BMW 1 SERIES E87 Sill strip side skirt right O/S Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22

BMW 1 SERIES E87 Sill strip side skirt right O/S Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 is an original body component designed for the right side of the sill, finished in the attractive Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 color. This factory sill cover helps restore a cohesive look to the side of the vehicle while ensuring proper coverage of the sill edge. Thanks to its precise fit for the BMW 1 Series E87, it serves as a functional addition to the factory styling.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0032948-SG7
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51770032948
• Substitutable numbers: 51770032948, 0032948
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The right-side sill cover is an exterior body component that serves several important functions: it protects the sill edge, organizes the side line of the bodywork, and helps reduce minor damage resulting from daily use. In the case of the BMW E87, it features matched geometry, allowing it to work correctly with the doors and other side panels.

Using an original sill cover is particularly important during post-accident repairs or local renovations, where maintaining factory gaps, shape, and the character of the side line is crucial. This type of component allows for an aesthetic finish to the sill area without the need for body modifications.

Color and paint matching

The finish in Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 ensures compatibility with the factory BMW paint palette. As a result, the strip can be used both as a replacement part after damage and during partial restoration, where maintaining a uniform vehicle appearance is key.

The metallic nature of the paint makes the component blend well with the body line, highlighting the play of light on the contours characteristic of BMW. In many cases, this reduces the scope of additional painting work required, provided that the other panels are maintained in the same color code.

Placement on the vehicle and assembly aspects

The strip is designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle, in the sill area. Proper placement is important not only for visual reasons but also for practical ones – the component contributes to the side line and influences how water and dirt flow along the bodywork.

During installation, it is worth paying attention to:

• correct alignment relative to the sill edge and the lower part of the door,
• maintaining even gaps between adjacent panels,
• checking the mounts and clips for stable seating.

A properly installed sill cover minimizes the risk of vibrations and unwanted noises while driving, and also improves the overall aesthetics of the side of the vehicle.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the sill strip is a reasonable choice for repairs where the cost-to-visual-effect ratio is important. Its original origin ensures a proper fit to the BMW E87 bodywork while allowing for cost savings compared to new components.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface, mounts, and edges to adjust the scope of any preparatory work to the expected final result. In many cases, cleaning and installation are sufficient without the need for interference with the component's structure.

Expanding the BMW sill area upgrade

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.

If you are interested in a broader context of selecting body and chassis components in premium cars and the differences in manufacturers' approaches to the construction of sports versions, an article comparing sports models with their standard counterparts may be helpful – you can find it here: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.

When planning a larger scope of service work on a BMW, including the engine area, it is also worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding the operation and repair of popular engines of this brand, described in the guide: BMW N47 timing chain – typical failure and repair using original BMW parts.