BMW E90 M3 E92 E93 Front Right O/S Trim Kidney Grille Chrome 7157278

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E90 M3 E92 E93 Front Right O/S Trim Kidney Grille Chrome is an original component from the Grilles and radiator covers group, designed for installation on the right side of the front bodywork. The chrome finish ensures a cohesive, elegant look consistent with BMW factory styling, and the OEM construction guarantees a precise fit to the mounting points and bumper lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7157278-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7157278
• Substitutable numbers: 51137157278, 7157278, 2712204
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and fitment

The presented kidney grille is designed for installation in the front right section of the body, allowing it to precisely fill the space in the bumper and integrate with factory body components. The design, based on the original BMW blueprint, maintains proper airflow to the engine bay and visual consistency with the left side of the grille.

The component belongs to the Grilles and radiator covers group, meaning it serves both an aesthetic function and provides partial protection for the front of the vehicle against minor road debris.

Finish and visual characteristics

The chrome surface of the decorative grille gives the front of the car a distinctive, prestigious look characteristic of premium BMW models. The carefully selected shade of chrome ensures consistency with other decorative body elements, such as trim strips or window frames.

Thanks to the use of chrome, the grille effectively highlights the lines of the hood and bumper, improving the visual appeal of the car after repairs or upgrades. This solution is particularly recommended when replacing a damaged kidney grille after a collision or when refreshing the front of the vehicle.

Condition, functionality, and installation

The item is in used condition, which allows for an economical replacement while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. The design, intended for installation at factory mounting points, allows for efficient fitting of the kidney grille without the need for body modifications or additional adapters.

When installed correctly, the grille adheres stably to the bumper and hood, maintaining the proper geometry of the vehicle's front and ensuring adequate airflow to the radiator and engine compartment.

Benefits of using an original BMW kidney grille

• Stylistic consistency – maintaining the original look of the BMW front end without differences in shade or shape.
• Proper fitment to factory mounting points, which reduces the risk of looseness, vibrations, and gaps.
• Chrome finish highlighting the characteristic design of BMW E90/E92 series models.
• A reasonable cost-effective choice by using a used OEM component instead of an aftermarket replacement of unknown origin.

Additional information and related products

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area of your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as grilles, frames, or additional decorative inserts, check out the available parts in the BMW Grilles and radiator covers category.

When choosing body components from the secondary market, it is worth considering different repair strategies and comparing them with the regeneration of existing parts – you can find more on this topic in the article Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repairs?.