BMW 1 E87 Bumper Rubber Trim Strip Front Right O/S Quarzblau Quarz Blue - A18

BMW 1 E87 Bumper Rubber Trim Strip Front Right O/S Quarzblau Quarz Blue is an original body component from the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed for installation in the front right section of the bumper. Thanks to the factory Quarzblau Metallic - A18 color, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged section without the need for adjusting the shape or geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0032638-QB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0032638
• Substitutable numbers: 51110032638, 0032638, 51117124500, 7124500
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Quarzblau Metallic - A18
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The bumper trim strip mounted on the front right side is responsible for covering a part of the bumper structure and aligning the body lines. It is a component tailored to the specific generation of the BMW 1 Series, which ensures:

• proper fitment with the remaining bumper parts,
• stable mounting in factory points,
• preservation of the original vehicle front geometry.

By using an original component, visual consistency and correct airflow around the bumper are maintained.

Quarzblau Metallic - A18 color and visual aspects

The factory Quarzblau Metallic - A18 paint is a characteristic metallic blue shade used by BMW, which harmonizes well with the 1 Series body line. Using a trim strip in this color allows for reducing the scope of paintwork, especially when other bumper elements are in the same shade.

The metallic coating ensures:

• consistent visual reception with other body panels,
• aesthetic transition between bumper elements,
• preservation of the characteristic factory BMW look.

Installation characteristics and fitment

The trim strip is prepared for installation in the front right part of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory mounting layout. The appropriate shaping of the edges and clips facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of gaps forming between adjacent bumper elements.

When replacing this type of component, it is worth paying attention to:

• the condition of the mounting points in the bumper,
• proper seating of the trim strip along its entire length,
• checking the contact lines with adjacent body elements.

This approach allows for restoring the original look of the car's front and reducing potential vibrations or unwanted noises while driving.

Used condition and benefits of choosing OEM parts

The item comes from dismantling and is offered as a used BMW part, which allows for combining reasonable cost with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Unlike aftermarket replacements, the factory component ensures shape compliance, proper fitment to the bumper, and visual consistency with other body elements.

For many users, choosing an original, used bumper trim strip is a compromise between repair economy and maintaining the vehicle's factory character.

Repair expansion within the BMW bumper area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional inserts, covers, or trim strips, check the available parts in the BMW Bumper inserts and covers category.

Additional technical materials

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