BMW F10 F11 Side Panel Front Left N/S Wing Fender Mineral Grau Metallic - B39

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos. BMW F10 F11 Side Panel Front Left N/S Wing Fender Mineral Grau Metallic - B39 is an original body component from the Front fenders group, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. The paint in the Mineral Grau Metallic - B39 shade allows for an aesthetic match with the factory BMW body color, reducing the scope of additional paint work. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for professional post-accident repairs or replacing a damaged part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5A03261-MG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5A03261
• Substitutable numbers: 5A03261, 41355A03261, 7248659, 41357248659
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Part type: Fender
• Color: Mineral Grau Metallic - B39
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for BMW F10/F11

The presented fender has been designed specifically for the BMW F10/F11 series, taking into account the geometry of the factory body and the characteristic side line creases. The placement on the vehicle covers the front left side, which ensures proper alignment with the hood, bumper, doors, and mounting elements in the wheel arch chamber. Thanks to a design consistent with original BMW standards, the fender maintains correct mounting gaps and supports the structural rigidity of the front part of the body. This is important both from a safety perspective and for the subsequent adjustment of adjacent elements (headlights, bumper, decorative trim).

Mineral Grau Metallic - B39 color

The factory color Mineral Grau Metallic - B39 is a popular, elegant shade of metallic gray used in many BMW F10/F11 units. Using a fender already painted in this color:

• reduces the scope of necessary paint work,
• facilitates visual matching to the existing paint coating,
• speeds up the body repair process. For body and paint shops, this means a shorter service turnaround time, and for the vehicle owner – a faster return of the car to full visual and functional condition.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

The fender comes from dismantling, which means it is an original BMW component, not a replacement of uncertain specification. A used body element is often an optimal compromise between repair cost and maintaining factory quality of workmanship and fitment. In practice, this translates into:

• maintaining original geometry and mounting points,
• better fitment with other body panels,
• reducing the need for additional mounting modifications.

Benefits of installing an original front fender

Using this fender in a BMW F10/F11 allows for the restoration of the original appearance and functionality of the front body section after a collision or corrosion. The element serves a protective function for the engine compartment and wheel arch, limiting the impact of external factors (water, mud, road salt) on critical mechanical components. Additionally, maintaining a consistent side line and proper gaps between panels affects the vehicle's aesthetics and its potential resale value. For users who value visual and technical consistency, choosing an original fender is a particularly beneficial solution.

Ecology and cost-effectiveness of purchasing a used fender

Choosing a used body component supports sustainable automotive practices, reducing the demand for the production of new parts and the associated environmental burden. Reusing components from dismantling reduces waste and the carbon footprint associated with logistics and manufacturing processes. You can find more on this topic in the article Sustainable automotive industry and original used parts.

BMW front fenders – expansion and modernization of the body zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, covers, or compatible fenders for the other side, check the available parts in the BMW front fenders category.