BMW F30 F31 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F30 F31 Front Left Fender Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body part from the Front Fenders category, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. Finished in the factory Black Sapphire Metallic color, it helps maintain a consistent body appearance and the correct geometry of the front body section after collision repair or replacement of a worn part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7438439-BS3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7438439
• Substitutable numbers: 7438439, 41007438439, 7298027, 41357298027
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and Fitment for BMW F30/F31

The presented left front fender has been specifically designed for the body structure of the BMW 3 Series F30/F31 generation. Proper profiling of edges, creases, and mounting areas ensures correct alignment with the hood, bumper, doors, and front compartment mounting points. This ensures that the body line is maintained after proper installation, and the gaps between panels remain even.

Black Sapphire Metallic Color – Repair Benefits

The fender is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, which in many cases allows for limiting the scope of painting work to only necessary touch-ups for color matching. For the user, this means:

• faster body repair completion,
• reduced costs of full element painting,
• easier preservation of the original BMW finish character.

The metallic black of Black Sapphire effectively masks minor shade differences, which is particularly beneficial when fitting a used part onto an existing vehicle paint coat.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The fender is intended for installation on the front left side of the body, according to BMW's factory mounting points. The element's design includes:

• a properly shaped edge near the driver's door,
• the contact area with the headlight and front bumper,
• the upper line of contact with the hood and cowl panel.

The appropriate weight of the fender contributes to maintaining the proper rigidity of the front body section, while not negatively impacting suspension load distribution. Installation is performed in place of the original part, using original mounting points and standard solutions employed in the 3 Series F30/F31.

Condition of the Part and Application in Repairs

This is a used part, making it an attractive solution for collision repairs, body restorations, or bringing a car back to a factory-like condition at controlled costs. An original BMW fender ensures proper fitment to the vehicle's structure, which is particularly important for setting panel gaps and maintaining the factory body line.

Selection Support and Related Products

If, during a comprehensive body repair, you also need other parts from the front fender category for this brand, check the available parts in the BMW Front Fenders category.

For larger repairs, the question of the cost-effectiveness of using used suspension components and accompanying parts often arises – you can find more practical information in the article Stock vs. Sport Suspension – Construction Differences and Is It Worth Buying Used Suspension Parts?.