BMW F10 Side Skirt M5 M Sport Door Sill Cover Right O/S Monte Carlo Blue - B05

Visual condition of the part

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

The BMW F10 M5 M Sport Right Sill Trim in Monte Carlo Blue Metallic is an original body part designed for the right side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory fit for M5 and M Sport versions, it ensures a cohesive look for the sills and maintains the correct lines of the car's side body. This is a practical solution for drivers who want to preserve the consistent, sporty character of the BMW body and maintain proper protection for the lower part of the doors.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2298068-MCB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2298068
• Substitutable numbers: 51712298068, 2298068, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Monte Carlo Blue Metallic - B05
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW F10

The presented sill cover is a part intended for the BMW 5 Series F10 in M5 and M Sport versions, mounted on the right side of the vehicle. The design is based on original BMW solutions, which translates to proper alignment with the door lines, wheel arches, and other elements of the aerodynamic package. As a result, the original sill geometry and the characteristic dynamic side profile are maintained after installation.

The item belongs to the Mud Flaps category, serving a protective function for the lower body area against dirt and minor mechanical damage originating from under the wheels. The use of a dedicated sill trim reduces the risk of accelerated paint wear in this part of the bodywork.

Monte Carlo Blue Metallic Color – B05

The sill trim is finished in the factory color Monte Carlo Blue Metallic – B05, characteristic of BMW's sporty variants. This shade ensures visual consistency with other body elements painted in the same color, avoiding tonal differences typical of unpainted aftermarket parts.

For owners of BMW F10 in this color, this means it can be installed without the need for additional painting, provided the condition of the coating is visually acceptable. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged sill after a collision or intensive use.

Element Characteristics and Protective Function

As a component of the side body area, the M5 M Sport sill trim is responsible for:

• protecting the lower edge of the doors and sills from chips, mud, and minor impacts from the road,
• maintaining proper airflow along the side of the vehicle, in line with the M package's design principles,
• preserving the cohesive styling characteristic of the M5 and M Sport versions.

A properly selected element in this body area not only affects aesthetics but also provides practical protection for the bodywork, which in the long run can reduce the need for paint repairs.

Used Condition and Benefits of Choosing OE Parts

The offered sill trim is a used part, originating from original BMW production. Choosing an OE part ensures the preservation of factory fitment parameters, material quality, and mounting method. In practice, this means easier installation in place of the old sill and no need for modifications to the mounts or shape adjustments.

For many BMW F10 owners, this is a sensible compromise between cost and quality – a used original part often fits better with the existing body condition than a new aftermarket part with a different material structure or paint shade.

Assistance with Selection and Additional Information

If you have doubts about compatibility with a specific equipment version or model year of the BMW F10, it is advisable to verify your vehicle's specifications and compare the shape and mounting method with the currently installed part. Checking the available reference numbers in the product's technical specifications may also be helpful.

If you need other parts from the same body group for your BMW and want to maintain a cohesive M package, check the available parts in the BMW Mud Flaps category.

For drivers planning a wider range of maintenance work on their car, a practical guide describing which wear components are worth checking first may be useful – details can be found in the article TOP 10 Most Frequently Replaced Parts in Your Car.