BMW E90 E91 Side Panel Fender Wing Front Right O/S Bluewater Metallic - 896

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 E91 Front Right Fender Bluewater Blue Metallic - 896 is an original body part from the Front Fenders category, designed for the front right side of the car. The paint in the Bluewater Metallic - 896 shade allows for an aesthetic match to the factory body color, making it easier to replace a damaged part without the need for full repainting of the entire side of the vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7135680-WB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7135680
• Substitutable numbers: 41357135680, 7135680, 63217177697, 7177697
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and Fitment for BMW

The presented fender has been specifically designed for BMW 3 Series E90 and E91 models, aiming to preserve the factory body geometry. Its placement on the vehicle, designated as the front – right side, ensures proper alignment with the hood, bumper, doors, and other body panels, which is important for both appearance and aerodynamics.

Thanks to its original construction, the fender works with factory mounting points, simplifying installation and minimizing the need for additional modifications. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, restorations, and bringing the vehicle back to a factory-like condition.

Bluewater Metallic - 896 Color and Aesthetic Qualities

The Bluewater Metallic - 896 shade is a distinctive BMW metallic paint that accentuates the body lines and pairs well with chrome and dark accents. Using a pre-painted part can reduce the scope of painting work, which is beneficial both in terms of time and cost.

The metallic structure of the paint finish ensures a cohesive visual appearance with other body elements in the same color, and the appropriately chosen shade facilitates matching for local touch-ups or paint corrections. This is particularly important in repairs where maintaining a uniform color across the entire side of the vehicle is crucial.

Characteristics of the Used Fender

This part is a used item, meaning it is a pre-owned component that retains its original BMW construction and mounting parameters. Such components are often chosen for repairs where a balance between reasonable cost and maintaining original quality is a priority.

A used front fender allows for an economical repair of wheel arch damage, corrosion, or collision-induced deformation, while maintaining the correct shape of the door, hood, and bumper edges. This is a practical solution for body shops and individual owners who care about the technical condition of their vehicle's bodywork.

Application in Repairs and Modifications

The front right fender in Bluewater Metallic is suitable for both standard post-accident repairs and restoration projects or subtle visual tuning, where the goal is to restore or maintain a cohesive body line. Its factory shape allows for correct panel gap alignment, which contributes to the overall appearance of the vehicle.

This part is particularly useful in situations where the existing fender has suffered mechanical damage or corrosion around the wheel arch, mounting points, or the edge where it meets the sill. Replacing it with an original panel restores the proper rigidity of this body section and prepares the vehicle for further painting or protective work.

Related Products and Technical Knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end repair and also need other parts from the Front Fenders category for this brand, check the available parts in the BMW Front Fenders category.

For those interested in more extensive visual and technical modifications, practical tips on selecting used components may be useful – you can find them in the article Best Used Parts for Tuning Your Car, which discusses how to make informed choices when selecting body parts and other components for tuning projects.