BMW E81 E87 Side Panel Wing Fender Front 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 E81 E87 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 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 Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade allows for a consistent match with the factory BMW body finish, which facilitates post-accident repairs or the replacement of a damaged part without the need for complex modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7133227-BS2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7133227
• Substitutable numbers: 41357133227, 7133227, 64509184102, 9184102, 64509119701, 9119701, 64536982874, 6982874, 64536911946, 6911946
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for BMW E81 / E87

The presented front left fender has been designed specifically for the body construction of the BMW 1 Series E81 and E87. The appropriate geometry of the edges, pressings, and mounting points ensures a proper fit with the hood, bumper, headlight, and door, which is crucial for maintaining correct assembly gaps and the factory body line.

The placement on the vehicle, defined as front – left side, allows for clear identification of the mounting position, minimizing the risk of errors when selecting parts. Thanks to this, the component can be efficiently used both for post-accident repairs and for replacing a corroded or mechanically damaged fender.

Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 color and aesthetic values

The fender is factory-painted in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, characteristic of many BMW configurations. The metallic black provides an elegant, understated look that harmonizes well with the 1 Series body line. In many cases, this allows for limiting paint work to potential spot repairs and polishing, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

For users concerned about the visual consistency of the vehicle, it is important that using the original paint in the same color code facilitates achieving a uniform transition between adjacent body panels. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where maintaining the factory character of the car is a priority.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered fender belongs to the group of used parts, which means it comes from vehicle dismantling. Such components are frequently chosen for BMW repairs because they allow for maintaining the original design specification while reducing costs compared to new body parts. In practice, this translates into a favorable price-to-quality ratio and the ability to quickly restore full functionality to the front zone.

For body components, it is particularly important to maintain the proper rigidity and shape of the panel. The original dismantled fender retains the factory sheet metal thickness and characteristic pressings, which facilitates installation and subsequent adjustment of the gap geometry between panels.

Benefits of using an original BMW fender

Using an original front left fender in a BMW E81/E87 brings a number of practical benefits:

• Factory fit – maintaining original mounting points and panel shape facilitates installation and positioning relative to adjacent elements.
• Visual consistency – paint in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 code promotes a uniform body appearance.
• Repair cost optimization – a used part allows for reduced expenses while maintaining OEM specifications.
• Support for post-accident repairs – the component designed for the front zone enables the restoration of correct geometry and side protection of the vehicle.

Part selection by numbers and technical support

The product has a dedicated OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates precise identification of the component in BMW catalogs and part selection systems. This allows you to verify the fender's compatibility with a specific equipment version and vehicle year, minimizing the risk of purchasing an incompatible part.

For users who want to deepen their knowledge about selecting original components from the secondary market, an article describing procedures for identifying parts by OEM and VIN numbers and the impact of such solutions on the durability of a BMW vehicle may be useful – you can find it here: BMW – sports performance and precision. How do original used parts extend the life of the Bavarian icon?.

Expanding repairs in the BMW front body area

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 fenders, panels, or reinforcements, check out the available parts in the BMW Front fenders category.