BMW 3 SERIES e90 e91 LCi Trim Cover Exterior Front Right O/S Arktis 0034044

BMW 3 SERIES e90 e91 LCi Trim Cover Exterior Front Right O/S Arktis is an original body component designed for post-facelift models, allowing you to restore the factory look of the vehicle's front end. Thanks to its precise fit to the body lines and the distinctive Arktis Arctic Metallic A34 color, the part integrates harmoniously with the remaining body panels. It is a practical solution for accident repairs, visual corrections, or replacing missing exterior details.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0034044-AM1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51130034044
• Substitutable numbers: 51130034044, 0034044, 51130401256, 0401256, 7179264, 7126940
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI

The described exterior trim cover is designed for installation on the front right side of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation after the facelift (LCI). The component's construction matches the factory dimensions and geometry of the bumper and adjacent panels, which facilitates installation and ensures consistent alignment with original body components.

As a part sourced from dismantling, the product retains its factory material characteristics and shape, which is particularly important for the precise reconstruction of the vehicle's front end after a collision or when replacing individual exterior elements.

Arktis Arctic Metallic A34 color and visual appeal

The element is finished in Arktis Arctic Metallic A34 paint, characteristic of selected BMW 3 Series configurations. As a result, it can:

• reduce the need for repainting when matching the existing finish,
• facilitate maintaining color consistency of the vehicle's front,
• speed up the visual body repair process.

In the case of more extensive body and paint work, this color also serves as a convenient reference point for the painter when selecting the shade and potentially blending adjacent elements.

Function in the body structure and practical application

The exterior trim cover serves as a supplementary finishing panel on the front right side of the body. Its purpose is to:

• close the stylistic line of the bumper and adjacent elements,
• protect selected parts of the structure from direct exposure to external factors,
• improve the aesthetics of the vehicle's front by covering mounts and technological gaps.

Thanks to the factory profile and properly contoured edges, the element works well with adjacent body parts, which reduces the risk of unnatural gaps or stresses after installation.

Characteristics of the used part and benefits of choosing OEM

As a used part, the exterior trim cover represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing an OEM component from dismantling allows you to:

• maintain factory fitment to the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI body,
• preserve consistency with the stylistic line and details characteristic of this generation,
• reduce expenses compared to purchasing a new element while maintaining the original geometry.

This solution works particularly well for repairs where it is crucial to recreate the vehicle's appearance in accordance with the factory design, without using aftermarket parts with different material characteristics.

Support for body repairs and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, trims, or additional finishing panels, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

When planning broader body and paint work, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding the selection of body elements from dismantling – you will find them in the article Bodywork and chassis – accident repairs using dismantled parts, which discusses, among other things, the process of selecting used panels, condition inspection, and typical repair stages.

For a comparison of the characteristics of sports versions and standard models of other brands, including differences in chassis construction and powertrains, you can also refer to the material Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers differentiate components depending on the vehicle's purpose.