BMW 3 Series E46 Compact Rear Bumper Finisher Light Trim Right O/S Silver Grey

The BMW 3 Series E46 Compact Rear Bumper Finisher Light Trim Right O/S Silver Grey in Silbergrau Metallic A08 is an original body component designed for the right side of the vehicle's rear. It provides an aesthetic finish to the lighting area in the bumper, improving visual consistency and maintaining the factory body lines characteristic of the BMW E46 Compact.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0029020-SBG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0029020
• Substitutable numbers: 51110029020, 0029020, 7020080
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Silbergrau Metallic - A08
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

This trim is dedicated to the rear right side of the BMW 3 Series E46 Compact body and serves as a precise finish for the area around the bumper light. Thanks to its specific profile, it ensures proper fitment against the bumper and adjacent lighting components, which reduces gaps and improves the overall aesthetics of the vehicle.

This part is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, bodywork and paint corrections, or restoring a car to a near-factory condition when you want to maintain the original look of the rear bodywork.

Color and visual fitment

The trim is factory-finished in Silbergrau Metallic - A08, which allows for a consistent match to bodywork in the same color without the need for additional painting or with minimal corrective work. The metallic paint blends well with the E46 Compact lines, highlighting the characteristic contours of the rear bumper.

For vehicles that have undergone paint repairs, using an original trim in the correct color makes it easier to achieve a uniform transition between elements, which is important both for visual appeal and potential resale value.

Installation characteristics

The trim is designed as a component that fits the factory BMW E46 Compact bumper, mounted on the right side of the rear of the vehicle. The design is intended to work with the original mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications. When properly seated, it ensures a stable hold and correct alignment with the light and the bumper surface.

Due to its factory origin, the component maintains dimensional compatibility with the original body design, which is essential for the precise alignment of gaps and parting lines between individual rear body components.

Use in repairs and renovations of the BMW E46 Compact

The rear bumper light finisher trim on the right side is suitable for both local collision repairs and comprehensive body restoration of the BMW 3 Series E46 Compact. It allows for the restoration of the original look of the rear zone, which is important for maintaining the vehicle's value and its consistent styling.

When replacing a larger number of body parts, it is worth considering the use of several components from dismantling to maintain a similar paint structure and finish character. You can find more about the practical aspects of selecting used body parts in the article Replacing body parts with used ones – can dismantled body parts look like new?.

Complementary BMW body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional trim strips, covers, or small mounting parts, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For a comparison of the design character and technical solutions used in sports versions of other brands, you can familiarize yourself with the analysis of differences in the construction of powertrains and chassis in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which allows for a better understanding of manufacturers' approaches to designing body elements and mechanical components.