BMW F30 F31 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 F30 F31 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 3 Series F30 models. This used panel in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 allows for maintaining a consistent body aesthetic and reducing repair costs following a collision or operational damage.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7298565-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7298565
• Substitutable numbers: 41007298565, 7298565
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW F30

The presented door is designed as a component mounted on the front, left side of the body of the BMW 3 Series F30. The construction is based on factory mounting points, which enables precise alignment with the fender, rocker panel, A-pillar, and hood, without the need for modifying the body structure.

By maintaining the original geometry, the panel ensures proper operation of the hinges, lock, and seals, as well as correct window guidance and stable support for the side mirror (if provided in the specific vehicle configuration).

Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color and paint benefits

The door is finished in the factory color Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, characteristic of many BMW 3 Series configurations. Using the original metallic paint shade facilitates visual matching with other body components, which in many cases allows for limiting paint work to local blending or correction.

For body and paint shops, this means shorter repair turnaround times and greater predictability of the final result, and for the user – a consistent vehicle appearance after replacing the component.

Structural characteristics of the door

As a component from the Doors and door panels group, the panel serves both a structural and protective function. It is responsible for:

• maintaining proper lateral body stiffness in the cabin area,
• correct window guidance and interaction with the lifting mechanism,
• providing the appropriate surface for mounting seals and trim,
• integration with the locking system and any door sensors.

The original construction ensures compatibility with factory interior equipment, such as door upholstery, handles, wiring harnesses, or speakers (if present in the vehicle's specification).

Used condition and use in accident repairs

The item is offered as a used part, making it an attractive solution for accident or restoration repairs when the priority is combining original quality with cost control. In practice, this allows for:

• replacing damaged doors without the need for straightening heavily deformed panels,
• reducing the amount of body filler and bodywork required,
• preserving the factory creases and body lines characteristic of the BMW F30.

A used body component is particularly useful in situations where a quick return of the vehicle to full functionality is required while maintaining the original character of the construction.

Integration with other BMW body components

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 skins, reinforcements, or additional panels, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

For users interested in a broader approach to vehicle maintenance, including electronics and comfort systems, the guide describing the use of dismantled components in 3 and 5 Series models may be helpful – details can be found in the article Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 Series models.

Summary

BMW F30 F31 Door Front Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is a practical solution for owners and workshops looking for an original body panel in Black Sapphire Metallic to repair the front left part of the vehicle. This used component from the Doors and door panels group allows you to maintain factory body lines, optimize repair costs, and shorten the time required to restore the car to full visual and functional condition.