BMW F30 F31 Front Kidney Grille Grid Left N/S Silver Chrome 7263481

BMW F30 F31 Front Kidney Grille Grid Left N/S Silver Chrome is an original component from the Grilles and radiator covers group, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle's front bodywork. The chrome finish emphasizes the elegant character of the Luxury trim, ensuring a consistent look with the factory BMW styling package while maintaining the proper aerodynamics of the vehicle's front end.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7263481
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7263481
• Substitutable numbers: 7263481, 51137263481
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and compatibility with BMW

The presented left kidney grille has been designed specifically for the BMW 3 Series F30/F31 generation in the Luxury trim, taking into account factory mounting points and the geometry of the front fascia. This ensures precise fitment with the hood, bumper, and right kidney grille, without the need for modifications or adjustments.

The component complies with the manufacturer's requirements regarding shape, dimensions, and mounting method, which facilitates service work and reduces the risk of improper seating of the grille in the radiator frame.

Chrome finish and front aesthetics

The chrome surface of the kidney grille gives the front of the car a distinctive, prestigious look typical of the Luxury line. The carefully selected shade of chrome ensures consistency with other body details, such as decorative trim or window surrounds.

With this component, you can restore the original appearance of the vehicle's front after mechanical damage or visually refresh the car, maintaining the original BMW style without using aftermarket parts of uncertain finish quality.

Construction, installation, and performance parameters

The left kidney grille is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle on the driver's side, maintaining the factory layout of the ribs and frame. The construction has been prepared to:

• ensure proper airflow to the engine compartment,
• maintain stable mounting in the front fascia frame,
• retain appropriate rigidity during daily use.

The chrome finish is integrated into the grille construction, which makes it easy to keep the element clean and allows for trouble-free washing along with the rest of the bodywork.

Condition of the component and service application

The product comes from the BMW range and is intended as a service part for replacing a damaged or worn left kidney grille in F30/F31 Luxury models. The used nature of the component allows for an economical repair of the vehicle's front while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications.

This solution works well both in the case of post-accident repairs and when replacing the element for aesthetic reasons, when the existing grille shows signs of wear.

Comprehensive BMW front restoration

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

Summary

BMW F30 F31 Front Kidney Grille Grid Left N/S Silver Chrome is a functional, aesthetic body component that allows you to restore the original look of the car's front and maintain consistency with the Luxury styling line. Choosing an original, used kidney grille from this group is a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining factory-quality fitment and appearance.

To better understand when it is worth reaching for original used components instead of refurbished ones, it is worth reading the article: Manual transmission failures in cars – why is an original used part a more reasonable choice than refurbishment?.