BMW E81 E87 Front Bumper Grille Kidney Trim Left N/S 7128613

BMW E81 E87 LCI Left Chrome Kidney Grille is an original part from the Grilles and Radiator Grilles category, designed for installation on the left side of the front body. The chrome finish ensures a consistent look with the factory BMW design, and the OEM construction allows for precise fitting to the bumper and hood.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7128613
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51137128613
• Substitutable numbers: 51137128613, 7128613, 51137077129, 7077129
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and Fitment

The left chrome kidney grille is specifically designed for the facelifted (LCI) BMW 1 Series E81/E87 models. The part is mounted in the front fascia area on the left side, which guarantees proper alignment with factory mounting points and maintains the original body line.

Thanks to its design, which is consistent with the manufacturer's solutions, the grille allows for seamless replacement of a damaged or worn kidney without the need for body modifications or additional adapters.

Construction and Technical Specifications

The chrome-plated frame surface provides the characteristic BMW look, emphasizing the line of the hood and bumper. The part belongs to the Grilles and Radiator Grilles group, meaning it is responsible for both the aesthetics of the vehicle's front and the proper airflow to the engine compartment.

The grille's construction is optimized for:

• stable mounting in factory attachment points,
• resistance to typical operational loads (wind, minor debris, temperature changes),
• maintaining the correct front geometry of the vehicle after replacing the part.

Condition and Benefits of Use

The offered kidney grille is a used part, allowing for an economical repair of the vehicle's front while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. Choosing a used part is a sensible solution in case of damage to the factory grille, e.g., after a collision or intensive use.

Using this grille allows you to:

• restore a cohesive look to the left side of the BMW's front fascia,
• maintain the original styling character of the E81/E87 LCI model,
• ensure proper airflow to the radiator and engine compartment.

Application in Service and After-Collision Repairs

The BMW E81 E87 LCI Left Chrome Kidney Grille is suitable for both professional body and paint shops as well as workshops specializing in the BMW brand. The part is particularly useful for front-end repairs after minor collisions, when it is necessary to replace a single left-side kidney without affecting other components.

Precise fitting to the lines of the hood and bumper facilitates achieving even gaps and an aesthetically pleasing installation, which is important both visually and for subsequent resale of the car.

Other BMW Grilles and Radiator Grilles

If you are also looking for other BMW Grilles and Radiator Grilles for your car, check out our dedicated category: BMW grilles and radiator grilles. There you will find a wide selection of front fascia parts tailored to various models of this brand.

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