BMW X3 E83 Door Front Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Listing details and visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

BMW X3 E83 Door Front Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. The part in Black Sapphire Metallic color allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged door skin, while maintaining the factory BMW body line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3451015-BS2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3451015
• Substitutable numbers: 41003451015, 3451015, 41003404893, 41003449335, 3404893, 3449335
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW X3 E83

The presented front left door has been designed specifically for the BMW X3 E83 model, taking into account the correct placement on the driver's side front of the vehicle. The construction is based on factory mounting points for hinges, locks, and window guides, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

The original panel geometry ensures proper alignment with the fender, rocker panel, and pillar, which is essential both for sealing and for maintaining the correct operation of seals and window mechanisms.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – benefits for repair

The door is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 paint, characteristic of many BMW vehicles. For the user, this means the possibility of carrying out body repairs with a limited scope of painting, especially when the car has the same color code. In practice, this facilitates:

• achieving a visually consistent effect after repair,
• reducing the time required for body and paint work,
• lowering the costs of preparing the component for installation.

The metallic paint coating is properly prepared for further processing if it becomes necessary to match the shade to a specific vehicle.

Technical characteristics and installation

The door belongs to the Doors and door panels category, meaning it is a structural element of the side body, affecting the rigidity and passive safety of the vehicle. The panel construction is designed to work with factory:

• hinges and door checks,
• locks and cylinders,
• window lifting mechanisms and guides,
• seals and trim strips.

Such a solution allows for the use of existing components from the vehicle or their replacement with other OEM parts, while maintaining dimensional compatibility.

Used condition and practical advantages of purchase

The item is offered as a used part, which in practice means a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original quality of BMW construction. In many cases, choosing a used door allows you to:

• reduce expenses compared to a new component,
• maintain the factory body specification,
• limit the amount of work related to fitting and bodywork processing.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface condition, edges, and mounting points, followed by preparing the component according to the procedure adopted in the workshop (cleaning, potential priming, color matching).

Expanding the door zone repair in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or additional panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

Tips for selecting used body components

When choosing a used door for a BMW X3 E83, it is worth paying attention to model compatibility, the side of installation, and the paint color to limit the scope of subsequent work. A good approach is also to compare the condition of edges, creases, and mounting points with the currently installed element on the vehicle. If you wish to deepen your knowledge about the cost-effectiveness of using used components in a car, including equipment and electronics, the following article may be helpful: The second life of electronics – when is it worth choosing used engine controllers, comfort modules, and parking sensors?.

Summary

BMW X3 E83 Door Front Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is a functional solution for drivers who want to restore the correct appearance and geometry of the front left part of the body while maintaining the characteristic Black Sapphire Metallic paint. The original door construction, matched to factory mounting points, facilitates the repair process and allows for the effective use of existing vehicle components.