BMW X3 E83 Tailgate Finisher M Sport Boot Lid Cover Rubinschwarz Black - S23

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW X3 E83 Tailgate Finisher M Sport Boot Lid Cover Rubinschwarz Black - S23 is an original body component from the Tailgates and rear parts group, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The cover, finished in the elegant Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic color, ensures a consistent body appearance while serving as a functional complement to the sporty M Sport styling.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0403511-RUB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0403511
• Substitutable numbers: 51110403511, 0403511, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for BMW X3 E83 M Sport

This tailgate finisher has been specifically designed for the BMW X3 E83 M Sport model, taking into account the characteristic geometry of the rear bodywork. Its placement in the rear area of the vehicle ensures proper fitment with the tailgate and adjacent body panels, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Thanks to its design compliant with BMW standards, the component maintains the factory body lines, which is essential both for post-accident repairs and for restoring the vehicle's original appearance after minor damage.

Visual characteristics – Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic color

The cover is finished in Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03, a color characteristic of many BMW X3 E83 configurations. This shade of black with a metallic finish complements the M Sport line well, emphasizing the vehicle's dynamic character and ensuring consistency with other body panels.

Selecting a component in the correct paint code helps minimize the scope of additional paint work, which is particularly important for precise vehicle restoration and for maintaining a uniform structure and gloss of the paint coating.

Function and application in the rear body section

The tailgate finisher serves a protective and aesthetic function in the rear zone of the vehicle. Designed for the specific geometry of the BMW X3 E83 M Sport, it supports:

• maintaining the proper edge line of the tailgate,
• protecting selected sheet metal sections against minor mechanical damage,
• maintaining a consistent appearance of the rear body section after body and paint repairs.

Thanks to a design consistent with BMW's factory specifications, the cover can be used both when replacing a damaged part and when reconstructing a complete tailgate as part of broader service work.

Condition of the component and benefits of choosing a used part

The product is offered as a used part, which is a cost-effective solution for vehicle repairs where the priority is to maintain reasonable costs while keeping the original BMW specification. Choosing a component from the secondary market allows you to match the cover to the existing paintwork, which can be more difficult with new, unpainted components.

For workshops and individual users, this means the possibility of efficiently replacing a damaged cover while maintaining the factory character of the body and reducing the time required for additional preparatory work.

Support with selection by OEM numbers and paint codes

When selecting BMW body components, it is particularly important to verify compatibility using OEM numbers and paint codes to avoid installation issues and color discrepancies. Practical tips on verifying part compatibility, including components for BMW, can be found in the guide Buying parts online without risk – 5 proven ways to verify component compatibility, which discusses, among other things, working with catalog numbers and color codes.

Related BMW rear body zone components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, reinforcements, or complementary covers, check the available parts in the BMW Tailgates and rear parts category.