BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Door Front Right O/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Door Front Right O/S Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the front right side. The paint in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade allows for a visually consistent match with the factory BMW body finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7034152-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7034152
• Substitutable numbers: 41517034152, 7034152, 41517008340, 7008340, 41518240072, 8240072
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW E46

The presented door has been designed as a body component mounted in the front area, on the passenger side. Thanks to the factory geometry, the correct body lines, panel gaps, and compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and seals characteristic of the BMW E46 series are maintained.

The original construction ensures adequate lateral rigidity, which is important both for safety and for the proper closing and operation of window mechanisms and locks after transferring them from the previous door.

Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 color

The door is factory-painted in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, one of the popular shades used by BMW. Metallic black effectively masks minor dirt and highlights the body line, which facilitates visual matching of the component when replacing it after a collision or during staged body restoration.

For many users, limiting the scope of paint work is important – using a door in the same paint code often allows for reducing it to local blending or correction, instead of fully repainting the entire side of the vehicle.

Characteristics of the used component

The door comes from dismantling, which means these are used parts that retain the factory construction and mounting parameters. This type of component is a good solution for post-accident repairs when you want to maintain the original quality of the sheet metal and consistency with the BMW production line.

In practice, installing used OEM doors allows for reducing repair time compared to repairing a heavily deformed panel, while simultaneously maintaining proper alignment with the fender, sill, and A-pillar.

Mounting zone – front right side

Placement in the front area on the right side means that the component is responsible for passenger protection and the correct guidance of the side body line. Proper door fitment influences:

• lateral body rigidity in the cabin area,
• proper operation of seals and reduction of wind noise,
• correct closing and operation of the lock and window mechanism after transferring the equipment.

Thanks to the retention of factory mounting points, it is possible to use existing hinges and adjust the door in accordance with BMW service procedures.

Why choose OEM doors for BMW

Choosing original doors from the Doors and door panels group primarily ensures the preservation of factory geometry and compatibility with other body elements. Compared to aftermarket body parts, an OEM component usually fits better against the fender, sill, and roof, which reduces the time needed for adjustment in the workshop.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side part of your BMW body and need other elements from the same group, such as door skins, reinforcements, or frames, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

If you are also interested in improving the car's characteristics in terms of performance and sound, and are specifically considering modifications in the exhaust system area using used components for BMW, check out the article Performance exhaust system: used manifolds and sports catalytic converters on the road, where you will find practical tips on selecting components.