Side Panel Fender BMW X3 E83 Wing Front Right O/S Flamenco Red Metallic - 470

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Side Panel Fender BMW X3 E83 Wing Front Right O/S Flamenco Red Metallic - 470 is an original body component from the Front fenders group, designed for the right side of the vehicle's front section. Finished in the attractive Flamenco Red Metallic - 470 color, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct repair of the wheel arch without the need for fitting poor-quality aftermarket replacements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3405922-FLA
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3405922
• Substitutable numbers: 41353405922, 3405922, 41353405924, 3405924
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Flamenco Red Metallic - 470
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment

The presented fender has been designed specifically for BMW X3 E83 series models, intended for installation on the front right side of the body. Proper profiling of the edges, creases, and mounting points ensures a correct fit with the hood, bumper, headlight, and door, which facilitates achieving even panel gaps and a stable seating of the component after repair.

Thanks to its factory origin, compatibility with the body line and original mounting points is maintained. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where dimensional precision and the ability to install the part in place of the damaged element without issues are crucial.

Color Flamenco Red Metallic - 470

The fender is finished in Flamenco Red Metallic - 470, characteristic of many BMW X3 E83 units. The metallic red gives the body a dynamic yet elegant character, blending well with both light and dark styling accents.

Having a component already in the correct paint shade often allows for limiting the scope of paintwork to potential touch-ups or polishing, which can shorten repair time and help restore a consistent appearance to the entire right side of the vehicle.

Characteristics of the used component

The fender belongs to the group of used parts, meaning it comes from vehicle dismantling. Such components are frequently chosen for repairs where combining reasonable costs with maintaining the original body structure is important. A used OEM component usually fits the existing body geometry better than many aftermarket parts with simplified construction.

In practice, this translates into:

• easier alignment with factory mounting points,
• maintenance of the proper stiffness and shape of the wheel arch,
• a consistent look of the vehicle's side line after the repair is completed.

Benefits of using an original front fender

Using an original front fender on a BMW X3 E83 allows for maintaining the factory characteristics of the body. The proper geometry of the component promotes correct load distribution within the front part of the bodywork and facilitates subsequent service work in the area of the wheel arch, suspension, or headlight mounting.

The main advantages of such a solution include, among others:

• visual consistency with other body panels,
• preservation of the original design line of the BMW X3 E83,
• the ability to precisely set gaps between elements,
• reduction of the risk of assembly problems resulting from dimensional differences.

Expanding your BMW body repair

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch zone and the front body section of your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional fenders, panels, or reinforcements, check out the available parts in the BMW Front fenders category.

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