Side Skirt BMW X3 E83 M Sport Door Sill Cover Right O/S Black Sapphire - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Skirt BMW X3 E83 M Sport Door Sill Cover Right O/S Black Sapphire - 475 is an original body component from the Side skirts category, designed for installation on the right side of the BMW X3 E83 model with the M Sport package. The paint finish in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 ensures visual consistency with the factory body finish and allows for an aesthetic replacement of a damaged side skirt.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0403482-BS2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0403482
• Substitutable numbers: 51110403482, 0403482
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment for BMW E83

The presented side skirt has been designed specifically for the BMW X3 E83 M Sport version, intended for the right side of the vehicle. This ensures the retention of factory geometry, the correct profile, and mounting points, which translates into a precise fit with the bodywork and other aerodynamic package components.

As a part from the Side skirts category, this component is responsible for protecting the sill area against mechanical damage and for maintaining the sporty side profile characteristic of the M Sport version.

Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 finish

The side skirt is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, which allows for a uniform paint surface in cars of the same shade. The metallic structure of the paint provides appropriate color depth and matches the factory BMW standard, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and when replacing individual body parts.

Choosing the correct color in the sill area is not only important for aesthetics but also affects the visual consistency of the entire side line of the vehicle, especially in combination with M Sport bumpers and covers.

Characteristics of the used component

The side skirt comes from the secondary market, meaning it is a used part that retains the manufacturer's original construction. Such components are often chosen for body repairs as a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the factory manufacturing standard.

In the case of BMW body components, it is particularly important to maintain the original line and shape, which is why using a used OEM side skirt allows for the restoration of the original geometry without the need to adjust aftermarket replacements with different characteristics.

Benefits of using an original side skirt

Using an original side skirt in the BMW X3 E83 M Sport brings a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of the factory shape and profile of the sill,
• visual consistency with other M package components,
• proper fitment to the body mounting points,
• reduction of the need for additional modifications during installation.

Thanks to this, the component can be used both for post-accident repairs and for visually refreshing the sill area in daily-driven cars.

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

Practical installation and maintenance tips

When installing the side skirt, it is recommended to thoroughly clean the sill surface and verify the mounting points for any potential deformations. Proper seating of the component minimizes stress in the sill area and reduces the risk of looseness during operation.

To keep the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color in good condition, it is worth using gentle paint care products and periodically protecting the surface with wax or a protective coating, which helps limit the impact of weather conditions and minor scratches.

For drivers who are simultaneously planning to refresh the look of their car by changing wheels or refurbishing rims, a guide on alloy wheels may be helpful – detailed information can be found in the article Used wheels like new: a guide to buying and refurbishing alloy wheels.