BMW E87 Sill Strip Side Skirt Trim Covering Right O/S Nautikblau Blue - A21

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E87 Sill Strip Side Skirt Trim Covering Right O/S Nautikblau Blue - A21 is an original body trim component designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. It provides a visually cohesive transition between the sill and the lower part of the door, enhancing aesthetics and protecting the sill area from daily wear and tear. Thanks to the factory fitment, installation is precise and requires no modifications, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and restorations.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0032948-NB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0032948
• Substitutable numbers: 51770032948, 0032948
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Nautikblau Uni - A21
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The described sill strip is dedicated to the BMW E87 series and is mounted on the right side of the body. Its purpose is to cover the lower edge of the bodywork and align the side profile, ensuring the car maintains its factory character. This component works in conjunction with other side body parts to create a uniform, orderly sill surface.

The sill strip also serves a practical role – it limits the direct impact of dirt, minor stone chips, and typical signs of use on the sill area. As a result, the bodywork is better protected against accelerated wear, and the vehicle retains a well-maintained appearance even with intensive use.

Color and visual fitment

The component is finished in Nautikblau Uni A21, a color characteristic of selected BMW paint configurations. The uniform shade makes it easy to maintain consistency with the remaining body panels, especially in the case of local repairs or the replacement of individual elements after mechanical damage.

The factory surface finish allows for an aesthetic integration of the strip into the car's side profile. In many cases, it can be installed without additional painting work, which shortens repair time and simplifies the process of restoring the vehicle to a condition close to the original.

Installation characteristics

The sill strip has been designed as a component compatible with the factory mounting points on the BMW E87. This means that the geometry and shape are matched to the original sill construction, which facilitates the correct seating of the part on the body. With proper surface preparation, installation can be carried out in a repeatable and predictable manner.

The placement on the right side of the vehicle is clearly defined, which minimizes the risk of errors when selecting the component. This is particularly important in workshops where speed of work and certainty that the used element will be compatible with the specific side of the body are essential.

Condition and service application

The offered sill strip is a used component, making it an attractive solution for economic repairs, fleet vehicle reconstructions, or restoring a car to working order after minor damage. Such components are often chosen by workshops specializing in post-accident repairs, where both compliance with the original and cost optimization are important.

By maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications, the strip can be used as a replacement for the factory element in situations where it is necessary to replace a damaged sill cover, and the priority is to maintain compatibility with the BMW E87 construction.

Repair zone expansion and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For more advanced modernization projects, it is also worth considering the impact of body modifications on handling and vehicle dynamics. In this context, material comparing solutions used in sports versions of cars, such as RS, to standard variants may be helpful – more information can be found in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.