Side Skirt BMW E90 LCI 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 Right Sill Cover M-Package Le Mans Blue is an original body part from the Sill Mouldings category, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. Finished in the attractive Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 color, it helps maintain the cohesive, sporty look of the factory M-Package and restores the correct sill geometry after damage or wear. A used OEM component is a sensible choice for drivers who expect good fitment and proper fastener function without the cost of a new part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0037230-LMB5
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0037230
• Substitutable numbers: 51770037230, 0037230, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and Fitment

This sill cover is designed as a component mounted on the right side of the body, thus preserving the factory side line characteristic of the M-Package version. The OEM construction ensures proper alignment with the sills and other body panels, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

The sill moulding is suitable for users who want to recreate the original look of the sport package, avoiding compatibility issues typical of aftermarket parts. It is a practical solution for both accident repairs and replacement of worn body elements.

Body Color and Aesthetics

The finish in Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 allows for consistency with the factory paint used in sporty BMW versions. The metallic coating harmonizes well with the E90 body line, emphasizing the characteristic sill contours and visually lowering the car's silhouette.

For many users, it is important that a sill moulding in this shade can limit the scope of painting work – in many cases, a simple fitment and polishing are sufficient to achieve a satisfactory visual effect. This is a beneficial solution for repairs where both appearance and cost control are important.

Characteristics of a Used Part

As a used part, the M-Package sill cover offers a compromise between price and maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. A component of this type usually retains its factory geometry, which translates to correct adhesion to the body and stable mounting at the points designated by the manufacturer.

Choosing a used OEM sill moulding is particularly advantageous for repairs where maintaining the original body structure is crucial, while simultaneously limiting replacement costs. This solution is often chosen by workshops specializing in the BMW brand and by informed users who are independently assembling M-Package components.

Benefits of Using an Original Sill Moulding

Using an original M-Package sill cover offers several significant advantages:

• maintaining the factory side line and sporty body character,
• compatibility with original mounting points in the sills,
• color consistency with Le Mans Blau Metallic paint,
• reducing the risk of fitment issues typical of aftermarket parts.

Thanks to this, the part provides a solid foundation for professional repair or recreation of the M-Package look on the BMW 3 Series E90.

If you are assembling the right and left sides of the body or replacing several side elements simultaneously, and you care about a cohesive look and proper sill fitment, check the available parts in the BMW Sill Mouldings category.

If you are planning more extensive modernization work on your car, including electronic systems and sensors, it is worth familiarizing yourself with a practical guide on selecting and installing used control modules – you can find it in the article Used Automotive Electronics Onboard – Why Choose Second-Hand ECU Modules and Sensors?.