BMW 1 SERIES 6 E87 E87N Door Front Left N/S Karmesinrot Red Rot - A61

BMW 1 SERIES 6 E87 E87N Door Front Left N/S Karmesinrot Red Rot - A61 is an original body component from the Doors and body panels category, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory origin from the BMW brand, it ensures a precise fit to the body structure and visual consistency with the model line in the Karmesinrot A61 color. It is a practical solution for accident repairs, bodywork corrections, or replacing corroded components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7191011-KAR6
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7191011
• Substitutable numbers: 41517191011, 7191011, 41517132339, 7132339
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and body fitment for BMW 1 E87

The presented item is a complete front left door designed for the BMW 1 Series E87, mounted on the driver's side. The vehicle placement is factory-defined, which facilitates correct installation into existing hinge, lock, and seal mounting points. This ensures the geometry of the door opening is maintained, along with proper alignment with the pillars and sills, and correct operation of the locking mechanisms.

Karmesinrot A61 color and visual aspect

The door comes in the original Karmesinrot A61 color, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. For users who own a vehicle in the same shade, this means the possibility of limiting the painting scope to local touch-ups or corrections only in the joining areas. Maintaining the factory color also makes it easier to match the shade during a potential full repaint, as the paint code is clearly defined in the manufacturer's documentation.

Technical characteristics and installation

The door belongs to the Doors and body panels group, meaning it is a structural element of the side body, responsible for both passenger protection and body rigidity. As a used part sourced from a BMW vehicle, it retains the factory geometry of the stampings, edges, and mounting points, which translates into:

• proper fitment with the front fender, sill, and B-pillar,
• the ability to use original hinges and locks,
• easier adjustment of gaps between body elements.

The component is suitable for use in bodywork repairs where maintaining factory dimensions and body lines is crucial. The used nature of the part allows for economical repair while maintaining OEM standards.

Practical application and benefits of choosing OEM BMW parts

Choosing an original BMW door for the 1 Series E87 is particularly beneficial in situations where the vehicle has sustained side damage or requires replacement of corroded panels. Using an OEM component allows you to:

• maintain compliance with the factory body structure,
• minimize fitting and adjustment time during installation,
• maintain a consistent vehicle appearance across the entire body.

For body and paint shops, this means a predictable installation process, and for the end user – an aesthetic final result and proper door operation in daily use.

Used condition and operational aspects

The door comes from the secondary market, which allows for repair cost optimization while maintaining the original build quality characteristic of the BMW brand. Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the sheet metal surface, prepare it for painting (if a color change is planned), and inspect the hinge and lock mounting points. This ensures the component can be effectively integrated into a professional body repair process.

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

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