BMW 3 Series E90 E91 M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Black Sapphire 475

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Black Sapphire in Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component designed for versions with the M aerodynamic package. It provides a visually cohesive finish to the side of the bodywork, maintaining the factory sill line and the characteristic sporty look of BMW 3 Series models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0033440-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0033440
• Substitutable numbers: M Aerodynamics package, 51770033440, 0033440
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Application and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91

The presented side skirt is designed for the right side of the body of sedan (E90) and touring (E91) models equipped with the M Aerodynamics package. The design, based on the original BMW blueprint, guarantees a proper fit to the factory mounting points and maintains the correct sill geometry, which is essential for both aesthetics and proper installation.

The part comes from a BMW vehicle and is consistent with the M Sport styling line, making it an appropriate choice when replacing a damaged side skirt or restoring the factory look of the side bodywork after body and paint repairs.

Black Sapphire Metallic paint finish

The side skirt is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic, identified by paint code 475, which is characteristic of many BMW 3 Series vehicles. The metallic black blends well with both dark and lighter body colors, and with the correct paint match, it helps reduce the scope of additional paintwork required.

For workshops and users, this means the ability to match the component to the existing paintwork more quickly, which simplifies the visual repair process and helps maintain a consistent look across the entire side zone of the vehicle.

Technical characteristics and installation

The BMW 3 Series E90 E91 M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Black Sapphire has been designed as a body component mounted on the lower part of the sill on the passenger side. The design is intended to work with factory clips and covers, allowing for installation using standard workshop procedures without the need for body modifications.

In practice, the installation involves:

• removing the damaged or worn side skirt,
• verifying the condition of the mounting points on the body,
• seating the new component on the prepared clips and mounts,
• checking the alignment with the fenders and doors on the right side.

This design facilitates the work of body and paint shops, as well as workshops specializing in BMW post-accident repairs, ensuring a predictable installation time and a repeatable final result.

Benefits of using an original M Sport side skirt

Using an original M Sport side skirt in Black Sapphire Metallic allows you to maintain stylistic consistency of the bodywork and proper transitions between the sill, doors, and bumpers. This is particularly important in cars equipped with the M package, where the side line and aerodynamics are an integral part of the design.

The main advantages of this solution include:

• factory fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 with the M package,
• preservation of the original look of the vehicle's side,
• easier restoration to pre-damage condition after a collision or corrosion,
• compatibility with other components of the M aerodynamic package.

Expanding sill zone repairs and additional materials

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

When planning broader modernization or comparative work regarding performance and handling, it is worth checking out technical materials concerning the sports versions of other brands – a good point of reference would be the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which discusses design differences in the area of the drivetrain, brakes, and chassis.