Side Skirt BMW E90 LCI M Sport Sill Strip Left N/S Spacegrau Space Grey - A52

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Side Skirt BMW E90 LCI M Sport Sill Strip Left N/S Spacegrau Space Grey is an original body component from the Sill strips category, designed for installation on the left side of facelift models. The Spacegrau Metallic - A52 paint finish ensures color consistency with the factory BMW bodywork and facilitates visual matching after repairs or upgrades.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0037229-SCG1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0037229
• Substitutable numbers: 51770037229, 0037229, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the component

The left M Sport side skirt is responsible for the aesthetic and technical finishing of the lower side of the body, integrating the sporty M package styling with the body lines of the BMW E90 LCI. This element serves as an important protective component for the sill area, helping to shield this part of the body from dirt and mechanical damage resulting from daily use.

Thanks to its factory shape and precise profile, the side skirt ensures proper fitment with other side panels, which translates into stable mounting and reduces unwanted stress on the mounting points and clips.

Color and visual matching

The Spacegrau Metallic - A52 finish is characteristic of many BMW E90 LCI configurations, making it easier to maintain a uniform body style after replacing the part. The metallic paint coating allows for a seamless transition between the side skirt, doors, and fenders, minimizing the need for extensive painting work during local repairs.

In the case of a full vehicle respray or matching to a different color, the factory surface structure provides a suitable base for preparing and applying a new layer of paint, which is essential for professional bodywork restorations.

Installation characteristics

The left M Sport side skirt is designed for installation in a dedicated location on the vehicle, allowing for the use of factory mounting points on the chassis. This ensures that the installation process is orderly, maintaining the correct geometry of the component relative to the doors, wheel arches, and other side panels.

Proper fitment of the shape to the BMW E90 LCI body lines reduces the risk of gaps and unevenness, which is important for both aesthetics and protection against moisture and dirt ingress around the sills.

Use in used vehicles

This component is particularly useful for accident repairs, replacing damaged side skirts, or visually refreshing older BMW E90 LCI models equipped with the M Sport package. It allows for the restoration of a consistent appearance to the side of the body without the need for structural modifications to the vehicle.

For older models, where the availability of new components may be limited, using original salvaged parts allows for maintaining the factory character of the car. If you want to learn more about repair possibilities using such components, it is worth checking out this material: No parts at the dealership? How to handle repairs of older models using salvaged parts.

Expanding the BMW sill area

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

Summary

Side Skirt BMW E90 LCI M Sport Sill Strip Left N/S Spacegrau Space Grey is a functional body component designed for facelift vehicles, combining the sporty M package styling with factory-standard fitment. Its precise placement on the vehicle, in accordance with BMW construction, allows for accurate installation and the maintenance of the correct side line, which is significant for both repairs and aesthetic vehicle upgrades.