BMW 1 Series F20 Complete Front Right Grab Handle O/S Liquid Blue Metallic B40

BMW 1 Series F20 Complete Front Right Grab Handle O/S Liquid Blue Metallic B40 is an original exterior handle designed for the driver's side on right-hand drive (O/S) vehicles. The component ensures proper door opening ergonomics while maintaining the factory body line and the characteristic Liquid Blue Metallic finish, which blends harmoniously with the vehicle's paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7242575-LBL
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242575
• Substitutable numbers: 51227242575, 7242575, 51217321640, 7321640, 51217297750, 7297750, EM, 51217242575
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Liquid Blue Metallic - B40
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and function of the handle

The presented handle is dedicated to the front right door of the BMW 1 Series F20 generation, in the right-hand drive version. It is designed as an exterior door handle that handles the loads associated with daily opening and closing of the door, ensuring a secure grip and stable operation of the lock mechanism.

Thanks to the factory mounting geometry and precise profile, the component allows for maintaining proper fitment with the door panel, seals, and trim strips, which is important for both user comfort and protecting the interior from external factors.

Liquid Blue Metallic B40 color and visual fit

The handle is finished in Liquid Blue Metallic B40 paint, characteristic of selected BMW 1 Series F20 configurations. The metallic coating gives the body a cohesive, modern look, and the accurately matched shade facilitates aesthetic replacement of the part without the need for full door repainting.

In the case of restoration or post-accident repair, such a component allows for limiting the scope of paint work, which is beneficial in terms of both time and cost, while maintaining high visual quality.

Technical characteristics and installation

As a part from the Door handles group, the handle is constructed to work with the factory lock, linkages, and other BMW F20 door components. The placement on the vehicle is clearly defined as front – right side, which minimizes the risk of error when selecting the part.

The component comes from a used vehicle, which in practice means it is an original part with preserved factory geometry and compatibility with the door structure. With proper installation, it is possible to achieve correct operation of the opening mechanism without the need for body or lock modifications.

Application in BMW F20 repairs and restorations

This type of handle is particularly suitable for:

• repairs after collisions involving the front right door,
• replacing a scratched or mechanically damaged component,
• visual restoration of the body while maintaining the original Liquid Blue Metallic color,
• restoring full handle functionality after wear and tear.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory manufacturing standard, you can count on proper fitment to the door line and consistency with other body elements.

Selection of other BMW door handles

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 exterior handles, rear handles, or additional components of this area, check the available parts in the BMW door handles category.

A safe choice for used body parts

When deciding to purchase a used door handle, it is worth paying attention to the origin of the part, compatibility with the specific body version, and the condition of the paint surface. A well-chosen, original component allows you to reduce repair costs while maintaining an appropriate level of quality and functionality.

If you want to analyze more broadly which used body and equipment components are a reasonable choice when servicing German car brands, the following article may be helpful: Restoration and repair of German cars – which used parts are worth buying and which are better to avoid?.