BMW 1 SERIES 31 E87 E87N Door Front Right O/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

BMW 1 SERIES 31 E87 E87N Door Front Right O/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body part from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the front right side of the BMW 1 Series E87 model. The Black Sapphire Metallic paint finish ensures visual consistency of the bodywork and facilitates matching the vehicle's factory finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7191012-BS31
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7191012
• Substitutable numbers: 41517191012, 7191012, 41517132340, 7132340
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series E87

The presented item is designed as a complete front right door for the BMW 1 Series E87, taking into account the factory body geometry and mounting points. Its placement on the vehicle covers the front passenger side, which guarantees proper alignment with the fender, rocker panel, pillar, and factory seals.

By maintaining the original door construction, it is possible to transfer equipment from the previous part (upholstery, wiring harness, lock, window – depending on the vehicle configuration) without the need to interfere with the body structure. This solution is particularly beneficial for accident repairs, where precise reproduction of the body lines is essential.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – benefits for body repair

The door is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475, one of the popular shades used in the BMW 1 Series E87. The use of factory metallic paint facilitates:

• limiting the scope of painting to local touch-ups or blending,
• maintaining visual consistency with other body panels,
• reducing the time required to prepare the part for installation.

For body and paint shops, this means a more predictable color matching process, and for the user – an aesthetic final result while maintaining the characteristic look of the Black Sapphire Metallic paint.

Technical characteristics and installation

As an item from the Doors and door panels category, the product serves as a load-bearing side body panel, responsible for proper window operation, interaction with the lock, and cabin sealing. The design intended for installation in the front right part of the vehicle ensures:

• compatibility with factory hinges and door locks,
• proper edge geometry relative to the fender and rocker panel,
• the ability to use original equipment mounting points.

The door is a used part, which in practice allows for economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original BMW body structure. Before installation, standard surface condition inspection and preparation for any potential paint work in accordance with workshop procedures are recommended.

Benefits of using original BMW doors

Using original doors in a BMW 1 Series E87 translates into a number of practical advantages:

• Factory fitment – maintaining proper gaps between body elements and correct door closing.
• Equipment compatibility – the ability to use existing interior components and mechanisms without structural modifications.
• Visual consistency – the Black Sapphire Metallic paint makes it easier to achieve a uniform look for the entire side of the body.
• Cost-effectiveness of repair – a used part allows for reducing the cost of restoring the vehicle to full functionality.

Repair expansion and additional information

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 skins, frames, or complete door panels, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

When choosing between new parts, replacements, or used parts, it is worth analyzing the differences in costs, build quality, and fitment to a specific OEM number or vehicle VIN – a detailed comparison can be found in the article Original, replacement, or used – which car parts are the most cost-effective?.