BMW E87 Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E87 Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 is an original body component from the Sill strips group, designed for installation on the right side of facelifted BMW 1 Series models. The Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 paint finish ensures color consistency with the factory bodywork and facilitates the aesthetic replacement of a damaged sill.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036144-SG3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51770036144
• Substitutable numbers: 51770036144, 0036144
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the component

This sill cover is dedicated to the right side of the BMW E87 LCI body and serves as an important protective and aesthetic element. It is responsible for shielding the sill area from dirt, minor mechanical damage, and weather conditions, while simultaneously streamlining the side profile of the vehicle, maintaining the characteristic BMW look.

Thanks to its factory profile and precise fit to the shape of the sill, the component ensures proper adhesion to the bodywork, which reduces the risk of moisture and debris accumulation in critical areas.

Color and paint matching

The strip is finished in Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22, used by BMW at the factory. This choice of paint allows for:

• maintaining visual consistency with other body components,
• reducing or completely eliminating the need for repainting when replacing with a part in the same color,
• preserving the original character of the car after repairing the sill area.

For users who care about the appearance of the side of the vehicle, this is a practical solution that shortens repair time and makes it easier to restore the car's factory look.

Installation characteristics

As a component from the Sill strips group intended for the right side, the product is designed for specific mounting points on the BMW E87 LCI. The appropriate profiling facilitates installation in place of the factory strip, without the need for structural modifications to the sill.

Proper fitment to the bodywork translates into:

• stable seating on the sill,
• correct alignment with adjacent body components,
• preservation of factory gaps and body lines.

Benefits of choosing an original used BMW strip

Choosing an original, used BMW sill strip is a solution that is beneficial both technically and economically. You receive a component designed by the vehicle manufacturer, maintaining the correct geometry, mounting points, and material compatibility with the bodywork.

If you are considering whether an OEM used part or a replacement is a better choice, the following article describing practical selection criteria may be helpful – check out the material: 5 reasons why an OEM used part is a better choice than a replacement.

Expansion and modernization of the BMW sill area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the sill area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check out the available parts in the BMW sill strips category.

Summary

BMW E87 Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 is a functional, original body component that allows you to restore the proper appearance and protection of the right sill in your BMW. Its dedicated design for a specific model, correct placement on the vehicle, and factory paint color make it a practical solution for post-accident repairs, visual corrections, and refreshing the side of the vehicle.