BMW E81 E87 E87N LCI Front Right Trim Kidney Grille O/S Chrome 7128614

BMW E81 E87 Right Grille Kidney Chrome is a part from the Grilles and Radiator Grilles category, designed for installation on the right side of the front body. The chrome finish ensures a consistent look with the factory BMW styling, and the design compliant with the manufacturer's solutions facilitates fitting to the bumper and hood.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7128614
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7128614
• Substitutable numbers: 51137128614, 7128614, 7077130
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and Fitment for BMW E81 / E87

The right grille – popularly called a “kidney” – has been designed as a front fascia element for BMW 1 Series E81 and E87 models. Its placement on the vehicle is specified as the front, right side, allowing for unambiguous part selection when replacing a damaged or worn component. By maintaining the factory mounting geometry, the grille works with the original mounting points in the front end.

Appearance and Chrome Finish

The chrome color of the frame gives the car's front a distinctive, elegant look typical of BMW. The metallic sheen surface blends well with both light and dark body paints, emphasizing the hood line and headlight shape. The chrome finish enhances the visual appeal of the car after repair, especially when replacing a damaged or faded grille.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The element belongs to the Grilles and Radiator Grilles group, responsible for directing air to the engine compartment and protecting the front end from minor mechanical damage. The grille's construction is adapted for use in the front of the vehicle, where it is exposed to variable weather conditions and airflow during driving.

As a used part, the grille is intended for service installation or post-accident repairs, where restoring the correct appearance and function of the front end is required. Using an original BMW solution minimizes the risk of fitting issues, gaps between parts, or improper seating in the bumper.

Practical Application and Benefits of Replacement

Replacing the right kidney grille with a functional part allows you to:

• restore the aesthetics of the vehicle's front after a collision or mechanical damage,
• maintain proper airflow to the radiator and engine compartment,
• preserve stylistic consistency with the left grille and other body elements,
• avoid problems with fitting the characteristic hood and bumper contours.

The original BMW design promotes stable mounting and reduces the risk of vibrations or looseness during operation, which is important for both driving comfort and the durability of the component.

Part Selection by Numbers and Integration with Other Components

The grille has a dedicated OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates precise identification in BMW catalogs and parts selection systems. This allows for verification of compatibility with a specific body version and model year, minimizing the risk of purchasing an incompatible part. Correct selection is particularly important for accident repairs when other front-end components are replaced simultaneously.

If you are looking for other BMW Grilles and Radiator Grilles for your car, check out the BMW grilles and radiator grilles available in our store to find a complete solution for your front end.

For drivers interested in a broader approach to vehicle servicing, including selecting parts by OEM numbers and proper diagnostics, we recommend the guide article Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair, which discusses practical aspects of operating and repairing components in modern cars.