BMW E60 LCI Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Right O/S E61 LCI Black Sapphire - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E60 LCI Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Right O/S E61 LCI Black Sapphire is an original body component designed for the facelifted 5 Series models, ensuring a seamless finish for the sill area. Thanks to its factory-fit design for BMW construction and the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint, this trim helps maintain the aesthetics and functionality of the side body section. It is a practical solution for users looking to professionally restore the appearance and protection of the sill following bodywork and paint repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0422465-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 422465
• Substitutable numbers: 51770422465, 0422465, 51777178122, 7178122
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the sill component

The side skirt door sill cover serves a dual purpose: it protects the sill edge from mechanical damage and visually completes the side line of the body. In BMW E60 and E61 LCI models, this is particularly important as the sill area is subject to wear every time the door is opened and is exposed to scratches and dirt.

The element has been designed as part of the sill system, therefore it ensures:

• precise fitment to the body geometry on the side specified,
• stable mounting at factory attachment points,
• a consistent transition between the sill and the lower door line.

Color and visual fitment

The finish in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 allows for a uniform look with the original BMW body paint in this color. As a result, the trim does not require additional painting after installation, provided the vehicle has the matching paint code, which significantly simplifies the visual repair process.

The metallic structure of the coating harmonizes well with the body lines of the 5 Series, and the accurate color reproduction facilitates integration with other body components.

Technical characteristics and installation

The trim has been prepared as an OEM BMW part, which means it maintains factory dimensional and structural standards. The placement on the vehicle specified in the product data allows for unambiguous selection of the installation side and avoids compatibility issues.

In practice, this translates into:

• easier installation in place of the original sill trim,
• proper alignment with adjacent body panels,
• maintenance of the factory sill line without the need for modifications.

The weight of the component specified in the product data is adapted to the construction of BMW sills, ensuring that the trim does not put extra strain on the mounts and maintains appropriate rigidity.

Condition and service application

The item is offered as a used part, which is a cost-effective solution for accident repairs, visual corrections, or replacing missing body components. Choosing an original part from dismantling allows you to maintain compliance with the factory vehicle specification while reducing costs compared to new parts.

This solution is particularly useful for:

• local repairs of the sill area after mechanical damage,
• replacing missing elements after disassembly or due to corrosion,
• restoring the visual completeness of the vehicle before sale or after renovation.

Expanding the sill area in your BMW

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

Technical knowledge and optimal part selection

When selecting body components for a BMW, it is worth using reliable technical sources and comparing solutions used in different models and engine versions. It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the analysis of the construction of sports drivetrains and chassis, where the precision of component fitment is of key importance – this is described in more detail in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.

To better understand how a wide range of components from a single warehouse helps shorten repair times and reduce vehicle downtime at the mechanic, it is also worth reading the material No more weeks of waiting – how a wide range of products in one warehouse actually shortens your car's downtime at the mechanic?, which will facilitate planning a more complete renovation of the sill area in your BMW.