BMW E90 LCI Side Skirt M Sport Sill Strip Right O/S Black Sapphire Metallic 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 LCI Side Skirt M Sport Sill Strip Right O/S Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component from the Side skirts category, designed for the right side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory Black Sapphire Metallic finish, it ensures a seamless look with the body paint and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct replacement of a damaged side skirt in M Sport versions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0037230-BS3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0037230
• Substitutable numbers: 51770037230, 0037230, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment for BMW E90 LCI

The presented side skirt is dedicated to BMW 3 Series E90 LCI (facelift) models equipped with the M Sport package, intended for the right side of the vehicle. The component's design is consistent with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and ensures proper alignment with other body panels and sill covers.

Its original BMW OE origin ensures the maintenance of correct geometry, rigidity, and compatibility with the factory mounts, clips, and seals used in this body generation.

Characteristics of the Black Sapphire Metallic finish

The Black Sapphire Metallic color is a distinctive metallic black shade used by BMW, which effectively highlights the side body line and complements M Sport elements. Using the original paint in this shade helps reduce the scope of additional paintwork required after installation and, in many cases, allows for a direct replacement of a damaged side skirt.

The metallic paint structure provides appropriate color depth and consistency with the factory finish of other panels, which is crucial for accident repairs and visual restorations.

Function in the body structure and sill area

The M Sport side skirt serves both a protective and aesthetic function. It protects the lower part of the side body area against mechanical damage and external factors, while simultaneously giving the car's silhouette a more dynamic, sporty character typical of the M package.

Proper fitment of the component to the right side of the vehicle is important for:

• maintaining the correct sill line and panel gaps,
• stable mounting of covers and decorative strips,
• proper drainage of dirt and water from the lower part of the body.

Used condition and benefits of choosing OEM parts

The item is offered in used condition, which allows for a significant reduction in repair costs compared to a new component, while maintaining the parameters of an original BMW part. For many users, this is a reasonable compromise between quality and budget, especially during comprehensive body repairs.

Choosing an original, used M Sport side skirt reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of aftermarket replacements and facilitates installation in an independent service center or body shop.

Support for selection and expansion of the sill area

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 side skirts category.

For drivers considering a wider use of used parts in vehicle maintenance, practical tips on the cost-effectiveness of such solutions can be found in the article Smart Skoda servicing – why second-hand parts are the best choice for your wallet, which shows how to effectively combine OEM quality with cost control.