BMW E90 E91 LCI Cover Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Karmesinrot Red A61

The BMW E90 E91 LCI Cover Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Karmesinrot Red A61 in Karmesinrot A61 is an original body component designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. This part comes from the BMW range and, as a used OEM component, allows for maintaining a consistent styling line and factory-fitment to the bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0037059-KAR2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0037059
• Substitutable numbers: 51770037059, 0037059, 51777202651, 7202651
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The side skirt is designed for installation on the left side of the body, in the lower part of the chassis, between the wheel arches. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the sill while also acting as a shield for the metal edge against dirt and minor mechanical damage occurring during daily use.

The element is dedicated to the BMW 3 Series E90 / E91 facelift (LCI) version, which ensures proper alignment with the bumper and wheel arch lines, as well as compatibility with factory mounting points.

Color and paint matching

The side skirt comes in Karmesinrot – A61, a color characteristic of the BMW paint palette. By maintaining the original shade, it is possible to reduce or completely eliminate the need for repainting, provided the vehicle's paint condition is similar to that of the component. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, spot bodywork corrections, or replacing a damaged strip.

The original color also facilitates the work of a paint technician – if necessary, the shade can be precisely matched based on the paint code, maintaining the visual consistency of the entire side of the vehicle.

Construction and mounting properties

The side skirt has been designed as a body component with optimized weight, which facilitates installation and removal while not unnecessarily burdening the vehicle's structure. Adaptation to BMW factory mounting points allows for:

• precise positioning relative to the doors and wheel arches,
• stable seating on the sill,
• maintenance of correct gaps and body lines.

This solution promotes efficient body and paint service and reduces the risk of improper installation, which could result in stress or the component protruding from the body.

Application in BMW repairs and restoration

The left side skirt in Karmesinrot A61 is suitable for both post-accident repairs and visual restoration of the vehicle's side when the existing element is damaged, corroded, or deformed. Using an original BMW part allows for maintaining factory body geometry and stylistic consistency with other body components.

This solution is particularly beneficial for workshops specializing in the BMW brand and users who want to keep their car in a condition as close to factory as possible, without using aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment.

Benefits of using an original side skirt

Choosing this component primarily offers:

• factory fitment for the BMW E90 / E91 LCI on the left side of the vehicle,
• original Karmesinrot A61 color, facilitating paint consistency,
• compatibility with factory mounting points,
• practical application for body and paint repairs and restorations.

An element configured in this way allows for the efficient restoration of the aesthetics of the side bodywork while maintaining the character and design lines of the BMW 3 Series.

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, trims, or additional strips, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

To better understand the structural differences between sports and standard versions of cars – including the impact of body, suspension, and braking system components on vehicle handling – it is worth reading the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how the selection of appropriate components translates into the vehicle's character.