BMW 3 Series 2 E90 E91 Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Montegoblau Blau Blue

BMW 3 Series 2 E90 E91 Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Montegoblau Blau Blue is an original body component designed for the right side, ensuring a factory fit for the 3 Series E90/E91. Thanks to its Montegoblau Metallic A51 paint finish, the sill strip maintains color consistency and aesthetics of the side bodywork while providing functional protection for the sill.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0032950-MTB2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51770032950
• Substitutable numbers: 51770032950, 0032950, MTB17802002
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the sill strip

The right-side sill strip for the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 is responsible for protecting the lower edge of the bodywork against mechanical damage and external factors. This component visually stabilizes the side line of the car, masks structural edges, and makes it easier to keep the sill clean. Using an original sill strip allows for maintaining the correct fitment geometry against the fenders and doors, which reduces the risk of gaps and unwanted stress on the bodywork.

Montegoblau Metallic A51 color and visual fitment

The factory Montegoblau Metallic A51 color is a distinctive metallic shade of blue, often found in BMW E90 and E91 configurations. Using a sill strip in this color:

• facilitates maintaining a uniform paint surface along the entire length of the vehicle's side,
• reduces the need for full painting of the component during replacement,
• ensures consistency with factory bumpers and fenders in the same shade.

As a result, the sill strip is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, visual corrections, and restoring the car to a condition close to factory specifications.

Installation and performance characteristics

The component is designed for the right side of the vehicle, which eliminates issues with sill geometry fitment. The design of the sill strip is prepared to work with the factory mounting points in the BMW E90/E91, which facilitates installation in workshop or service conditions. In practice, this means:

• secure seating on the bodywork without the need for body modifications,
• stable fit along the entire length of the sill,
• possibility of removal and reinstallation in case of further body and paint work.

As a used item, the sill strip represents a cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Application in BMW E90/E91 repairs and restorations

Replacing the sill strip is recommended in situations where the existing component has suffered mechanical damage, corrosion, or deformation after a collision. Using an original sill strip in Montegoblau Metallic A51 allows you to:

• restore the correct side line of the bodywork,
• minimize shade differences between individual components,
• maintain compliance with BMW factory specifications regarding exterior finish.

For body and paint workshops and services specializing in BMW, this is a practical component that speeds up the repair process and limits the scope of additional painting work.

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

Technical support and knowledge of sports constructions

When planning body modifications or assembling styling elements, it is worth knowing the differences between standard and sports versions. In the context of advanced technical solutions, such as reinforced braking systems or modified chassis, material comparing standard and sports constructions may be helpful – you can find more on this topic in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers differentiate components depending on the car's intended use.