BMW 7 Series E65 Door Sill Cover Skirt Right O/S Oxfordgruen Oxford Green 430

BMW 7 Series E65 Door Sill Cover Skirt Right O/S Oxfordgruen Oxford Green is an original body component designed for the right side of the BMW 7 Series E65 generation limousine. The door sill cover in Oxfordgruen Metallic - 430 allows for visual consistency with the factory paintwork and provides practical protection for the sill area against mechanical damage. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, local renovations, and restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0140038-OXF
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0140038
• Substitutable numbers: 51710140038, 0140038, 51717016880, 7016880
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Oxfordgruen Metallic - 430
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the sill component

The right door sill cover for the BMW 7 Series E65 is responsible for shielding the lower part of the bodywork in the passenger door area, protecting the sill edge from stone chips, dirt, and typical operational wear. This element also influences the aesthetics of the side body line, ensuring an even, continuous surface between the front and rear wheel arches.

Thanks to its factory fitment for the specific model, the door sill cover maintains the correct geometry and mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in the Oxfordgruen Metallic - 430 shade, characteristic of selected BMW 7 Series E65 configurations. Using the original color:

• facilitates matching with the vehicle's existing paint coating,
• minimizes the scope of any potential painting required,
• allows for maintaining a consistent look across the entire side of the bodywork.

In the case of local repairs or replacing a single sill component, color consistency with the factory BMW paint palette is essential both for visual appeal and the vehicle's resale value.

Placement on the vehicle and assembly aspects

The cover is intended for installation on the right side of the vehicle, in the sill area. Precise fitment for the specific BMW 7 E65 generation means:

• maintaining the correct sill line and gaps between body components,
• compatibility with factory mounting points,
• the ability to use standard assembly procedures applied in body and paint shops.

For workshops and users, this means predictable labor time and reduced risk of issues with fitting the component to the bodywork.

Characteristics as a used part

As a used part, the door sill cover for the BMW 7 E65 is a cost-effective solution for body repairs, especially where the priority is to maintain the original construction and factory origin of the component. Compared to aftermarket replacements, the original component ensures proper geometry, alignment with the body line, and predictable performance during operation.

Choosing a used OEM element is often preferred for high-end vehicles, where stylistic consistency, build quality, and compliance with the manufacturer's factory standards are paramount.

Expanding the sill area repair in a BMW

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

Technical knowledge and part selection

When selecting body components for premium cars such as the BMW 7 Series, it is worth paying attention to structural differences between individual engine and equipment versions, as well as the specifics of solutions used by other premium segment manufacturers. For a comparison of approaches to powertrains and structural components in high-performance cars, you can refer to the guide Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers differentiate components depending on the version.