Side Panel BMW F12 F13 Front Left Wing Fender N/S Carbonschwarz Black - 416

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Panel BMW F12 F13 Front Left Wing Fender N/S Carbonschwarz Black is an original body component designed for factory installation in BMW 6 Series models. This used side panel ensures proper body line alignment while maintaining the characteristic coupé and convertible styling. It is a practical solution for accident repairs, corrosion correction, or precise front-end vehicle restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2217521-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2217521
• Substitutable numbers: 2217521, 41352217521
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment

The presented front left fender is a body component dedicated to the BMW 6 Series F12/F13, mounted in the front area on the driver's side. The panel's construction is consistent with the factory body geometry, which facilitates alignment with the hood, bumper, doors, and side skirts. This ensures that the proper gap between elements is maintained and the car's side profile remains consistent with the original BMW design.

As part of the Front Fenders group, this element is responsible for shaping the vehicle's front profile, protecting the wheel arch, and ensuring proper airflow along the body. The used component allows for an economical yet technically correct repair without the need for aftermarket parts with uncertain geometry.

Color and paint layer

The fender is finished in the factory color Black Sapphire Metallic – 475, characteristic of many premium BMW configurations. The metallic black blends well with both light and dark styling accents, making it easy to match with the existing vehicle configuration. In the case of body and paint repairs, maintaining the original shade increases the chance of limiting the painting scope to a single element or minimizes the need for blending adjacent panels.

For body and paint shops, this means a more convenient surface preparation process and the ability to precisely match the coating to the rest of the body. For the end user, this translates into a more visually consistent repair result.

Installation characteristics

The front left fender is designed for installation at the factory mounting points in the front area, on the left side of the vehicle. The placement of mounting holes and contact edges is consistent with the original BMW design, which facilitates the body technician's work and shortens the time required for component alignment. The used panel can be prepared for installation through standard workshop procedures, such as edge inspection, potential adjustment, and preparation for painting.

Proper fender alignment is important not only for aesthetics but also for functionality – it affects proper door closing, the hood line, and the correct seating of headlights and the bumper. Therefore, using an original body component is beneficial from the perspective of the entire vehicle front geometry.

Condition and practical application

The item is offered as a used front fender, making it an attractive solution for accident repairs, renovations, or reconstructions of BMW F12/F13 vehicles. This type of part is suitable for both professional body and paint shops and specialized workshops dealing with the restoration of premium cars. The used component allows for reduced repair costs while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

For those concerned with preserving the car's factory character, it is important that the panel comes from the group of original BMW parts, which helps maintain the structural and visual consistency of the body. It is a reasonable choice when replacing a damaged fender, where compatibility with the factory front assembly is a priority.

Repair expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front wheel arch area and the side part of the body in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, wheel arch liners, or other body segments, check the available parts in the BMW Front Fenders category.

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