BMW F21 F22 Side Skirt Left N/S Sill Strip Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X

Visual condition of the part

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

The Left Side Skirt Sill for BMW F21/F22 in Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X is an original body sill trim designed for installation on the driver's side. This component belongs to the Sill Trims category and is a precisely fitted body part that helps maintain a consistent appearance and the correct geometry of the lower side of the car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8056817-SOR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8056817
• Substitutable numbers: 51778056817, 8056817
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Application and Fitment for BMW F21/F22

The presented sill trim has been specifically designed for the BMW F21/F22 series, ensuring proper fitment to the factory mounting points on the left side of the vehicle. This allows for an organized installation process, without the need for body modifications or the use of non-factory solutions.

Its placement on the driver's side allows for the restoration of the correct sill line in case of mechanical damage or body and paint repairs. The original geometry of the component facilitates the maintenance of even gaps between the doors and the sill, as well as the proper alignment of the lower body edge.

Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X Color and Visual Appeal

The sill trim is finished in the factory color Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X, characteristic of sportily configured BMW F21/F22 models. The metallic paint finish ensures consistency with the rest of the body in the same paint code, reducing the scope of additional painting work when the part is correctly selected.

For owners of vehicles in this color, this means the possibility of an aesthetic body completion after repair, while maintaining a uniform shade and gloss. In the case of modification projects, a sill in this color can also be used as an element to highlight the lower side line of the car.

Sill Trim Construction and Protective Function

As a body component from the Sill Trims category, the side skirt plays an important protective and aesthetic role. It is responsible for shielding the lower part of the body from dirt, minor impacts, and external factors, while also visually tidying up the car's side line.

Key advantages of this component include:

• factory fit to the sill shape in BMW F21/F22,
• designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle,
• maintenance of the original body line and car side proportions,
• possibility of use in accident repairs and restorations.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The sill trim is offered as a used part, meaning it comes from a dismantled vehicle and may show signs of wear typical for body components. Such elements are often chosen for repairs where maintaining original construction and fitment is important, while optimizing costs compared to new parts.

Choosing an original, used sill trim allows for material consistency with the rest of the body and reduces the risk of installation problems often encountered with aftermarket parts of imprecise dimensions.

How to Verify Compatibility by Part Numbers and Paint Color

When selecting a sill trim for a specific BMW F21/F22 model, it is crucial to check compatibility regarding the body version, installation side, and paint code. Verification by part numbers and color code helps avoid incorrect purchases and additional costs associated with fitting.

If you want to learn practical methods for verifying the compatibility of body components, including painted elements, the guide will be useful: Risk-free online parts shopping – 5 proven ways to verify component compatibility by OEM numbers and paint codes.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the lower body section of your BMW and also need other side elements, such as additional covers or trims for this model, check the available parts in the BMW Sill Trims category.