BMW 3 E90 E91 LCI 1 Front Bumper Trim Panel Complete Bluewater Metallic - 896

BMW 3 E90 E91 LCI 1 Front Bumper Trim Panel Complete Bluewater Metallic is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore the factory look of the car's front end after a collision or local damage, while maintaining stylistic consistency with the model line. Using this pre-owned part allows for an economical yet technically sound repair of the bumper area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036837-WB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036837
• Substitutable numbers: 51110036837, 0036837, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment

The presented bumper trim panel is designed for installation in the front body section, within the bumper area of BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI (facelift) models. The component's design is compatible with factory mounting points, which facilitates proper alignment with other bumper components and adjacent body parts.

The original BMW branding helps maintain the correct geometry of the vehicle's front, which is important for both aesthetics and proper airflow management in the bumper zone.

Color and finish Bluewater Metallic - 896

The item is finished in Bluewater Metallic - 896 paint, characteristic of selected BMW 3 Series configurations. As a result, the panel can significantly reduce the scope of additional paint work, especially if the vehicle has the same color code. The metallic coating ensures a visually consistent effect with the rest of the bodywork, and the accurately matched shade makes it easier to maintain a uniform stylistic line of the car's front.

Color matching of the bumper panel is important not only from an aesthetic point of view but also for the vehicle's resale value, as it limits the visibility of repairs and interference with the original paint.

Technical specifications and installation

The bumper trim panel belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, meaning it works in conjunction with other structural elements of the front body section. The appropriately selected weight of the component helps maintain the factory load distribution in the bumper zone, and the dedicated placement on the vehicle facilitates installation in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines.

The pre-owned nature of the part allows for a rational reduction in repair costs while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with factory mounts. In practice, this translates into shorter service times and less interference with adjacent body elements.

Use in repairs and upgrades

This type of bumper trim panel is suitable both for local repairs after minor collisions and for broader front-end restoration when it is necessary to replace several elements within the bumper area. Maintaining the original shape and body lines makes it easier to achieve a factory-like effect without the need to use aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, beams, or additional panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Why choose an original pre-owned component

Choosing an original, pre-owned BMW bumper panel is a compromise between costs and maintaining factory body parameters. This type of part allows you to maintain the structural integrity of the vehicle's front end while limiting expenses compared to new components. For drivers interested in a broader perspective on the advantages of original pre-owned components, we recommend the article Mercedes – comfort, prestige, and durability. Why is it worth choosing original pre-owned parts?, which discusses the general benefits of such an approach to repairs.

Using original body components promotes the maintenance of proper fitment quality, reduces the risk of installation problems, and helps maintain predictable vehicle behavior in daily operation.