BMW 3 SERIES F30 F31 F80 M3 Door handle rear left N/S ALPINWEISS WHITE

The BMW 3 F30/F31/F80 M3 Rear Left Door Handle in Alpinweiss 3 is an original body part designed for installation on the rear passenger side. Featuring the factory Alpinweiss 3 – 300 paint, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of a damaged handle without the need for additional color matching. This is a practical solution for owners and workshops aiming to maintain a consistent body appearance on 3 Series and M3 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7242567-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51227332267
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW 3 Series / M3

The presented door handle is designed for installation on the rear left side of the body in BMW 3 Series F30/F31 generation models and the F80 M3 version. Its factory-defined placement on the vehicle simplifies the selection of the correct part for accident repairs or routine replacement.

Its original BMW origin ensures proper mounting geometry, correct interaction with the lock mechanism, and visual consistency with the body lines characteristic of this generation of the 3 Series and M3.

Color and Paint Finish

The door handle is finished in the factory Alpinweiss 3 – 300 color, widely used across BMW models. This allows the part to blend seamlessly with the existing body paint, reducing the need for additional painting in standard repairs.

The uniform white shade contributes to maintaining the vehicle's cohesive aesthetic, which is particularly important for premium cars where body details directly influence the overall visual perception of the vehicle.

Functional and Installation Characteristics

The design of the door handle is engineered for daily, intensive use. The part works in conjunction with the factory door opening mechanism, ensuring:

• correct force transfer to the door lock,
• stable mounting in the door panel,
• ergonomic grip for opening and closing.

By maintaining the original mounting geometry, installation is predictable for experienced mechanics, facilitating service work planning in the workshop.

Part Condition and Application in Repairs

This door handle comes from the segment of used BMW parts, making it a cost-effective solution while maintaining original manufacturer specifications. Such parts are often chosen by workshops and owners who want to combine compliance with factory design with a rational repair budget.

In practice, the handle is suitable for both accident repairs and the replacement of worn or damaged wear-and-tear parts on the rear left door.

Expanding Repair Scope and Selecting Other Parts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area on your BMW and require other parts from the same group, such as additional door handles, door trims, or small mounting components, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

When planning broader body or mechanical work, it is also worth consulting advisory material on construction differences in sports versions of cars, such as the article comparing Audi RS models with other versions, which illustrates how manufacturers modify body, brake, and chassis elements in higher-performance variants.

If you are interested in how the use of original used components affects vehicle downtime and maintenance costs, a guide on the availability of used OEM parts versus repair time, describing the practical benefits of using such solutions in workshops, may also be helpful: Guide on OEM Used Parts Availability and Repair Time.