Side Skirt BMW E87 LCI Sill Strip Right O/S Spacegrau Space Grey - A52

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Skirt BMW E87 LCI Sill Strip Right O/S Spacegrau Space Grey is an original body component designed for the right side, finished in Spacegrau Metallic - A52 paint. This type of sill strip allows for an aesthetic completion of the side bodywork while providing practical protection for the sill against mechanical damage. It is a particularly useful solution when replacing a damaged part or during body restoration work on the BMW 1 Series E81/E82.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036144-SCG3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036144
• Substitutable numbers: 51770036144, 0036144, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the sill strip

The right-side sill strip in the BMW 1 Series E81/E82 is responsible for protecting the lower edge of the bodywork in the cabin entry area. This component:

• protects the sill against minor impacts and scratches during entry and exit,
• stabilizes the side line of the body, improving the visual consistency of the exterior,
• reduces the risk of corrosion in the sensitive area of the lower door and sill.

Thanks to its precise fit to the BMW E81/E82 construction, the strip ensures proper adhesion to the body and maintains the factory geometry of the side line.

Color and paint matching

The presented strip is finished in Spacegrau Metallic - A52, characteristic of many BMW 1 Series vehicles. The metallic paint coating allows for a seamless blend with the factory body paint in this shade, which reduces the need for additional painting when replacing the part on vehicles of the same color.

For cars in a different body color, the strip can serve as a base for repainting, ensuring the correct surface structure and preservation of the original geometry of the component.

Installation characteristics

The right-side sill strip is designed as a component dedicated to the specific BMW 1 E81/E82 generation, which translates into:

• preservation of factory mounting points within the sill and lower body area,
• easier alignment with adjacent body components, such as lower door edges or underbody covers,
• possibility of installation in place of a damaged strip without interfering with the sill structure.

Such a solution facilitates work for body shops and individuals involved in body restoration, shortening the time required for fitting the component.

Condition and service application

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical replacement of a damaged strip while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of component will work well both for post-accident repairs and for stage-by-stage restoration of the side bodywork, where maintaining consistency with the factory BMW styling line is crucial.

Expanding work in the BMW sill area

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 out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Technical knowledge and part selection

When selecting body components for premium cars such as BMW, it is worth paying attention to structural compatibility and build quality to avoid installation problems and differences in paint shade. For a comparison of the characteristics of sports design solutions and standard components in the premium car segment, you can refer to the guide material Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers differentiate body, suspension, and drivetrain components depending on the vehicle version.