BMW E82 Coupe E88 Cabrio M Sport Rear Bumper Right O/S Guide Bracket

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E82 Coupe E88 Cabrio M Sport Rear Bumper Right O/S Guide Bracket is an original structural component designed for the precise mounting of the bumper in sport versions of the BMW 1 Series. This rear right bumper guide bracket ensures the correct alignment of the bumper cover relative to the body, which translates into stability, aesthetics, and the proper geometry of the rear part of the vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8045508-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8045508
• Substitutable numbers: 51128045508, 8045508, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The described guide bracket is dedicated to Coupe E82 and Cabrio E88 bodies with the M Sport package and operates in the rear, right section of the vehicle. Its task is to maintain the bumper in the correct position relative to the fender and other body panels, ensuring even gaps and that the entire structure maintains rigidity during operation.

This component plays an essential role in:

• guiding and supporting the bumper on the horizontal and vertical axis,
• reducing vibrations and play of the bumper cover when driving on uneven surfaces,
• maintaining the consistent stylistic line of the M Sport package.

Construction and fitment for BMW

The guide bracket has been designed as a system part in the Bumpers and reinforcements group, allowing it to work with factory mounting points in the BMW body. The load-bearing structure and the arrangement of the clips are adapted to the characteristic shape of the M Sport bumper, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional adjustments.

As an original component, the guide bracket ensures:

• consistency with the factory body geometry,
• compatibility with standard mounts and reinforcements,
• easier adjustment of the gaps between the bumper and the fender.

Condition and service application

The product comes from the group of original BMW parts and is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical repair without sacrificing factory fitment. This is a practical solution when replacing a damaged guide bracket after a collision, bumper disassembly, or restoring the correct body line after previous bodywork repairs.

The component will prove useful both in workshops specializing in the BMW brand and for users servicing their own cars who expect predictable installation and the preservation of the original construction of the rear part of the vehicle.

Benefits of using an original guide bracket

Using the correct bumper guide bracket on the rear right side of the body allows for reducing the risk of bumper cover cracks, improper bumper adhesion, or the formation of unsightly gaps. Original mounting geometry facilitates service work and reduces the time needed to fit the component, which is important both for post-accident repairs and vehicle restoration.

For owners who care about the value of the car, it is also important that maintaining the factory construction of the rear body section helps to maintain a consistent appearance of the vehicle, which may affect the subsequent assessment of the technical condition during resale.

If you want to better understand how the selection of original components affects the vehicle's value when changing owners, it is worth reading the guide: Original used parts vs. car resale price – how not to lose money?

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