BMW E90 Front Wing Fender Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos. BMW E90 Front Wing Fender Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component from the Front wings category, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. The paint in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade allows for an aesthetic match to the factory BMW body finish, reducing the scope of additional paint work. This used OEM part is a sensible choice for accident repairs and bodywork maintenance when you require factory geometry and a perfect fit to the body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5A55AF3-BS2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5A55AF3
• Substitutable numbers: 41355A55AF3, 41357135679, 5A55AF3, 7135679
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Part type: Fender
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for BMW

The presented fender has been designed specifically for the BMW 3 Series E90 body, taking into account the characteristic front geometry and side creases. The placement on the vehicle, defined as the front left side, ensures proper alignment with the hood, bumper, headlight, and driver's door, which is crucial for maintaining correct panel gaps and structural rigidity. The original BMW origin promotes compatibility with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation in professional body shops and workshops specializing in the BMW brand.

Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color and aesthetic values

The fender is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, a popular metallic shade of black used on many BMW E90 units. This choice of paint:

• facilitates visual matching to the vehicle's existing paint coating,
• reduces the need for full painting of the component during routine repairs,
• allows for maintaining a consistent, elegant look of the body. For workshops and end users, this means a potential reduction in repair time and the possibility of optimizing paint work costs, while maintaining a high-quality final result.

Technical characteristics and installation

As a component from the Front wings category, the product is responsible for protecting the front left corner of the body against mechanical damage and external factors. The fender construction is adapted to the factory mounting points of the BMW E90, which promotes stable seating on the body and proper cooperation with other body panels. The used condition of the component is beneficial in situations where the priority is an economical repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. In practice, this means the ability to restore full functionality and aesthetics of the front part of the vehicle without the need to resort to cheaper replacements with uncertain fitment.

Benefits of choosing an original used fender

Choosing an original BMW fender in Black Sapphire Metallic brings a number of practical advantages:

• factory geometry and fitment to the BMW E90 body lines,
• maintaining visual consistency of the vehicle's front,
• possibility of limiting the scope of painting due to color compatibility,
• more predictable installation compared to aftermarket replacements. Additionally, the use of a pre-owned component fits into the approach of sustainable automotive practices, where reusing parts reduces waste and the demand for new raw materials. If you want to better understand the ecological aspects of such a choice, it is worth reading the article Sustainable automotive and original used parts.

Expanding repairs within the BMW body

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 further body sections, check the available parts in the BMW Front wings category.