BMW E60 E61 Side Skirt M Sport M5 Sill Cover Panel Left N/S Spacegrau Grey - A52

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E60 E61 Side Skirt M Sport M5 Sill Cover Panel Left N/S Spacegrau Grey is an original body component designed for factory sports packages. This dedicated side skirt allows you to restore the proper geometry of the side bodywork and maintain the consistent, dynamic look characteristic of the M version.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0396899-SCG1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0396899
• Substitutable numbers: 51710396899, 0396899, 51777896837, 7896837, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment for BMW 5 Series E60/E61

The presented side skirt has been designed specifically for BMW 5 Series E60 (sedan) and E61 (touring) models equipped with the M Sport package or the M5 version. It is responsible for covering and finishing the left side of the sill, ensuring proper body line alignment and compatibility with factory mounts and underbody covers.

Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's solutions, the component maintains appropriate mounting tolerances, which facilitates bodywork and painting tasks and allows for precise fitting with doors, wheel arches, and other aerodynamic package components.

Technical characteristics and color

The side skirt is intended for the left side of the vehicle, which eliminates the risk of error when selecting parts for a specific side of the body. The construction is based on the factory profile used in M Sport / M5 versions, ensuring proper rigidity and the correct aerodynamic shape.

The component is finished in Spacegrau Metallic A52, which is one of the popular metallic paints used on the BMW 5 Series of this generation. This color choice makes it easier to match the existing body paint or prepare the element for repainting during post-accident repairs and restoration.

Benefits of using an original side skirt

Using an original side skirt on a BMW E60/E61 M Sport / M5 provides a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of the factory side line and the characteristic look of the M version,
• proper fitment to factory mounting points,
• easier installation and adjustment of gaps between body panels,
• color consistency with Spacegrau Metallic A52 paint after appropriate paint preparation.

Additionally, the original BMW brand origin helps maintain the vehicle's value and minimizes the risk of compatibility issues that may occur when using unverified aftermarket replacements.

Condition, origin, and service application

The component comes from disassembly and is offered as a used BMW side skirt, which is a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, restorations, and returning a car to M Sport / M5 specifications. This type of part is suitable for both professional body and paint shops and workshops specializing in the BMW brand.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry and construction, the skirt can be used as a replacement for a damaged sill, a component for reconstructing the side bodywork, or a base for preparing a complete set of M skirts for a conversion from a standard version to a sports one.

Support for selection and expansion of the sill area

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

When choosing used body components, it is also worth considering the environmental aspect – reusing original components reduces the consumption of raw materials and energy. You can find more on this topic in the article Sustainable automotive: How purchasing original used parts reduces your carbon footprint and protects the environment?, which explains why parts from disassembly are a rational alternative to new replacements.