BMW 3 Series F30 F31 Front Left Outside Door Grab Handle N/S Melbourne Rot Red

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW 3 Series F30 F31 Front Left Outside Door Grab Handle N/S Melbourne Rot Red is an original body component from the Door handles category, designed for installation on the driver's side in 3 Series F30/F31 models. The paint in the Melbourne Red Metallic - A75 shade allows for maintaining color consistency of the bodywork and restoring the vehicle's factory appearance after repair or replacement of a damaged handle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7242567-MRT1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242567
• Substitutable numbers: 51217242567, 7242567, 51227259836, 7259836, 51227332267, 7332267, 7259828, 51217259828
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Melbourne Red Metallic - A75
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented handle is designed for installation in the front left door, i.e., the driver's entry zone. Proper placement on the vehicle ensures correct cooperation with the lock mechanism and other door panel components, without the need for structural modifications.

The original BMW branding ensures precise fitment with the body line, which reduces the risk of play, rattles, or leaks after installation. This solution is particularly recommended for post-accident repairs and when replacing worn-out consumable parts.

Color and finish Melbourne Red Metallic - A75

The handle is factory-painted in Melbourne Red Metallic - A75, characteristic of sporty BMW 3 Series F30/F31 configurations. The metallic paint coating provides an attractive light effect while making it easier to match the existing body paint without the need for additional painting of the entire component.

Such a finish allows for shortening repair time and limiting the scope of paint work, which is particularly important for quick vehicle restoration after mechanical or cosmetic damage.

Functional characteristics and installation

As an item from the Door handles category, the product is responsible for convenient opening and closing of the door and proper operation of the cabin entry zone. The design intended for the specific BMW model allows for installation in place of the factory handle, while maintaining the original geometry and ergonomics of the grip.

The used condition means that the handle comes from disassembly, which in practice translates into a favorable cost-to-quality ratio while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This is a solution often chosen by workshops and users who want to maintain the factory equipment standard without investing in a new component.

Benefits of using an original BMW handle

• Factory fitment for the front left door in the BMW 3 Series F30/F31.
• Original Melbourne Red Metallic - A75 color, facilitating the maintenance of visual body consistency.
• Compatibility with the factory lock mechanism and other door components.
• Cost-effective solution thanks to the use of a used OEM component.

An element configured in this way allows for a technically correct repair of the driver's door zone, while maintaining the characteristic styling of the BMW F30/F31.

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

To better plan service work and utilize the potential of used OEM components, it is worth reading the guide on the impact of parts availability on repair time – details can be found in the article Availability of car parts off-the-shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten workshop stays?.