BMW F30 Saloon Rear Left Door N/S Glacier Silver Metallic - A83

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 Saloon Rear Left Door N/S Glacier Silver Metallic - A83 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the rear left side of BMW F30 series models. Finished in the factory Glacier Silver Metallic - A83 color, it allows for a visually and technically consistent vehicle repair without the need for unreliable aftermarket replacements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7298513-GSB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7298513
• Substitutable numbers: 41007298513, 7298513
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Glacier Silber Metallic - A83
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for the BMW F30

The presented rear left door has been designed specifically for the BMW F30 body, maintaining factory geometry, body lines, and mounting points. This ensures proper alignment with the fender, rocker panel, pillar, as well as the window and seals, which is crucial for aesthetics, sealing, and passive safety.

The positioning on the vehicle, defined as rear, driver's side, facilitates the selection of the correct component for accident repairs, bodywork corrections, or replacing corroded panels. The original construction ensures compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and door equipment installation.

Glacier Silver Metallic - A83 color

The door is finished in Glacier Silver Metallic - A83, one of the popular silver metallic shades used on the BMW F30. Using the original color significantly simplifies the paint repair process – in many cases, local blending and polishing are sufficient instead of full repainting of the entire component from scratch.

For body and paint shops, this means savings in time and materials, and for the vehicle owner – a more predictable visual effect and better matching to the remaining body panels. A uniform shade of silver metallic also helps maintain a consistent look for the car for future resale.

Characteristics of the used component

The door belongs to the used parts category, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and retains the factory sheet metal structure and original mounting points. Such components are often chosen by professional service centers as a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original body quality.

In the case of doors, it is essential that the panel maintains proper rigidity, has not been excessively repaired, and allows for correct adjustment of panel gaps. Original BMW doors from this production series meet these requirements much better than random replacements with uncertain geometry.

Application in bodywork and restoration repairs

This component from the Doors and door panels category will work well for both typical accident repairs and body restoration, when it is necessary to replace the entire panel instead of repeated filling and straightening. Replacing the complete door often allows for shorter working times, reduced repair materials, and a more durable result.

In workshop practice, such a solution is particularly beneficial when damage involves edges, rims, or hinge mounting zones, where precise reconstruction of the sheet metal structure is time-consuming. Using original BMW F30 doors allows you to maintain the body line consistent with the manufacturer's factory specifications.

Support with selection and the importance of original parts

Selecting the right door for a specific version of the BMW F30 is facilitated by the manufacturer's markings and assignment to the correct side and axle of the vehicle. In case of doubt, it is worth verifying compatibility with your specific vehicle using vehicle data and service documentation to avoid installation issues.

If you want to better understand why using original body components affects the future value of the car, read the article: Original used parts vs. car resale value – how not to lose money?. This is a practical discussion of the benefits of choosing proven components instead of random replacements.

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, reinforcements, or complete door panels, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.