BMW Z4 E85 Wing Fender Panel Rear Right Side O/S Sterlinggrau Grey - 472

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW Z4 E85 Wing Fender Panel Rear Right Side O/S Sterlinggrau Grey is an original body component from the Front fenders category, designed for precise installation on the right side of the vehicle. Finished in the factory color Sterlinggrau Metallic - 472, it allows for maintaining a consistent body style line without the need to experiment with paint shades. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for accident repairs and restorations where structural fit and cost control are essential.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7151640-STG1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7151640
• Substitutable numbers: 41357151640, 7151640, 41357077168, 7077168
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Sterlinggrau Metallic - 472
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for BMW Z4 E85

The presented fender has been designed specifically for the BMW Z4 E85 body structure, taking into account the characteristic creases and geometry of the sports roadster. Its placement on the right side of the vehicle ensures compatibility with the factory mounting layout, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

As a part from the Front fenders category, it is responsible for maintaining the correct body line, protecting the wheel arch, and interfacing with the bumper, hood, and rocker panel. Proper fitment of this component is important for both aesthetics and the correct alignment of adjacent body panels.

Sterlinggrau Metallic - 472 color and paint aspects

The factory color Sterlinggrau Metallic - 472 is a characteristic, subtle shade of metallic gray used by BMW, which blends well with the dynamic silhouette of the Z4. Using a component in the same paint code allows for a reduction in the scope of painting work, and in many cases, enables visual matching after proper surface preparation.

The metallic structure of the paint promotes even light distribution on the fender surface, which helps maintain consistency with the remaining body panels. With professional installation and potential polishing, an aesthetic effect can be achieved without visible differences in shade.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

The offered fender is a used component, which in practice means it retains the original geometry and mounting points typical of BMW OEM parts. Such elements are often chosen for repairs where factory alignment with the doors, hood, and bumper is crucial, while also optimizing the service budget.

A used fender with its structural integrity intact provides a good base for further preparatory work – cleaning, potential surface correction, and paint matching. This allows for a solid final result at a lower cost than in the case of a new panel.

Benefits of using an original BMW front fender

Using an original front fender for the BMW Z4 E85 translates into several practical benefits:

• factory mounting points and compatibility with the body structure,
• consistent line of creases with the doors, hood, and bumper,
• reduced risk of body geometry issues after repair,
• easier work for the body technician and painter thanks to predictable OEM quality.

For users who want to maintain the original character of the car, such an element is a favorable compromise between quality and repair cost.

Expanding body repairs and selecting other BMW fenders

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

New or used body parts – how to choose?

When selecting body panels for the BMW Z4 E85, it is worth consciously comparing the advantages of new and used OEM parts, taking into account costs, build quality, and the scope of necessary preparatory work. A detailed discussion of the differences can be found in the article New or used? A comparison of costs and quality of car parts, which helps in choosing the optimal solution from a technical and budgetary perspective.