BMW 1 Series 5 E87 E87N M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Le Mans Blue

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW 1 Series 5 E87 E87N M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Le Mans Blue in Le Mans Blau Metallic is an original side skirt designed for installation on the driver's side. This component serves as an aesthetic and functional addition to the M package, improving the aerodynamics of the side bodywork and the visual consistency of the entire styling kit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0033557-LMB5
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0033557
• Substitutable numbers: 51770033557, 0033557
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment

The presented side skirt has been designed specifically for BMW 1 Series E87 and E87N generation models with the M Sport package, intended for the left side of the vehicle. The OEM construction ensures a proper fit to the factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for the preservation of the original geometry of the sill area.

Positioning on the driver's side ensures consistency with the right M Sport side skirt, and the profile of the element is adapted to the characteristic body line of the 1 Series, meaning no additional bodywork modifications are required after installation.

Finish and Le Mans Blau Metallic color

The side skirt is finished in the factory Le Mans Blau Metallic color, characteristic of BMW's sporty configurations. This shade harmonizes well with the body line, emphasizing the dynamic character of the M Sport package and giving the vehicle a cohesive, sporty look.

The metallic paint coating provides appropriate color depth and visual appeal, while also allowing for easier matching during potential paint repairs in the area of the doors or fenders.

Characteristics of the used part

The side skirt comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are often chosen for post-accident repairs or restoring a car to its factory M Sport configuration, as they allow for maintaining compliance with OEM equipment at reasonable costs.

Choosing an original, used side skirt is also beneficial from the point of view of fitment – the geometry, mounting points, and profile are consistent with the factory BMW standard, which minimizes the risk of installation problems typical of low-quality replacements.

Benefits of installing the M Sport side skirt

Installing this side skirt allows you to restore or complete the look of the M Sport package in your BMW 1 Series E87 / E87N. The element serves both a protective and visual function, shielding the lower part of the side bodywork and emphasizing the sporty line of the sills.

• consistent look of the side bodywork with other M Sport elements,
• preservation of the original sill line and the factory character of the car,
• easier color matching thanks to the factory metallic paint,
• possibility of economical repair after mechanical damage or corrosion in the sill area.

Expanding your BMW sill area upgrade

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 BMW Sill Strips category.

Additional information and technical knowledge

For extensive BMW upgrade projects, it is also worth considering the condition of the vehicle's other systems, including electronics and control modules. If you are interested in how to effectively use parts from dismantling in other areas of the car, the article dedicated to iDrive systems and modules in the 3 and 5 Series may be helpful: Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 Series models.