BMW 3 E90 E91 LCI 3 M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Spacegrau Grey A52

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW 3 E90 E91 LCI 3 M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Spacegrau Grey A52 is an original body component designed for the M Sport version of the 3 Series after the facelift. This factory sill strip ensures precise fitment to the side body line and stylistic consistency with the aerodynamic package. Thanks to the original Spacegrau Metallic A52 finish, you maintain a uniform body appearance without the need for additional shape adjustments.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0037230-SCG3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0037230
• Substitutable numbers: 51770037230, 0037230, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 E90/E91 LCI M Sport

The presented right sill strip is designed for post-facelift (LCI) BMW 3 Series E90/E91 models equipped with the M Sport package. The component is mounted on the right side of the vehicle, in accordance with the BMW factory standard. The design of the strip is consistent with the M Sport sill line, which allows for maintaining the original body geometry and proper airflow along the side of the car.

Spacegrau Metallic A52 color and visual appeal

The sill strip is finished in Spacegrau Metallic A52, characteristic of many BMW 3 Series configurations. The metallic paint provides a subtle yet dynamic look that harmonizes well with the M Sport line. Using the original shade makes it easier to match the existing body paint, minimizing the scope of any necessary paintwork or allowing for precise planning.

Construction, installation, and performance parameters

The M Sport sill strip has been designed as a body component that works with the factory mounting points on the BMW E90/E91 LCI sills. The properly selected geometry and weight of the element promote stable seating on the body and maintain proper lateral stiffness. The design of the strip allows for installation using original brackets and sill mounts, which translates into predictable labor time and reduces the risk of improper fitment.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing the right M Sport sill strip is particularly important after mechanical damage, corrosion, or bodywork repairs in the sill area. Using an original BMW component allows you to:

• restore the factory look of the side body section,
• maintain the stylistic consistency of the M Sport package,
• preserve proper fitment with doors and wheel arches,
• minimize the need for installation modifications.

For workshops and users, this means a predictable installation process and easier planning of repair work in the area of the sills and the lower part of the body.

Condition of the component and use in post-accident repairs

The sill strip is a used component, which makes it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs and renovations where reasonable cost is important while maintaining the original BMW specification. A used OEM component allows you to maintain the factory characteristics of the body without having to resort to replacements with uncertain fitment.

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 BMW Sill Strips category.

To better plan service work and reduce vehicle downtime in the workshop, it is worth knowing how a wide selection of original and used components from a single warehouse affects repair time – you can find more on this topic in the article No more weeks of waiting – how does a wide assortment in one warehouse really shorten your car's downtime at the mechanic?.