Door Handle BMW F30 F31 1 Front Right Outside Grab Alpinweiss Alpine White 300

Door Handle BMW F30 F31 1 Front Right Outside Grab Alpinweiss Alpine White 300 in Alpinweiss 3 (300) is an original exterior door handle designed for installation on the passenger side. This component belongs to the Door Handles category and provides a functional solution for body repairs, replacing a damaged handle, or restoring a consistent paint finish on white BMW 3 Series F30/F31 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7259830-AW1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7259830
• Substitutable numbers: 51217259830, 7259830, 51217259828, 7259828, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented handle is designed for installation on the front right door of the BMW F30/F31 body style. The design of the exterior handle allows for direct transfer of the opening force to the lock mechanism, ensuring a secure grip and consistent operation during daily vehicle use.

Its original BMW origin ensures the maintenance of proper geometry, mounting points, and compatibility with factory door components, such as the lock cylinder, linkages, or seals. As a result, the handle fits perfectly into the body line without the need for modifications or adjustments.

Color and body aesthetics

The handle is finished in the factory Alpinweiss 3 – 300 color, widely used in BMW models. This allows for an aesthetic replacement of a damaged component without the need for additional painting, provided that the remaining body panels have maintained a similar shade and level of wear.

A uniform body color in the door area contributes to a consistent visual appearance of the car, which is important both for daily use and for the potential resale of the vehicle. Using an original handle in the correct color reduces the risk of shade differences typical of components painted outside the factory.

Performance characteristics

As a component operated every time the door is opened, the handle must withstand repetitive mechanical loads. The design provided by the manufacturer, BMW, ensures stable mounting to the door skin and appropriate handle rigidity, which translates into predictable lock operation and ease of use.

The used nature of the part allows for economical vehicle repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. In many cases, this is a cost-effective solution compared to new aftermarket replacements, while maintaining the factory standard of fit and appearance.

Use in body repairs

The component will be particularly useful in situations such as:

• replacing a handle after mechanical damage (impact, vandalism, handle breakage),
• restoring door completeness after body and paint repairs,
• replacing a missing or incomplete handle in post-accident vehicles,
• visual correction in the case of previous installation of an unpainted or non-original component.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory color and construction, installing this handle allows for the quick restoration of full door functionality and a consistent look for the side of the vehicle.

Comparison of used and new parts

When choosing between a new and a used handle, it is worth considering the cost-to-quality ratio of original BMW parts. A used OEM component often offers a favorable compromise between price and fitment, especially when it is important to maintain the factory paint color without additional work. If you would like to analyze the differences between new and used body components in more detail, check out the article New or used? A comparison of costs and quality of car parts, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting parts.

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, covers, or additional mounting hardware, check out the available parts in the BMW Door Handles category.