BMW 3 Series 1 E90 LCI Lift Rear Bumper Trim Panel PDC Bluewater Blue Water 896

BMW 3 Series 1 E90 LCI Lift Rear Bumper Trim Panel PDC Bluewater Blue Water is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory-fit for the facelift version and preparation for PDC parking sensors, it provides a precise solution for post-accident repairs and aesthetic bodywork refreshment. The paint in the Bluewater Metallic - 896 shade ensures color consistency with the vehicle's factory finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036875-WB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036875
• Substitutable numbers: 51120036875, 0036875
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment

The component has been designed as a rear bumper trim for the BMW 3 Series E90 generation after the facelift (LCI), incorporating the factory PDC system. This means that the mounting geometry, contours, and cutouts for parking sensors are consistent with the original body structure, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork or paint modifications.

The trim is intended for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle, where it is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the bumper and maintaining the correct body lines. Using an original component helps maintain proper panel gaps and stable bumper seating.

Color and Bluewater Metallic finish

The factory color Bluewater Metallic - 896 is a distinctive metallic blue shade used by BMW, which complements the lines of the 3 Series body. Using a component in the same paint code often allows for a reduction in the scope of paintwork required, especially when other body panels have retained their original color and coating structure.

The metallic finish ensures a consistent visual effect with other body elements, and the correctly matched shade helps maintain a uniform appearance of the vehicle's rear section after repair or replacement of a damaged bumper.

Functional characteristics of the component

The rear bumper trim serves both an aesthetic and protective function – it masks the bumper's supporting structure, covers the mountings, and visually integrates the PDC parking sensors with the body line. The properly selected mass of the component promotes stable mounting and correct bumper behavior during operation.

As a part from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, the component works in conjunction with other rear body zone parts, such as the reinforcement beam or side guides, which is important for comprehensive post-collision repairs.

Condition and use in repairs

The product is used, making it an attractive cost-effective alternative while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are often chosen for post-accident repairs, fleet vehicle renovations, and restoring a car to a factory-like state after localized bumper damage.

Using an original rear bumper trim reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of aftermarket replacements and facilitates the correct alignment of PDC sensors relative to the body, which is crucial for the proper operation of the parking system.

Expanding the BMW rear zone repair

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

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