BMW E81 E82 E88 M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Le Mans Blue 381 0034731

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E81 E82 E88 M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Le Mans Blue is an original M Sport body component designed for left-side installation in compact BMW 1 Series models. The characteristic Le Mans Blau Metallic color emphasizes the car's dynamic character and ensures consistency with the factory styling package. This is a practical solution for users looking to restore the aesthetics of the sill area following damage or wear of the factory component.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0034731-LMB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0034731
• Substitutable numbers: 51770034731, 0034731
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the component

The M Sport side skirt is designed as an exterior body component, mounted on the left side of the vehicle. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower bodywork while providing additional protection for the sill area against typical operational damage, such as minor impacts or dirt. Thanks to the factory profile, the fitment to the body shape of the E81, E82, and E88 series is precise, which facilitates installation and ensures a stable fit.

Le Mans Blau Metallic color scheme

The finish in Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 is characteristic of BMW's sporty configurations and harmonizes well with the M Sport line. The metallic paint coating gives the sill a distinctive, dynamic look while maintaining consistency with other body elements in the same color. For users concerned with the visual continuity of the M Sport package, this is particularly important when replacing a single element after a collision or bodywork repairs.

Installation characteristics

The sill strip is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory body layout of the BMW 1 Series E8x generation. The component's construction is prepared for compatibility with the original mounting points on the body, allowing for installation without the need for modifying the sills or additional shape adjustments. The appropriately selected weight of the component helps maintain proper rigidity and stability once attached, without excessively loading the body structure.

Condition and service application

The offered side skirt belongs to the group of used parts, making it a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, body restoration, or restoring the completeness of the M Sport package in daily-driven vehicles. This type of component is particularly useful when the existing strip has been mechanically damaged or requires replacement after paintwork intervention. Using an original sill cover allows for maintaining stylistic and technical consistency with other BMW body components.

Integration with other BMW body elements

The M Sport sill strip works visually with other aerodynamic package elements, such as bumpers or splitters, creating a cohesive, sporty side profile. By maintaining the factory geometry and color scheme, replacing a single sill does not disrupt the body line, which is important both from an aesthetic point of view and the vehicle's potential resale value. This solution is aimed at users who expect compliance with BMW factory specifications while wanting to optimize repair costs through the use of dismantled parts.

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, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW Sill Strips category.

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