BMW 5 F07 GT Front Left N/S Fender Side Wing Panel Black Sapphire Metallic 475

Visual condition of the part

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

The BMW 5 F07 GT Front Left N/S Fender Side Wing Panel Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component designed for precise factory-standard installation. This used side panel allows for a technically correct repair of the front left wheel arch area, maintaining the body lines and visual consistency with the other bodywork elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7248433-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7248433
• Substitutable numbers: 41357248433, 7248433, 41357227775, 7227775, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment

The BMW 5 F07 GT Front Left N/S Fender Side Wing Panel Black Sapphire Metallic is designed as a structural body component responsible for maintaining the correct alignment of the hood, doors, and bumper. Its placement in the front area, on the driver's side, ensures compatibility with factory mounting points and proper fitment with the headlight, side skirt, and cowl panel.

Its original BMW origin ensures the correct geometry, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork adjustments. This is a particularly beneficial solution for accident repairs, where the accuracy of restoring the vehicle's factory shape is paramount.

Color and paint finish

The fender is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic, identified by paint code 475. This is a popular metallic color used on many BMW 5 Series F07 GT models, which increases the chance of a visual match with the vehicle's existing paintwork.

The factory metallic paint allows, in many cases, for the scope of paintwork to be limited to polishing or local blending, depending on the condition of the specific unit and the state of the paint on the car. For body and paint shops, this means a potential reduction in repair time and a more predictable final result.

Technical characteristics and installation

As a component in the Front fenders category, this panel serves a protective function for the wheel well and parts of the engine bay, while also acting as an essential part of the exterior body structure. The fender's construction is prepared for use with factory mounts, facilitating installation in both authorized service centers and independent workshops.

The product has a specific weight and a dedicated mounting location, which is important for maintaining the correct weight distribution and rigidity of the front part of the body. The used nature of the part makes it an economical solution that is consistent with the principles of repairs based on original parts.

Benefits of using an original fender

• Better fitment to body lines compared to aftermarket replacements.
• Factory mounting points facilitating installation and gap adjustment.
• Black Sapphire Metallic color increasing the chance of visual consistency with the rest of the bodywork.
• Suitable for use in professional body repairs and restorations.

Using an original fender allows for maintaining the structural integrity of the vehicle, which is important for both aesthetics and the future resale value of the car. It is a practical choice for workshops, insurers, and individual users who expect repairs in accordance with the manufacturer's technology.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front wheel arch area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as side panels, wheel arch liners, or additional covers, check out the available parts in the BMW Front fenders category.

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