BMW 1 E87 2 Bumper Rubber Trim Strip Front Right O/S Quarzblau Quarz Blue - A18

BMW 1 E87 2 Bumper Rubber Trim Strip Front Right O/S Quarzblau Quarz Blue - A18 is an original body component from the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed for installation in the front right section of the bumper. Finished in the factory Quarzblau Metallic - A18 color, it allows for maintaining a consistent body appearance and the proper alignment of the bumper line in the BMW 1 Series E87.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0032638-QB2
• 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 fitment

The trim strip is designed as a component mounted on the front right part of the bumper, precisely filling the space provided by the manufacturer. Proper profiling ensures correct fitment with other bumper components, which reduces the risk of unwanted gaps and vibrations while driving.

As a part from the Bumper inserts and covers group, the trim serves both an aesthetic and protective function – it shields a section of the bumper structure from minor mechanical damage and the influence of external factors.

Color and finish

The factory paint in the Quarzblau Metallic - A18 shade allows for maintaining a uniform color scheme of the vehicle's front without the need for additional painting, provided the other body elements are in the same color. The metallic coating is well-matched to the character of the BMW E87, highlighting the bumper line and giving the body a cohesive, orderly look.

A properly selected surface structure makes it easier to keep the trim clean and reduces the visibility of minor dirt typical for the front part of the vehicle.

Characteristics of the used part

The element comes from the secondary market, which allows for an economical bumper repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing a used OEM component is advantageous wherever the priority is to maintain factory fitment and bumper geometry at reasonable service costs.

This type of trim strip will prove useful both for local repair of a damaged corner and for broader bodywork and paint jobs where restoring the original layout of bumper elements is required.

Application in body repairs

BMW 1 E87 2 Bumper Rubber Trim Strip Front Right O/S Quarzblau Quarz Blue - A18 is particularly useful for repairs after parking collisions, scrapes, or when replacing a damaged bumper. Thanks to its factory shape and color, it allows for shortening workshop time, limiting the need for additional adjustments or modifications.

In practice, installing such an element enables:

• restoring the correct line of the front bumper after corner damage,
• replacing a missing or cracked trim strip without interfering with the bumper structure,
• maintaining a consistent body appearance in Quarzblau Metallic color.

Expanding the scope of repairs – related items

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 covers, inserts, or additional trim strips, check the available parts in the BMW Bumper inserts and covers category.

Technical knowledge and part selection

When selecting body elements and other components, it is worth using reliable sources of information to avoid compatibility issues and unnecessary costs. In the case of more complex repairs, including those involving the drivetrain, the guide on the cost-effectiveness of purchasing used components may be helpful – you can find it in the article Used gearbox – when is it worth it and what you need to remember, which discusses the practical aspects of choosing parts from the secondary market.