structure, proper door closing, and correct seal adhesion, which affects acoustic comfort inside the cabin and protection against moisture.

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 outer skins, door frames, or sheet metal panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

Technical support and knowledge about used parts

When selecting used body components, many drivers look for additional information on how to effectively upgrade their car and which components are worth replacing with original parts from dismantling. If you are interested in a broader context of using used parts, a comparison of factory solutions, and examples of upgrades, take a look at the article Hot-hatch legend: the evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 – structural changes and VW car parts, where practical aspects of selecting and replacing components in a popular model are discussed, which may also be helpful when planning work on your BMW.