BMW 1 Series F20 LCI Complete Front Right Grab Handle O/S Karmesinrot Red A61

BMW 1 Series F20 LCI Complete Front Right Grab Handle O/S Karmesinrot Red A61 is an original interior component designed for the driver's or passenger's side on the right in right-hand drive versions. Thanks to its factory fitment, it ensures a consistent cockpit look and proper operation of the door opening mechanism. It is a practical solution for replacing a damaged or worn handle in facelift (LCI) models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7242575-KAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242575
• Substitutable numbers: 51227242575, 7242575, 51217297750, 7297750, 51217321640, 7321640, 51217242575
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series F20 LCI

The presented handle is designed specifically for the interior of the BMW 1 Series F20 generation after the facelift, intended for the front right side. This ensures the correct geometry, mounting points, and grip ergonomics, which translates into reliable door operation and no issues with installation in factory holes.

The item comes from the Door handles group, meaning it structurally and visually fits the original design of the BMW door panel without the need for modifications or fitting universal replacements.

Color and finish – Karmesinrot A61

The handle is finished in the Karmesinrot – A61 shade, used factory-standard in selected BMW interior configurations. This color choice allows for maintaining a uniform stylistic character of the door, without differences in shade or texture between the new and remaining upholstery elements.

The original surface finish ensures:

• visual consistency with other door elements,
• adequate resistance to daily use,
• a comfortable grip when opening the door.

Technical and functional characteristics

As an OEM element from the Door handles group, the product maintains the factory construction of the handle, guidance, and mounting points. Thanks to this:

• it fits the original mounting holes in the door,
• it works with the standard opening mechanism,
• it maintains the correct position relative to the door panel.

The placement on the vehicle limits the risk of error when selecting parts – the handle is intended specifically for the front right side, which is important for both ergonomics and the shape of the mounts.

Condition, origin, and service application

The item is in used condition, which makes it a reasonable choice for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged handle, or restoring full door functionality in daily-driven cars. The original BMW origin promotes maintaining the proper quality of workmanship and compatibility with other door components.

A handle selected in this way will work well both in spot repairs and in broader interior renovation work, where compliance with factory specifications and predictable behavior of the element after installation are important.

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 interior handles, frames, or additional handle modules, check the available parts in the BMW Door handles category.

For drivers who, in parallel with interior work, are also considering servicing or replacing drivetrain components, a useful supplement may be a guide on choosing and operating transmissions – more information can be found in the article Manual, automatic, or DSG transmission – common faults and a guide to buying a used gearbox.