BMW E81 E87 7 Side Panel Fender Wing Front Right O/S Black Sapphire - 475

BMW E81 E87 7 Side Panel Fender Wing Front Right O/S Black Sapphire - 475 is an original body component designed for the front right side of the vehicle, ensuring a factory fit and a consistent body appearance. This used fender in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct repair of the front wheel arch area without the need for costly aftermarket replacements. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, and restoring the original body lines in BMW 1 Series models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7133228-BS7
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7133228
• Substitutable numbers: 41357133228, 7133228
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW bodywork

The presented fender has been designed as a factory component for the BMW series, which translates into precise alignment with the hood, bumper, side skirt, and driver's door on the right side. The vehicle placement, defined as front – right side, ensures that the body line, panel gaps, and mounting points remain consistent with the manufacturer's specifications.

Thanks to a design compliant with the original blueprint, installation does not require modifications to mounts or interference with the body structure. This is significant both from the perspective of safety and the durability of the body repair.

Characteristics of the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint

The fender is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, a characteristic metallic black used on many BMW vehicles. This shade provides an elegant, understated look that complements the 1 Series body line and other body components in this color.

The metallic structure of the paint allows for a consistent visual effect with the remaining panels, and with proper preparation and polishing, it enables the scope of additional painting to be kept to a minimum. This is a beneficial solution for repairs where both aesthetics and turnaround time are important.

Performance parameters and benefits of use

The fender belongs to the group of body components responsible for protecting the front wheel arch, maintaining the body line, and properly channeling debris from under the wheel. A properly selected component:

• stabilizes the wheel arch edge and protects the engine bay from excessive dirt,
• ensures correct mounting of inner wheel arch liners and assembly components,
• maintains the proper geometry of the vehicle's front in the fender–bumper–hood area.

The product has a specific weight, selected by the manufacturer to maintain a balance between panel rigidity and the vehicle's total mass. As a used component, the fender represents an economical solution while maintaining the original BMW construction specification.

Condition, origin, and assembly aspects

The fender is offered as a used part, which allows for significant reduction in repair costs while maintaining original build quality. The component comes from dismantling, which ensures it retains the factory mounting points, pressings, and geometry consistent with the manufacturer's design.

Before installation, standard bodywork verification, surface preparation, and potential paint matching to the remaining body panels are recommended. A correctly installed fender restores the aesthetics of the front right side of the vehicle and ensures proper interaction with the wheel arch and bumper.

Use in body repairs and part selection

This fender model is particularly suitable for post-collision repairs, replacing damaged panels, and reconstructing the front of the vehicle after bodywork interventions. Thanks to the preservation of the original design, the component works well with factory mounts, which facilitates workshop work and shortens installation time.

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

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