£*BMW 1 E87 LCI Cover Sill Strip Side Skirt Cover Right O/S Titansilber Silver

£*BMW 1 E87 LCI Cover Sill Strip Side Skirt Cover Right O/S Titansilber Silver is an original body component designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the lower edge of the bodywork while protecting the sill area from operational damage. Thanks to the factory Titansilber Metallic - 354 paint, it perfectly matches the original color palette of the facelifted BMW 1 Series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036144-TS7
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51770036144
• Substitutable numbers: 51770036144, 0036144
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Titansilber Metallic - 354
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented £*BMW 1 E87 LCI Cover Sill Strip Side Skirt Cover Right O/S Titansilber Silver serves as an external sill strip / side skirt, mounted on the lower part of the body on the passenger side. This component:

• masks the lower edge of the bodywork, improving the visual side line of the car,
• reduces the exposure of the sill to stone chips, dirt, and minor mechanical damage,
• ensures a seamless transition between the body and the lower part of the vehicle.

The placement on the right side of the vehicle allows for precise alignment with the factory body geometry of the facelifted BMW 1 Series E87 generation, which translates into proper fitment with the remaining side panels.

Color and visual fitment

The component is finished in Titansilber Metallic - 354, characteristic of many BMW 1 Series vehicles. Thanks to this:

• color consistency with the original body paint is maintained,
• there is no need for additional painting when using the same color code,
• after installation, the cover harmoniously blends with the line of the doors and fenders.

The metallic paint coating emphasizes the characteristic side profile of the E87 LCI, and the appropriately selected shade of silver improves the visual perception of the entire sill area.

Technical characteristics and installation

The sill cover has been designed as a component dedicated to a specific generation of the BMW 1 Series, which facilitates installation at the factory mounting points. The design intended for the right side of the vehicle ensures:

• proper adhesion to the sill edge and the lower part of the door,
• stable seating after mounting in the original brackets,
• maintenance of the correct aerodynamic line of the side body section.

The product has a specific weight, which is important when selecting body components for vehicles where even weight distribution and compatibility with factory mounts are essential.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The component comes from the group of original used BMW parts, which means maintaining factory geometry, the correct profile, and compatibility with the E87 LCI body. Choosing such a part allows you to:

• maintain the original look of the side body section,
• preserve compliance with the manufacturer's factory standards,
• optimize repair costs compared to new components.

If you are interested in the impact of using original dismantled parts on the environment and want to better understand how such a solution supports sustainable automotive practices, it is worth reading the article on the ecological benefits of used car parts.

Related categories and additional information

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.

For a comparison of the character of sports versions of premium models with their standard variants, and to better understand the differences in engine, brake, and chassis construction, you can refer to the guide material Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers design individual vehicle zones for performance and durability.