BMW Z4 E85 Wing Fender Panel Rear Right Side O/S Sterlinggrau Grey - 472

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

BMW Z4 E85 Wing Fender Panel Rear Right Side O/S Sterlinggrau Grey is an original body component designed for the rear right side of the BMW Z4 E85 roadster. Finished in the factory Sterlinggrau Metallic - 472 color, it allows for an aesthetically and technically correct repair of the rear quarter area without the need to interfere with the body geometry. This used OEM part is a sensible choice for accident repairs, restorations, and youngtimer projects.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7151640-STG2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7151640
• Substitutable numbers: 41357151640, 7151640, 41357077168, 7077168
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Sterlinggrau Metallic - 472
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for the BMW Z4 E85

The presented fender is dedicated to the BMW Z4 E85 model and is mounted on the rear right side of the vehicle. This ensures a perfect fit with the body lines, factory mounting points, and the characteristic contours of this model. As a result, the visual consistency of the car is maintained, and bodywork is limited to proper installation and surface preparation for painting.

The placement on the rear right section of the vehicle is crucial for maintaining correct panel gaps, proper trunk lid operation, and alignment with the rear bumper. The original shape and geometry of the fender make it easier to achieve a factory-like effect after the repair is completed.

Sterlinggrau Metallic – 472 color and paint aspects

The fender comes in Sterlinggrau Metallic - 472, a characteristic metallic shade of grey used by BMW. For many repair projects, this means the possibility of limiting the scope of painting – depending on the condition of the coating and aesthetic requirements, you may consider:

• local paint refreshment on the component,
• blending in adjacent areas,
• full repainting in the same color code.

The factory shade facilitates the work of the paint shop, speeds up material selection, and helps maintain the visual consistency of the entire body, which is particularly important when restoring well-maintained Z4 E85 units.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

The fender is sourced from dismantling, which ensures it retains the original BMW manufacturer specifications. A used body part is a good solution when you want to:

• maintain factory geometry and body lines,
• ensure compatibility with factory mounting points,
• achieve a reasonable repair budget while maintaining OEM quality.

Original origin promotes trouble-free installation and minimizes the risk of fitment issues with the bumper, lights, or trunk lid. This is especially important in a roadster construction, where precision of fit affects not only the appearance but also aerodynamics and acoustics while driving.

Use in repairs, restorations, and youngtimer projects

The BMW Z4 E85 is increasingly treated as a future youngtimer, which is why the selection of the right body components is important for both utility and collector value. A used fender in the original color allows you to:

• restore the correct shape of the rear body section after a collision,
• remove the effects of corrosion or previous unprofessional repairs,
• maintain the visual consistency of the car in restoration projects.

For those planning a wider range of work on cars from the turn of the 90s and 2000s, the guide material on using used components may be useful – you can find it in the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years.

Body zone expansion and related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional fenders, panels, or mounting elements, check out the available parts in the BMW Front Fenders category.

Selecting components from one product group facilitates maintaining the technological consistency of the repair and also allows for better planning of the scope of body and paint work within the entire body.