BMW E90 F20 F30 Door Exterior Handle Cover Cap Rear Left N/S Alpinweiss 3 - 300

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E90 F20 F30 Door Exterior Handle Cover Cap Rear Left N/S Alpinweiss 3 - 300 is an original body component from the Door handles category, designed for installation in the rear left door area. Thanks to its factory Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color, it allows for maintaining paint consistency and the aesthetics of the side bodywork without the need for additional painting, provided it is properly matched.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0392541-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7162431
• Substitutable numbers: 51217162431, 7162431
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Part type: Door Handle
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and function of the component

The rear left door handle cover is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the handle area and protects the handle mechanism from external factors. For BMW E90, F20, and F30 series models, a correctly selected cover ensures:

• a consistent look for the side body line,
• protection of the handle mechanism against dirt and moisture,
• stable mounting in factory installation points,
• preservation of the ergonomics of opening the door from the rear left side.

Color and visual fit

The factory Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color is one of the popular shades of white used by BMW, which facilitates the visual matching of the component to a vehicle finished in this paint. Using an original cover in this color helps to reduce:

• shade differences between the component and the rest of the bodywork,
• the need for full painting when replacing a damaged cover,
• the risk of unnatural color transitions in the rear left door area.

For users who care about the consistent appearance of their vehicle, this is a practical solution for post-accident repairs or spot body restoration.

Placement on the vehicle and installation aspects

The component is designed for installation in the rear left door area, which is important both in terms of geometry and mounting method. Proper placement on the vehicle means:

• maintaining the factory gap lines between the door and the body,
• correct adhesion of the cover to the door surface,
• compatibility with the factory handle mechanism for this side of the vehicle.

As a component from the Door handles category, the cover works with the existing opening mechanism, serving as an external finish rather than a mechanical part.

Product characteristics and practical application

The offered cover comes from a BMW vehicle and is a used component, which in practice means a favorable cost-to-quality ratio while maintaining original geometry and fit. This type of component is particularly useful when:

• it is necessary to replace a damaged or scratched handle cover,
• a post-accident repair is being carried out in the rear left part of the body,
• you want to maintain the factory look of the door without using replacements with different geometry.

Because it is an original BMW component, compliance with the stylistic line of the E90, F20, and F30 models is maintained, which is important for both aesthetic and functional reasons.

Repair area expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, exterior handles, or decorative trims, check the available parts in the BMW Door handles category.

If you are simultaneously working on improving the comfort and appearance of the cabin, practical tips on selecting interior components from the secondary market may be useful – you can find them in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, which discusses issues of compatibility, selection, and installation of equipment.

Summary

BMW E90 F20 F30 Door Exterior Handle Cover Cap Rear Left N/S Alpinweiss 3 - 300 is a practical solution for users looking for an original finishing element in the rear left door area. A used, factory component from the Door handles category allows for a technically correct repair, maintaining a consistent body appearance, and reducing costs compared to full painting or using non-factory replacements.