BMW E90 E91 LCI Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Bluewater Metallic - 896

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 E91 LCI Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Bluewater Metallic is an original body component from the Sill Strips category, designed for installation on the right side of BMW 3 Series models after the facelift (LCI). The paint in the Bluewater Metallic - 896 shade ensures color consistency with the factory body finish and facilitates the aesthetic replacement of a damaged part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0037060-WB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0037060
• Substitutable numbers: 51770037060, 0037060, 51777202652, 7202652
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the component

The described sill strip is dedicated to the right side of the BMW E90 LCI body, where it serves both protective and aesthetic functions. It protects the lower part of the vehicle's side from dirt and minor mechanical damage, while simultaneously streamlining the side profile of the body, maintaining the characteristic BMW styling.

Thanks to the factory profile and precise shape, the component ensures proper adhesion to the sills and compatibility with the original mounting points on the body, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of improper fitment.

Bluewater Metallic - 896 color and visual matching

The Bluewater Metallic - 896 finish is essential for maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance after repair or component replacement. This shade was developed for specific BMW E90 LCI configurations and allows for an aesthetic match with the existing paint, especially for cars that do not require a full repaint of the side body section.

In practice, this means the ability to limit the scope of paint work, which is beneficial in terms of both cost and repair time. For users who value the visual consistency of their car, maintaining the original color of the sill strip is a significant advantage of this component.

Installation and operational characteristics

The sill strip has been designed as a body component matched to the geometry of the BMW E90 LCI, which translates into:

• maintaining the correct side line of the vehicle after installation,
• compatibility with factory mounting points,
• stable seating on the right-side sill.

Such a solution facilitates the trouble-free replacement of a damaged strip in workshop or service conditions, without the need for body structure modifications. The component is intended for vehicles where maintaining the original appearance and correct side body aerodynamics is important.

Product condition and use in repairs

The offered sill strip is in used condition, making it an attractive solution for accident repairs, restorations, or returning a car to a factory-like state at reasonable costs. A used original component allows for maintaining the proper fit and characteristic body line, which is particularly important in the case of BMW models, where precision of fitment has significant visual importance.

Such a solution works well both in professional body and paint workshops and for individual users who are looking for parts consistent with the vehicle's factory specifications.

Modernization expansion and visual tuning

The sill strip in Bluewater Metallic can also be used in light visual tuning projects, where the goal is to refresh the side part of the body without interfering with the vehicle's structure. Using an original component from the BMW range allows for maintaining stylistic consistency and avoiding problems typical of aftermarket parts with a different profile or build quality.

If you want to learn more about the possibilities of using used body parts and other components in car personalization projects, it is worth checking out the article The best used parts for tuning your car, which discusses a practical approach to tuning using proven parts from the secondary market.

Related components from the BMW sill group

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization 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.