BMW E60 E61 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Left N/S Patagoniagruen Metallic - A71

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E60 E61 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Left N/S Patagoniagruen Metallic - A71 in Patagoniagruen Metallic - A71 is an original body component designed for professional repair or replacement of the factory panel. This used side panel ensures a proper fit to the body lines, maintaining the characteristic look of the 5 Series E60/E61 and color consistency with the factory BMW palette.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7111429-PTG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7111429
• Substitutable numbers: 41357111429, 7111429, 41357111373, 7111373
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Part type: Fender
• Color: Patagoniagruen Metallic - A71
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment

The presented fender is a body component mounted on the front left side of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory design of the BMW 5 Series E60/E61. By maintaining the original geometry of the panel, it is possible to achieve precise alignment with the hood, bumper, doors, and trim strips, which facilitates the setting of even gaps and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

The original origin of the component helps maintain the proper structural rigidity of the body in the front wheel arch area, as well as correct compatibility with factory mounting points, brackets, and inner liner fasteners.

Color and paint layer

The fender is finished in the factory color Patagoniagruen Metallic - A71, characteristic of selected BMW E60/E61 configurations. The presence of the original paint coating facilitates color matching during partial repairs, especially when the remaining body elements are in the same shade.

The metallic structure of the paint promotes an even distribution of light reflections on the panel surface, which is important for maintaining the consistent aesthetics of the entire side of the vehicle after body and paint repairs.

Application in body repairs

Front fenders in the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 serve an important protective function for the engine compartment, front suspension, and electrical installations routed in the wheel arch area. Replacing a damaged panel with an original used component allows you to:

• restore the correct geometry of the side body section,
• maintain compatibility with factory wheel arch liner mounts and plastic components,
• reduce the scope of filling and straightening compared to repairing a heavily deformed element,
• maintain a consistent vehicle appearance after a collision or local corrosion.

Using original body panels is particularly beneficial for vehicle repairs where maintaining factory styling lines and proper fitment to adjacent body elements is essential.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the fender has already been in service on another vehicle, which in practice means natural signs of use typical for body components. This type of component is often chosen as a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original quality and fitment, especially in the case of cars that are several or more years old.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface condition, mounting points, and potential preparation for repainting, if required by aesthetic standards or the repair technology adopted by the workshop.

Support in choosing a used part

If you are considering whether it is a better solution in your case to refurbish an existing component or install a used original, it may be helpful to compare both approaches in terms of durability, costs, and fitment quality. You can find more on this topic in the article Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repairs?, which discusses the practical aspects of using dismantled parts in modern cars.

Related BMW front fenders

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