BMW E81 E87 Side Panel Fender Wing Front Right O/S Bluewater Blue - 896

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E81 E87 Side Panel Fender Wing Front Right O/S Bluewater Blue is an original body component from the Front fenders group, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle's front end. The paint in the Bluewater Metallic - 896 shade helps maintain visual consistency of the bodywork, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and precise bodywork restorations of the BMW 1 Series E81/E87.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7133228-WB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7133228
• Substitutable numbers: 41357133228, 7133228
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for BMW E81 / E87

The presented fender has been designed specifically for the compact BMW 1 Series E81 and E87 generation models, intended for the front right side of the body. Thanks to the factory mounting geometry and the correct edge profile, the component ensures proper fitment with the hood, bumper, headlight, and door, which facilitates the alignment of even gaps and the preservation of the factory body line.

The original BMW OE origin means that the fender is compatible with the structural design and mounting points provided by the vehicle manufacturer, which minimizes the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Characteristics of the Bluewater Metallic - 896 paint

The Bluewater Metallic - 896 color is a distinctive, metallic shade of blue used in the BMW 1 Series, which effectively highlights the side line of the body and the contours of the creases. The metallic structure of the paint improves the visual depth of the color, and proper preparation of the fender surface allows for further polishing or local paint corrections if necessary.

Using a component already painted in this color allows, in many cases, to limit the scope of paint work to a minimum, which shortens repair time and can lower the total cost of restoring the vehicle's side zone.

Function and role of the front fender

The front fender in the BMW E81/E87 performs several important structural and functional roles:

• it shapes the side line of the body and influences the vehicle's aerodynamics,
• it shields the wheel and suspension components from water, mud, and small debris,
• it constitutes part of the crumple zone, working with other structural elements to dissipate energy in the event of a collision,
• it provides a proper mounting base for the wheel arch liner, bumper, and headlight.

A well-chosen, original fender helps restore the correct geometry of the front body section after mechanical damage or corrosion, which is significant both for aesthetics and for the continued operation of the vehicle.

Condition of the component and benefits of using a used part

The offered fender is a used body component, which in practice means a favorable compromise between repair cost and maintaining original BMW quality. In many cases, using a part from dismantling allows for reduced expenses while maintaining the factory material and structural specifications.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface condition, mounting points, and contact edges to properly prepare the component for supplementary painting or direct installation, depending on the requirements of the specific body repair.

Application in BMW body repairs

Replacing the right front fender in a BMW E81/E87 is a typical operation during repairs after side collisions or parking damage. Using an original component from the Front fenders group facilitates the body technician's work because the correct edge geometry is preserved, which translates into shorter fitting time and less filler material required.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as skins, panels, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Front fenders category.

For drivers interested in optimizing the costs of body and mechanical repairs, it is also worth checking out practical tips regarding economical vehicle operation – detailed advice can be found in the article Economical operation of a Ford – where to look for the greatest savings during mechanical and body repairs, which shows how to consciously plan service work using OEM parts.