BMW 1 E87 LCI 5 M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Black Sapphire - 475

BMW 1 E87 LCI 5 M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Black Sapphire in Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component designed for the M Sport version. It provides a visually cohesive finish to the side of the vehicle, maintaining the factory geometry and the characteristic BMW side skirt line. This solution is for users who want to keep their car to OEM standards and ensure the aesthetics and functionality of the sill area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0033556-BS5
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0033556
• Substitutable numbers: 51770033556, 0033556, 51777906816, 7906816
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Offset (ET):
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 E87 LCI M Sport

The presented side skirt is dedicated to the BMW 1 Series E87 LCI (facelift) 5-door version with the M Sport package. The component is mounted on the right side of the body, which allows for the precise reproduction of the original sill line and maintains the correct visual division between the bumpers and the lower part of the doors.

Thanks to its factory origin, the correct mounting points, shape, and profile are preserved, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork or adjustments to the component.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – consistency with the body paint

The side skirt is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic, corresponding to the factory BMW paint code 475. This allows for a uniform side surface without the need for immediate painting, provided that the other body components have the same shade.

The metallic black blends well with the character of the M Sport package, emphasizing the dynamic side line and visually lowering the car's silhouette. This is particularly important when replacing a single component after mechanical damage or corrosion.

Technical characteristics and installation

The M Sport side skirt is structurally prepared for installation at the factory mounting points on the sill and the lower part of the body. The properly selected geometry ensures correct adhesion to the bodywork, which reduces the risk of stress, rattling, or leaks in the sill area.

The component has a specific weight, which is important for transport and when planning installation in workshop conditions. By maintaining the original design, it is possible to use standard clips and fasteners intended for this model, which speeds up service work.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing the right-side sill strip is recommended in the event of mechanical damage, deformation, or wear resulting from use. Using an original M Sport component allows you to:

• maintain a consistent appearance of the side bodywork,
• preserve the proper aerodynamics in the sill area,
• reduce the risk of corrosion at the mounting points,
• restore the factory character of the M Sport package.

This is a particularly beneficial solution for users who care about the residual value of the vehicle and for workshops specializing in BMW accident repairs.

Component condition and service application

The side skirt comes from dismantling and is offered as a used original BMW component. Such parts are often chosen by professional body and paint shops as an economical alternative to new components, while maintaining factory fitment and compatibility with the body structure.

Thanks to the preservation of the original specification, the product works well both for spot repairs and for broader renovation work within the sills and the lower part of the bodywork.

Related BMW body components

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 BMW Mudflaps category.

For larger service tasks, it is also worth paying attention to the condition of the air conditioning system – you can read about typical symptoms of compressor damage, causes of failure, and safe replacement in the article Air conditioning compressor – symptoms of failure, causes, and safe replacement, which will facilitate the planning of further work on the vehicle.