BMW E90 E91 Side Panel Fender Wing Front Left N/S Bluewater Blue Water - 896

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 E91 Front Left Fender Bluewater - 896 is an original body part from the Front Fenders category, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. Finished in the attractive Bluewater Metallic - 896 color, it allows for a visually consistent match with the factory paint and restores the body's aesthetics after damage or corrosion.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7135679-WB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7135679
• Substitutable numbers: 41357135679, 7135679, 34337802207, 7802207
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and Fitment

The presented fender has been specifically designed for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 models, taking into account the body's geometry and factory mounting points. Its placement on the vehicle, specified as the front left side, ensures unambiguous fitment to the correct body quarter, simplifying part selection for accident repairs or restorations.

The part comes from the BMW group, which means it maintains the correct wheel arch line, gaps between panels, and compatibility with factory mountings for the bumper, headlights, and wheel arch liners. This allows for predictable installation without the need for structural modifications.

Bluewater Metallic - 896 Color and Finish

The Bluewater Metallic - 896 color is a distinctive metallic shade used on the BMW E90/E91, allowing for an aesthetic match of the fender to the vehicle's original paint. For body and paint shops, this means the possibility of limiting the painting scope to blending adjacent panels or, under favorable conditions, using the existing coating as a base.

The metallic paint structure ensures a cohesive visual appearance with other body panels, and proper surface preparation before installation and potential painting allows for an even gloss and correct color transitions.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The fender is sourced from the aftermarket, which is a beneficial solution for users seeking parts at a reasonable price while maintaining original geometry and material. A used part often allows for reduced repair costs compared to new aftermarket alternatives, while preserving the factory fit with the hood, doors, and bumper.

For installation, the standard workshop procedure is recommended: verify the surface condition, dry-fit to the body, then finalize gap settings and tighten mountings according to the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. This approach ensures stable fender seating and the correct body line.

Application in Body Repairs

Replacing the front left fender is a common operation after front-side collisions, parking damage, or advanced corrosion in the wheel arch area. Using an original part from the Front Fenders category facilitates:

• restoring the original body geometry in the front wheel area,
• correct mounting of wheel arch liners and plastic components,
• maintaining the correct joining line with the hood, doors, and bumper,
• preparing the vehicle for further painting work without additional modifications.

For workshops specializing in BMW E90/E91, such a part serves as a practical base for professional repair, and for the end-user, it offers the opportunity to restore the vehicle's cohesive appearance.

Selecting Other BMW Front Fenders

If you are planning a comprehensive body repair or replacing multiple body panels on your BMW, it is worth considering other parts from the same group to maintain a uniform standard of execution and fit. To simplify the selection of compatible panels for different models of this brand, check available parts in the BMW Front Fenders category.

Technical Support and Component Knowledge

During major body repairs, there is often a need to simultaneously verify the condition of the drivetrain, including the gearbox, which allows for better budget planning and avoidance of unforeseen costs. If you wish to expand your knowledge on typical gearbox failures and the principles of safely purchasing used components, it is worth reading the article Gearbox: Manual, Automatic, or DSG – Typical Failures and a Guide to Buying a Used Gearbox.