BMW 3 Series E90 E91 Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Barriquerot Barrique Red A41

The BMW 3 Series E90 E91 Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Barriquerot Barrique Red A41 in Barriquerot Red Metallic A41 is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side. This used sill strip ensures a factory fit to the body lines, maintaining stylistic and color consistency with the original BMW paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0032951-BAQ
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 32951
• Substitutable numbers: 51770032951, 0032951
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Barriquerot Red Metallic - A41
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The left sill strip for the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower side of the body and protects the sill area from dirt and minor operational damage. Mounted on the left side of the vehicle, it works with factory mounts and sill geometry, which facilitates fitting to the original bodywork.

Thanks to the use of the original Barriquerot Red Metallic A41 color, the component allows for maintaining a uniform paint appearance without the need for additional shade matching in this area of the body.

Color and paint matching

The finish in Barriquerot Red Metallic A41 is a characteristic metallic BMW paint that harmonizes well with the styling line of the 3 Series E90/E91. Using the original color:

• facilitates visual matching to the vehicle's existing paint,
• limits the scope of any potential paintwork,
• allows for maintaining a consistent appearance of the side body section.

This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged sill strip with a component in the same paint code.

Installation and integration with the body

The sill strip has been designed as a component intended for the left side of the vehicle, taking into account the factory geometry of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 sills. The design, intended to work with original mounting points, allows for:

• precise alignment with the door line and wheel arches,
• stable seating in the sill area,
• maintaining the factory rigidity and appearance of the side body section.

The used OEM component is a good choice for post-accident repairs or replacing a worn strip when maintaining the original construction and appearance of the vehicle is a priority.

Condition and practical application

As a used part, the BMW 3 Series E90 E91 Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Barriquerot Barrique Red A41 represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This solution is recommended for:

• local repairs after parking or curb damage,
• restoring the factory appearance of the side body,
• economical renovation of the sill area without interfering with the load-bearing structure.

Choosing an original, used component allows you to maintain visual and technical consistency with other BMW body components.

Knowledge expansion and part selection

When making a decision about using used parts, it is worth knowing the broader context of selecting body and mechanical components. An article describing the differences between sports and standard versions of cars, including the impact of body and chassis construction on operation, may be helpful – check the material: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

When choosing between refurbishment and installing a used body component, a guide discussing the advantages of dismantled parts may also be helpful – more information can be found in the article Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repair?.