BMW 3 E90 E91 3 Door Front Left N/S Bluewater Blue Water Metallic - 896

BMW 3 E90 E91 3 Door Front Left N/S Bluewater Blue Water Metallic - 896 in Bluewater Metallic is a robust body component designed for professional repair or replacement of factory doors in the 3 Series. Thanks to its precise fit to the body structure and the preservation of the original side line, this part allows for an aesthetically and technically correct restoration of the vehicle's factory appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7203643-WB3
• Condition: Used
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The offered item is a complete door shell designed for the front left side of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation with a 3-door body style. The construction is based on factory geometry, which facilitates installation in place of the original door without the need for interference with the body structure.

The door is part of the Doors and door panels group, meaning it has been designed to maintain proper side rigidity, correct mounting gaps, and compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and internal equipment.

Color and paint finish

The exterior surface is finished in Bluewater Metallic, a characteristic BMW metallic color that gives the body a subtle yet modern character. The use of metallic paint promotes an even distribution of light reflections on the door surface, which improves visual consistency with the rest of the bodywork in the same color.

For optimal visual results during repair, it is recommended to measure the coating thickness and, if necessary, match the shade to the remaining body elements in accordance with the standards of professional paint shops.

Structural characteristics

The door has been designed as a load-bearing element of the side body, ensuring adequate rigidity and stable operation of the window and internal mechanisms. The construction provides for the installation of factory components such as:

• hinges and door check,
• lock and latch mechanism,
• window guides and lifting mechanism,
• seals and trim strips.

This design allows for the use of existing equipment from the vehicle or its equivalents, which facilitates the repair process and reduces the cost of additional parts.

Use in body repairs

The element is particularly suitable in situations where mechanical or corrosion damage has occurred to the factory door, and spot repair is unprofitable or technically difficult. The use of a complete door shell allows you to:

• restore the correct geometry of the side body,
• obtain even gaps between the door, fender, and pillar,
• minimize the amount of body filler and bodywork on the old element.

This solution is often chosen by workshops specializing in post-accident repairs of older BMW models, where reasonable cost and maintaining the correct body line are important.

Condition and origin

The door comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains the structural functionality required for re-installation. Such parts are popular as an alternative to new components, especially in the case of older vehicle generations where availability in authorized networks may be limited. In economic and ecological terms, they represent a reasonable compromise between cost and repair quality.

Benefits of using parts from dismantling

In the case of models such as the BMW 3 Series E90/E91, using original doors from dismantling allows you to maintain the factory geometry and character of the body while reducing expenses on new components. This is especially important when you are planning a comprehensive repair of the side body or preparing the car for further use after a collision.

If you are looking for a broader context regarding the repair of older cars, it is worth reading the guide: how to use parts from dismantling when original components are missing from the authorized service center. There you will find practical tips on how to effectively plan repairs using used body elements.