BMW E90 LCI Rear Bumper Trim Panel PDC Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 LCI Rear Bumper Trim Panel PDC Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03 is an original body component designed for installation in the rear section of vehicles equipped with PDC parking sensors. Its precise fit for the E90 LCI facelift version and the factory Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03 paint allow for an aesthetically and technically correct replacement of a damaged bumper section. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs and the restoration of BMW 3 Series youngtimers.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036875-RUB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036875
• Substitutable numbers: 51120036875, 0036875, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Application and function in the BMW E90 LCI body

The described panel is a component of the rear body zone, working in conjunction with the factory bumper and the PDC parking sensor system. Its purpose is to provide an aesthetic finish to the lower part of the bumper, maintain the correct geometry of the body lines, and ensure proper spacing and guidance for the parking sensors.

Thanks to a design consistent with the factory solution, the panel helps maintain the correct position of the sensors relative to the ground, which promotes the proper operation of the parking assistance system. Replacing a damaged element with an original component from the same series helps reduce the risk of incorrect PDC readings and unwanted error messages.

Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The factory Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03 color is a distinctive, dark metallic BMW paint, often found on E90 LCI 3 Series models. Using a component already painted in this shade:

• facilitates visual matching to the existing body paint,
• reduces the scope of paint work required for minor repairs,
• speeds up the process of returning the car to service after a collision or parking damage.

In the case of restoring or upgrading a car in this color, using an original panel in the Rubinschwarz shade allows for maintaining visual consistency with other body elements, which is particularly important for well-maintained vehicles treated as future youngtimers.

Characteristics of the used component

The presented panel comes from dismantling and is a used part, which represents a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original BMW specifications. Such components are frequently chosen for:

• local bumper repairs after minor collisions,
• restoring a car to a near-factory state after previous non-factory modifications,
• restoration projects where compliance with the original design is important.

A used bumper panel allows for maintaining factory fitment and characteristic body lines, which is difficult to achieve with aftermarket replacements of different geometry or build quality.

Support for youngtimer restoration

Owners of BMW 3 Series models from years close to the E90 LCI increasingly treat their cars as future classics, which is why the importance of correctly selected, original body parts is growing. In the context of comprehensive restoration, it is worth using the knowledge and experience of other users and specialists involved in rebuilding vehicles from this period – practical tips and modernization scenarios can be found in the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 era.

Expanding the rear BMW body zone

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

Summary

BMW E90 LCI Rear Bumper Trim Panel PDC Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03 is a practical solution for users looking for an original, used body component matched to the version with PDC sensors. Using a factory component helps maintain the correct geometry of the rear of the vehicle, color consistency, and the functionality of the parking system, which is significant both for daily use and for long-term car restoration.