BMW F30 Rear Left Door N/S Saloon Liquid Blue Metallic - B40

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 Liquid Blue Metallic - B40 is an original body component designed for a precise replacement of the factory rear driver-side door. This used panel from the Doors and door panels category allows for the restoration of correct body geometry and a consistent side profile without the need for costly bodywork repairs. The distinctive Liquid Blue Metallic paint makes it easier to visually match the vehicle's existing paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7298513-LBL
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7298513
• Substitutable numbers: 41007298513, 7298513, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Liquid Blue Metallic - B40
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW F30

The component is designed as a rear left door for the BMW 3 Series F30 generation saloon, ensuring that factory hinge mounting points, locks, and seals are maintained. This allows for the restoration of the original side body rigidity and proper alignment of window lines and seals, which is crucial for both safety and acoustic comfort.

The door is ready for installation in place of the factory component, maintaining the original geometry of edges, creases, and flanges, which facilitates the adjustment of gaps between the door, the fender, and the pillar.

Liquid Blue Metallic B40 color and paintwork aspect

The factory Liquid Blue Metallic B40 color is a distinctive metallic shade used on the BMW F30, providing a modern, dynamic look to the body. Using a door in the same paint code limits the scope of paintwork required – in many cases, local blending or polishing is sufficient instead of a full repaint of the entire side of the vehicle.

The metallic paint coating on this component helps maintain visual consistency with the remaining body panels, which is essential for post-accident repairs and restoring the car's original appearance.

Characteristics of the used component

The door comes from dismantling, which means the original sheet metal structure and factory technological folds are preserved. A used body component is a good solution in situations where technical correctness, compatibility with the vehicle's structure, and reasonable repair costs are the priority.

A properly selected BMW F30 Rear Left Door N/S Saloon Liquid Blue Metallic - B40 helps reduce the amount of body filler and straightening required, which translates into a more stable paint coating in the long term and a lower risk of stress and cracks appearing on the surface.

Assembly and functional aspects

The component from the Doors and door panels category is prepared for the transfer of equipment from the existing door, such as upholstery, wiring harnesses, or locks, according to the configuration of a specific BMW F30 unit. Thanks to the preservation of the factory design, it is possible to correctly align the door relative to the pillars and sills, which affects tightness and daily operating comfort.

The appropriate weight of the panel promotes stable operation of the hinges and lock, and proper door balancing facilitates closing and reduces the loads acting on the body over a longer period of use.

Expanding the BMW side body zone

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

To better understand the advantages of using dismantled components in vehicles of other brands and the approach to selecting used parts, it is worth reading an article describing the practical aspects of assembly and operation – you can find it here: Volkswagen – solidity and reliability. Why are used VW parts a reasonable choice?.