Genuine BMW 5 SERIES 1 E60 E61 Door Front Right O/S Black Schwarz 2 - 668

Genuine BMW 5 SERIES 1 E60 E61 Door Front Right O/S Black Schwarz 2 - 668 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for front right-side installation in 5 Series E60/E61 models. Finished in the factory Schwarz 2 - 668 color, it allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of a damaged door shell without the need for costly aftermarket adjustments.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7202340-SCH1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7202340
• Substitutable numbers: 41517202340, 7202340, 41517111376 41007181004, 7111376, 7181004
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and BMW fitment

The presented item is designed as a complete front right door for the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 generation body. The construction corresponds to factory hinge, lock, and window guide mounting points, which facilitates the transfer of components from the previously installed door. This ensures proper alignment with the fender, rocker panel, and pillar, keeping the body line consistent with the manufacturer's original design.

Schwarz 2 - 668 color and paintwork aspect

The door is finished in Schwarz 2 - 668, a popular black color used as a factory standard for this generation of BMW. For many users, this means the possibility of reducing paintwork requirements – depending on the condition of the coating and aesthetic standards, polishing or localized paint blending is often sufficient. Maintaining the original shade also facilitates future vehicle resale, as the color scheme remains consistent with the factory specification.

Structural characteristics and installation

As an item from the Doors and door panels category, the product serves as a load-bearing side shell that handles operational loads and works in conjunction with seals, the window, and the locking mechanism. The vehicle placement, defined as front – right side, ensures a precise fit for the correct mounting position. The construction is intended for use with factory hinges and fittings, allowing for the maintenance of proper door opening and closing geometry.

Condition and service application

The door comes from a used vehicle, making it a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs or restoration projects. Such body components are frequently chosen by body shops and individual users who are looking for a compromise between original quality and repair budget. A used body component allows for the preservation of factory sheet metal thickness and door operating characteristics, which is difficult to replicate when repairing heavily deformed panels.

Benefits of using original BMW doors

Using an original front right door in Schwarz 2 offers several practical advantages:

• factory fitment to the body line and adjacent bodywork elements,
• preservation of the correct gap geometry between the door, fender, and rocker panel,
• easier installation of internal components thanks to compatibility with factory mounting points,
• possibility of reducing the scope of painting due to color compatibility with the original.

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

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