BMW E60 E61 Side Panel Front Left N/S Wing Fender Carbonschwarz Black - 416

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E60 E61 Side Panel Front Left N/S Wing Fender Carbonschwarz Black - 416 is an original body component designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. The fender, finished in the elegant Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 color, allows for a visually consistent body repair while maintaining the factory lines and character of the BMW. It is a practical solution for users looking to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the vehicle's front end using a proven component.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7111429-CAR2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7111429
• Substitutable numbers: 41357111429, 7111429, 41357111373, 7111373
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and compatibility with BMW E60 / E61

The presented fender is designed as a body panel mounted on the front left side, precisely replicating the shape of the factory bodywork for the BMW 5 Series E60 and E61. The construction matches the original mounting points, which facilitates bodywork and allows for maintaining correct gaps between the hood, doors, and bumper. This type of component is particularly important for post-collision repairs and when replacing corroded or damaged panels.

Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 color and visual appeal

The fender is finished in the factory Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 shade, which is one of BMW's dark metallic paints. This color ensures consistency with a body in the same paint code and reduces the scope of paintwork required, which can save both time and costs. The metallic black emphasizes the body lines, and a properly selected component helps restore the aesthetic appearance of the front of the car after mechanical damage.

Technical characteristics and installation

The fender belongs to the group of body components responsible for protecting the front wheel and directing airflow along the side of the vehicle. Its placement on the driver's side at the front of the body ensures compatibility with factory wheel arches, the bumper, and the hood. The component has a specific weight, which is important when planning transport and workshop work, especially during fitting and gap adjustment. The product comes from dismantling, meaning it is a used part, but still functional for further use.

Use in body repairs and restoration

Replacing a fender on a BMW E60/E61 is often necessary after parking damage, side collisions, or in cases of advanced corrosion. Using an original component from the same model series allows you to:

• maintain the factory body geometry and character lines,
• facilitate fitting to existing mounting points and accessories,
• minimize the scope of additional bodywork modifications.

As a result, the repair is more predictable, and the final effect is closer to the factory standard, which is significant for both aesthetic and functional reasons.

Category, brand, and reference numbers

The component belongs to the Wheel arches and rear fenders group, although in this case, it serves as a front left side fender for the BMW brand. The product has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle configuration in the manufacturer's catalogs and parts selection systems. This information is particularly useful for workshops and sellers who want to precisely match the component to a given vehicle.

Support with selection and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch and fender zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, mounts, or additional panels, check the available parts in the BMW wheel arches and rear fenders category.

For those interested in the broader use of dismantled parts in tuning and repair projects, practical tips on combining visual and mechanical aspects can be found in the article Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using dismantled components.