BMW X5 Series E53 Door Rear Left N/S Stahlgrau Steel Grey Metallic - 400

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.

The BMW X5 E53 Left Rear Door Stahlgrau is an original body part from the Doors and Door Panels group, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. Finished in the factory color Stahlgrau Metallic - 400, it allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of damaged paneling without altering the body's geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8256827-STH
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8256827
• Substitutable numbers: 41528256827, 8256827
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Stahlgrau Metallic - 400
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and Fitment for BMW X5 E53

The presented left rear door has been specifically designed for the BMW X5 E53 model, maintaining the factory mounting points for hinges, lock, and seals. This ensures proper alignment with the body line, correct closing, and compatibility with the vehicle's original mounting components.

Its placement in the rear section, on the driver's side, means this part is responsible for both passenger protection and the rigidity of the vehicle's side body structure. Replacing the complete door panel is the preferred solution for significant damage where bodywork repair would be less cost-effective or more difficult to perform.

Stahlgrau Metallic Color – Benefits for Body Repair

The door is finished in Stahlgrau Metallic - 400, which facilitates matching the factory paint of the BMW X5 E53 in this shade. For many repair scenarios, this means the scope of painting can be limited to blending and polishing rather than a full repaint of the entire panel, reducing repair time and cost.

The metallic paint finish ensures consistency with the original styling of the BMW body, maintaining the characteristic, understated look typical of this model. This is particularly important for fleet vehicles or cars where maintaining a uniform visual appearance is crucial.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The door comes from a dismantled vehicle, meaning it is a used part but still functional for continued use. Such elements are often chosen for accident repairs when preserving the original body structure while optimizing costs is a priority.

For used doors, it is important that they retain their factory geometry and panel structure, which simplifies installation and adjustment of gaps between body panels. This is a practical solution for body and paint shops, allowing for reduced fitting time and less straightening work.

Application in Body Repairs and Upgrades

This part is suitable for both standard replacement of damaged doors after a collision and for comprehensive renovation of the side body section of the BMW X5 E53. It can be used in:

• accident repairs requiring the replacement of the entire door panel,
• restoring the vehicle's factory appearance after corrosion or previous low-quality repairs,
• restoration projects where preserving original BMW structural elements is important.

Thanks to its preserved factory shape and mounting points, installation in most cases is limited to mechanical work and potential paint blending, without the need to interfere with the structure of the pillar or sills.

BMW Doors and Door Panels – Expanding Repair Scope

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as external panels, internal structures, or additional panels, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and Door Panels category.

For users who want to better understand the specifics of the used parts market and the process of verifying their technical condition, a practical guide describing the key stages of purchasing second-hand components may be helpful – you can find it in the article How to Buy a Used Car Engine and Avoid Pitfalls – A Step-by-Step Guide.