BMW F20 Side Skirt Sill Strip Left N/S Alpinweiss 3 Alpine White - 300

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F20 Sill Moulding Strip Alpinweiss 3 - 300 is an original body part from the Sill Mouldings category, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. Thanks to the factory color Alpinweiss 3 - 300, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged sill without the need for shape or geometry adjustments. A used OEM part ensures proper fitment with the bodywork and maintains the factory side line of the BMW F20 series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7293553-AW3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7293553
• Substitutable numbers: 51777293553, 7293553
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function of the Sill Moulding

The sill moulding in the BMW F20 plays an important protective and aesthetic role. It protects the lower part of the bodywork from mechanical damage, chips, and dirt, while also tidying up the car's side line. The presented moulding is prepared for installation on the left side of the vehicle, which facilitates the selection of the correct part for accident repairs or restorations.

By maintaining the original body geometry, installation proceeds predictably, without the need for structural modifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for body and paint repairs, where precise alignment with factory mounting points is crucial.

Color and Visual Fitment

The factory color Alpinweiss 3 - 300 allows for a visually consistent restoration of the side bodywork on white BMW F20 models. The original paint finish makes it easier to match the shade to other body panels, which is important for repairs carried out in stages.

In many cases, using an originally painted sill moulding reduces the time required to prepare the car for use, as it limits the scope of paintwork to potential corrections and polishing, rather than a full repaint of the part from scratch.

Characteristics of a Used Part

As a used part, the BMW F20 sill moulding offers an economical solution while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. Such parts are often chosen for operational repairs when compliance with the factory design and a reasonable cost for the entire service operation are priorities.

Original BMW origin promotes the maintenance of proper rigidity, compatibility with factory mountings, and correct interaction with adjacent body panels such as fenders, doors, or underbody shields.

Installation and Service Application

The sill moulding designed for the BMW F20 on the left side of the vehicle is designed as a replaceable part, which facilitates service work in professional body shops and BMW specialist workshops. Maintaining the factory shape and mounting points allows for:

• precise alignment with doors and fenders,
• reducing the need for on-vehicle part adjustment,
• maintaining correct body gaps and lines.

This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs after side collisions, where both technical correctness and final aesthetics are important.

Related Parts and Additional Information

If you plan to replace more side elements on your BMW during bodywork repairs, it is worth considering selecting other components from the same group to maintain visual and assembly consistency. For expansion or comprehensive restoration, check available parts in the BMW Sill Mouldings category.

For larger service jobs, including the vehicle's suspension system, technical materials on diagnostics and component construction may be helpful. For a better understanding of how body components interact with the suspension and steering system, it is worth reading the article Steering System and Power Steering – How it Works and What Fails?, which discusses practical aspects of operation and repair.