BMW Z4 E85 Frame Cover Light Rear Right O/S Maledivenblau Blue 2 A15 7025642

The BMW Z4 E85 Rear Right Light Frame Cover in Maledivenblau Maldives Blue 2 Metallic A15 is an original body part designed for the rear right side of the vehicle. It ensures a cohesive finish for the lighting area, maintaining the factory body line and the distinctive look of the Z4 model. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork and paint corrections, or restoring the car to its factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0031018-MAB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: P0031018
• Substitutable numbers: 0031018, 51710031018
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Maledivenblau Maldives Blue 2 Metallic - A15
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function of the Component

The described frame cover is designed for the rear right light of the BMW Z4 E85 generation. Its purpose is to precisely frame the lamp, close the edge of the body panel, and provide a stable connection with adjacent body panels. Thanks to its proper profile, the element helps maintain correct gaps between the lamp and the body, which contributes to the aesthetics and proper fit of the entire rear of the vehicle.

Its placement on the rear right side of the body facilitates part identification during component selection after a collision or localized damage. Replacing only the frame cover often allows avoiding more extensive bodywork, limiting the scope of repair to a specific section of the lighting area.

Color and Paint Matching

The component is factory finished in the Maledivenblau Maldives Blue 2 Metallic A15 shade, a characteristic metallic color used by BMW. For Z4 E85 owners with this specific color, this means it can be installed without immediate repainting, speeding up the repair process and reducing body preparation costs.

The metallic paint finish ensures visual consistency with other body panels, and the appropriately matched shade facilitates potential color matching during later paint corrections. This is particularly important for spot repairs where maintaining a uniform visual effect across the entire rear of the vehicle is crucial.

Mounting Characteristics

The rear right light frame cover is designed as a dedicated component for the BMW Z4 E85 generation, ensuring proper fit with the lamp and adjacent panels. The design anticipates mounting in the factory attachment points, allowing the part to be installed in place of the damaged element without requiring body modifications.

This solution is beneficial for both body and paint shops, as well as for owners who prioritize maintaining the original body geometry. Precise fitting reduces the risk of stress within the lamp area and leaks that could affect the durability of the lighting or the aesthetics of the rear of the car.

Condition and Application in Repairs

The component is a used part, meaning it is a used original BMW part. For many users and service centers, this represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining factory quality and fit. In practice, this solution is often chosen for post-accident repairs, restorations, and for returning the vehicle to its original appearance after localized damage.

The rear right light frame cover is suitable for both professional workshops and users who are independently sourcing body parts for their BMW Z4 E85. It is a functional component that allows for the restoration of the aesthetics and coherence of the rear bodywork without interfering with the lamp's construction.

More BMW Body Parts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body area on your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as covers, panels, or small mounting details, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Technical Knowledge and Advice

To compare the structural solutions used in different models and sports versions, it is worth consulting technical materials. A good point of reference could be an article describing the differences in the construction of engines, braking systems, and chassis in high-performance cars – you can find it in the publication Audi RS vs. Other Models – What's Under the Hood and Chassis?, which shows how premium manufacturers design the key components of their cars.

If you want to better understand the importance of original used components in terms of safety and repair cost-effectiveness, the advisory material OEM Quality and Safety Guarantee – Why Used Original Car Parts Are the Best Choice for Your Car?, which discusses the advantages of using used OEM parts in professional repairs, will also be helpful.