BMW F45 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Panel Left N/S Platinum Silver Metallic - C08

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F45 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Panel Left N/S Platinum Silver Metallic - C08 in Platinum Silver Metallic – C08 is an original door and sill cover panel designed for installation on the driver's side. The component belongs to the Side Skirts group and serves as a factory finish for the lower part of the body, ensuring a cohesive look and proper protection of the sill area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7393793-PSM
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7393793
• Substitutable numbers: 51777393793, 7393793, 51772574891, 2574891, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Platinsilber Metallic - C08
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the component

The presented sill panel has been designed specifically for the BMW F45 body and is mounted on the left side of the vehicle. Its task is to cover the lower edge of the bodywork and door sills against dirt, stone chips, and typical operational damage, as well as to provide an aesthetic closure to the side line of the body.

The factory fit to the BMW body geometry allows for precise alignment with the doors, wheel arches, and other covers, which reduces the risk of leaks and unwanted vibrations while driving.

Color and visual fit

The color Platinum Silver Metallic – C08 is a characteristic metallic shade of silver used in original BMW paints. Using a panel in this color allows you to maintain a uniform appearance of the side of the body without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle has the same paint code.

Thanks to the factory surface finish, the panel harmoniously blends with the sill line and the lower part of the doors, which is particularly important during post-accident repairs or when replacing individual body components.

Technical characteristics and installation

The side skirt is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle, in the sill area and the lower part of the doors. The design of the component is prepared to work with the original mounting points in the BMW F45 body, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications.

The product has a specific weight and dedicated manufacturer markings, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific equipment version. As a part from the Side Skirts group, it can be used both for body and paint repairs and for visual refreshing of the vehicle.

Condition and service application

The component comes from disassembly and is intended for re-installation in a vehicle where it is required to restore the original sill line on the driver's side. This type of part will work particularly well in repairs where it is crucial to maintain the factory look and proper fit with other body panels.

Using an original side skirt allows you to reduce the risk of installation problems typical of replacements with poorer geometry and makes it easier to keep the vehicle in a condition close to factory standards.

Compatibility within the parts group

The sill panel has a dedicated OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which allows for precise matching to a specific BMW F45 configuration. Thanks to this, it is easy to verify the compatibility of the element with the vehicle based on service documentation or manufacturer catalogs, without the need for comparing dimensions "by eye".

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.

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