BMW E90 LCI Side Skirt M Sport Sill Strip Cover Right O/S Le Mans Blue - 381

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 LCI Side Skirt M Sport Sill Strip Cover Right O/S Le Mans Blue is an original body component designed for the right side of the vehicle, perfect for maintaining the consistent styling of the factory M Sport package. This sill cover in Le Mans Blau Metallic allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged side skirt, while preserving the characteristic, dynamic look of the E90 series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0037230-LMB4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0037230
• Substitutable numbers: 51770037230, 0037230
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment for BMW E90

The presented sill cover is a component from the Side Skirts group, designed specifically for the BMW E90 body with the factory M Sport package. The part's construction is adapted to the right side of the vehicle, ensuring proper adhesion to the sill, correct body line alignment, and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, installation is predictable – without the need for bodywork modifications or interference with the sill structure. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, body restoration, or returning the car to its factory M Sport specification.

Visual characteristics and Le Mans Blau Metallic color

The color Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 is a distinctive, metallic shade of blue, often found on sport-configured BMW models. Using this color on the sill cover allows for consistency with other body elements painted in the same shade, which is important both for aesthetics and the vehicle's value.

The metallic structure of the paint works well with the M Sport contours, emphasizing the side line of the car and giving it a more dynamic, sporty character. Replacing a damaged cover with a part in the same color limits the scope of any necessary paint work and makes it easier to achieve a uniform visual effect.

Protective function and role in body construction

The sill cover serves not only an aesthetic function but also a practical one. It protects the sill area from minor mechanical damage, dirt, and the influence of external factors that can accelerate corrosion. In the M Sport version, its shape is additionally optimized for aerodynamics and consistency with widened bumpers and side moldings.

A properly selected and installed sill cover helps maintain the visual stability of the side line, which is important for precisely setting the gaps between body panels. This is particularly important in professional body and paint repairs, where the repeatability of factory parameters is key.

Part condition and service application

The part is sourced from dismantling and is offered as a used original component, which in practice means maintaining factory dimensional and material specifications. For workshops specializing in the BMW brand and for individual users, this is a beneficial solution for repairs where the priority is matching the existing sill setup and other M Sport elements.

Choosing an original sill cover from this series reduces the risk of installation problems typical of aftermarket replacements, such as inaccurate fitment or the need for additional edge adjustments.

Expanding the sill area and additional components

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

Technical support and service knowledge

When planning broader service work, including the drivetrain or vehicle upgrades, it is worth using reliable sources of knowledge. Practical information regarding operation and purchasing used components can be found in the article guide on common faults and choosing a used manual, automatic, and DSG transmission, which helps to better plan the scope of work and the entire repair budget.