BMW X3 F25 Cover Wheel Arch Rear Left N/S Trim Moulding Strip Black Sapphire 475

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW X3 F25 Cover Wheel Arch Rear Left N/S Trim Moulding Strip Black Sapphire is an original body component from the Protective and decorative strips group, designed for the rear left wheel arch area. This precisely shaped cover helps maintain a consistent side body line, improves wheel arch edge protection, and preserves the aesthetic appearance of the Black Sapphire Metallic paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8052077-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8052077
• Substitutable numbers: 8052077, 51778052077
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and fitment for BMW X3 F25

The presented moulding is designed specifically for the BMW X3 F25 model and is mounted on the rear left wheel arch. Thanks to its factory profile, it ensures proper adhesion to the bodywork, which reduces the risk of gaps, vibrations, and unwanted noises while driving. The component serves as a functional addition to the factory wheel arch trim package, allowing for a consistent look across the entire side area of the vehicle.

Design and functional characteristics

The wheel arch cover strip serves a dual role: protective and aesthetic. On one hand, it protects the edge of the wheel arch against minor mechanical damage and road debris, and on the other, it completes the body line, giving it a neat, factory-finished character. The shape and mounting method have been developed for this specific model, which facilitates installation and helps maintain the appropriate rigidity of the entire assembly.

The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color is consistent with the factory BMW paint palette, ensuring the strip blends well with the bodywork in this shade without the need for additional painting. This is a practical solution when replacing a damaged part after a collision or during local bodywork repairs.

Color and integration with the bodywork

The Black Sapphire Metallic finish helps maintain a uniform appearance of the vehicle's side, especially around the rear wheel arch. The properly selected shade and surface structure ensure that the strip harmoniously connects with adjacent panels, without introducing visual differences between individual body parts. This is crucial for body and paint repairs, where color consistency and the repeatability of the factory finish are essential.

Condition, origin, and service application

The component comes from original BMW production and is offered as a used part, which is a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs or body restoration where maintaining factory geometry and fitment is important. This type of strip is suitable both for replacing a single damaged element and for broader work within the rear wheel arch area, allowing for the restoration of the correct appearance and protective function in this zone.

Application in the wheel arch area and related components

The rear left wheel arch cover works in conjunction with other wheel arch components, such as inner liners, mounts, or adjacent trim strips. A correctly selected component limits the ingress of dirt around the body edges and helps maintain the visual stability of the entire side section of the vehicle. This is particularly important in vehicles used daily, where wheel arches are exposed to intense contact with water, mud, and small stones.

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

For a better understanding of the impact of individual components on vehicle durability and for planning service work within various systems, it is worth reading the guide on the cooling system and engine operation, available in the article Engine cooling system – overheating, repair, and used radiators.