BMW E81 E82 E88 Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E81 E82 E88 Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original sill strip designed for installation on the left side of the body in compact BMW 1 Series models. This component, finished in the elegant Black Sapphire Metallic color, allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged sill, maintaining visual consistency with the factory paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036143-BS4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036143
• Substitutable numbers: 51770036143, 0036143
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment

The presented left sill is designed as a body component dedicated to BMW E81, E82, and E88 models. Thanks to its factory geometry and precise profile, it ensures proper alignment with the doors, wheel arch, and other side panels, which facilitates achieving even gaps and stable mounting.

Its placement on the left side of the vehicle allows for the precise replacement of a specific section of the sill area without interfering with other body parts. This solution is particularly beneficial for accident repairs or local bodywork renovations.

Color and finish: Black Sapphire Metallic

The sill strip is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint, characteristic of many BMW configurations. The metallic black blends well with both light and dark styling accessories, allowing for a consistent look across the entire side of the vehicle.

For body shops and users, this means the possibility of minimizing the scope of painting or easier color matching when refreshing the coating. The color, consistent with the factory BMW palette, also makes it easier to select other body components in the same shade.

Characteristics of the used component

The left sill is a salvaged part, which allows for the preservation of the original construction and factory parameters of the component. A used body part is often a favorable choice for repairs where compliance with the vehicle's production line and rational service costs are important.

For components such as sill strips, it is particularly important to maintain proper rigidity and shape so that the sill works correctly with the doors, seals, and covers. The original BMW part ensures proper geometry and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Application in body repairs

Replacing the left sill is a typical stage of work when repairing side damage, corrosion, or performing visual upgrades to the vehicle. This type of component allows for:

• restoring the correct side line of the body after a collision,
• limiting bodywork to a specific area of the vehicle,
• maintaining color consistency with the rest of the body in the Black Sapphire Metallic shade,
• professional preparation of the car for further painting or detailing work.

For service centers specializing in BMW and users who care about technically correct repairs, this is a practical solution that allows for maintaining the original character of the vehicle.

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 the available parts in the BMW Sill Strips category.

Additional technical and operational information

As a body component from the Sill Strips group, the left sill works with factory mounts, door seals, and sill covers. Proper installation affects cabin tightness, protection against dirt, and the stability of the side structure.

When planning broader service work, it is also worth paying attention to the condition of other components in the sill area to avoid the need for re-disassembly in the near future. In the case of accident repairs or after long-term vehicle use, choosing original BMW components helps maintain the correct body geometry.

If you are also interested in a safe approach to installing used components in other vehicle systems, including those sensitive to operational loads, it is worth reading the guide Air conditioning compressor – symptoms of failure, causes, and safe replacement, which discusses practical aspects of selecting and replacing car parts.