Grab Handle BMW F30 F31 Door Rear Left N/S Outside Midnight Blue Metallic - B38

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Grab Handle BMW F30 F31 Door Rear Left N/S Outside Midnight Blue Metallic is an original body component from the Door handles group, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. Finished in the factory Midnight Blue Metallic - B38 color, this handle ensures visual consistency of the bodywork and proper ergonomics for opening the door.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7242567-MBM
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242567
• Substitutable numbers: 7242567, 51217242567, 7207561, 51217207561, 0445185, 51210445185
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Midnight Blue Metallic - B38
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented handle has been designed specifically for BMW F30/F31 series models and is intended for installation in the rear, left-hand position. Thanks to its factory profile and geometry, it maintains proper alignment with the door panel, seals, and lock mechanism, which translates into stable operation and predictable performance in daily use.

The component belongs to the Door handles group, meaning it is structurally adapted to withstand the loads associated with frequent opening and closing of the door, as well as to work with the standard lock components and linkages in the given BMW model.

Color and body aesthetics

The handle is finished in the Midnight Blue Metallic - B38 shade, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. Using the original color reduces the need for additional painting when replacing a damaged part, which is beneficial in terms of both time and cost.

Selecting a handle in the correct color is not only important visually but also technically – a properly matched component minimizes the risk of differences in shade and paint structure at the junction with adjacent body panels.

Technical and functional characteristics

The handle construction is intended for operation in the rear, left-hand position of the vehicle, ensuring compatibility with the factory mounting layout and linkage routing. The properly shaped grip allows for a secure hold and repeatable operation of the door opening mechanism, while the fitment to the body lines limits the formation of unwanted stress within the paneling.

As an OEM component, the handle works with the standard solutions used in the BMW F30/F31, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original functional properties of the door – from lock operation to proper closing and sealing.

Condition and service application

The offered handle is a used item, making it a practical choice for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged handle, or restoring the vehicle to a near-factory state without the need to resort to new parts. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where maintaining the original appearance of the bodywork within a rational service budget is essential.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory color and mounting purpose, the handle can be used both in spot repairs and in broader bodywork and paint projects where visual consistency and proper operation of door mechanisms are important.

Support in selection and expanding the scope of repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as external handles, covers, or additional handle modules, check the available parts in the BMW door handles category.

To broaden your knowledge of solutions used in the premium segment and compare the approaches of different manufacturers to body construction and service components, it is worth reading the article describing the development of flagship Mercedes models – you can find it here: Evolution of the Mercedes S-Class: from W140 to W222 – innovations and Mercedes parts.