BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Right O/S Side Sill Skirt Panel Meergruen Green - 393

BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Right O/S Side Sill Skirt Panel Meergruen Green is an original body component from the Side Skirts category, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. Finished in the distinctive Meergruen green shade, it helps maintain color consistency of the bodywork and the factory look of the car. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for accident repairs, visual corrections, and restoring the original aesthetic of the BMW E46.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9071632-MRG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9071632
• Substitutable numbers: 51719071632, 9071632
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Green
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the side skirt

The right side skirt on the BMW E46 is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower body edge and protecting the sill from minor mechanical damage. This element helps reduce the impact of external factors, such as sand or small stones thrown from under the wheels, while also streamlining the vehicle's side profile. By maintaining the original geometry, the skirt ensures proper fitment with the door, fender, and other body panels.

Meergruen color and visual matching

The presented side skirt is finished in the Meergruen green color, which allows for a consistent match with factory-painted BMW E46 units in this shade. For owners who care about the original look of their car, this means the possibility of replacing a damaged part without the need for costly color matching of aftermarket replacements. Uniform color and compliance with the body line make it easier to achieve an aesthetic result after repair or restoration.

Installation characteristics

The side skirt has been designed as a component dedicated to the right side of the BMW E46 body, which translates into the correct profile shape and mounting points. The original construction facilitates installation in place of the factory component, without the need for modifications or reshaping. Precise fitment with the sill promotes the maintenance of tightness and a correct side line, which is important for both visual and practical reasons.

Benefits of using an original, used side skirt

Using a used OEM side skirt on a BMW E46 is a compromise between quality and repair cost. You receive a component that complies with factory specifications, maintaining the correct shape, proportions, and mounting method. Compared to low-quality replacements, this reduces the risk of fitment issues, unsightly gaps, or stress on the bodywork. Original origin also helps maintain the vehicle's value in the event of future resale.

Application in BMW E46 repairs and restorations

BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Right O/S Side Sill Skirt Panel Meergruen Green will work well both for local post-collision repairs and for comprehensive body restoration. It can be used for:

• replacing a damaged or corroded skirt on the right side,
• restoring the original look of the car after painting,
• supplementing missing trim elements in restoration projects.

Thanks to maintaining its factory character, the element fits well into the styling line of the BMW E46, without introducing visual deviations from the series design.

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, overlays, or additional moldings, check the available parts in the BMW Side Skirts category.

If you are considering a wider range of work on your car and want to better understand the cost-effectiveness of using secondary market components, it is worth reading our expert guide on used drivetrain components: Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths.