BMW E39 Front Right O/S Side Panel Fender Oxford Green Metallic - 430

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E39 Front Right O/S Side Panel Fender Oxford Green Metallic - 430 is an original body component from the Front fenders category, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. The paint in the Oxfordgruen Metallic - 430 shade ensures color consistency of the bodywork and facilitates matching with the factory finish of the BMW 5 Series E39.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8162134-OXF
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8162134
• Substitutable numbers: 8162134, 41358162134, 8162136, 41358162136
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Oxfordgruen Metallic - 430
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for BMW E39

The presented fender has been designed specifically for the BMW 5 Series E39 body, taking into account the characteristic geometry of the front and the side line. The placement on the vehicle, defined as front – right side, guarantees proper fitment with the hood, bumper, headlight, and passenger door, which is crucial for maintaining correct mounting gaps and the stability of the entire body structure.

Oxfordgruen Metallic - 430 color

The factory color Oxfordgruen Metallic - 430 is a characteristic, dark green metallic BMW paint, often found in E39 units with a more classic, elegant character. Using the original shade:

• facilitates matching the component to the vehicle's existing paint coating,
• reduces the scope of potential paint work to a minimum,
• allows for maintaining a consistent, factory look of the body.

For body and paint shops, this means a faster repair process and a lower risk of shade differences between the fender and other body panels.

Technical and assembly characteristics

The fender belongs to the Front fenders group, which means it is structurally adapted to withstand loads resulting from the operation of the front part of the body and to work with the mounting elements of the factory system. Properly shaped mounting edges allow for correct bolting to the internal body structures, as well as proper seating of the wheel arch liner and protective elements.

The item is used, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of wear typical for aftermarket parts. For many users and service centers, this is a beneficial solution, as it allows for the use of an original component with factory geometry, without the need to adjust replacements of varying manufacturing quality.

Application in body repairs

Replacing the front right fender in a BMW E39 is often necessary after collisions, parking damage, or advanced corrosion. Using an original fender in Oxfordgruen Metallic - 430 color allows you to:

• restore the correct side line of the vehicle,
• ensure proper mounting of the headlight and bumper,
• minimize the scope of body filler and sheet metal straightening.

Thanks to this, the repair is more predictable, and the final visual effect is closer to the factory BMW standard.

Repair expansion – BMW Front fenders

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

Technical support and part selection

When selecting body components for older models, such as the BMW E39, it is worth paying attention to the model year compatibility, body version, and paint specifics. It may also be helpful to familiarize yourself with comparative analyses regarding the construction and selection of OEM parts in different vehicle generations – this topic is discussed in more detail in the article Classic Mini vs modern MINI – how the construction has changed and which original Mini parts help preserve their character, which shows how important it is to use appropriate, original components while maintaining the original character of the car.