Side Skirt BMW E60 E61 M5 M Sport Door Sill Cover Right O/S Carbon Black - 416

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Skirt BMW E60 E61 M5 M Sport Door Sill Cover Right O/S Carbon Black is an original body component from the Side Skirts category, designed for the right side of the vehicle. Engineered for the M Sport/M5 version, it ensures a cohesive, sporty look and maintains the correct side sill line in the distinctive Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 color. This is the ideal solution for users who want to preserve the factory geometry and aesthetics of their BMW E60's side profile.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0396900-CAR4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0396900
• Substitutable numbers: 51710396900, 0396900, 51777896838, 7896838, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment

This presented side skirt cover has been prepared for the BMW E60 model in versions equipped with the M Sport package or styled as an M5. The component is mounted on the right side of the vehicle, restoring or maintaining the proper shape and side line of the bodywork in accordance with the original BMW design. The structure of the trim is adapted to the factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and ensures a proper fit with the remaining body panels.

Visual characteristics and color

The side skirt is finished in Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416, a color characteristic of many sporty BMW configurations. This shade harmonizes well with the E60 body line, emphasizing the dynamic profile of the sills and highlighting the sporty character of the M Sport package. Using the original color scheme reduces the need for additional paint work or simplifies the process if the car already features this paint code.

Technical function and benefits of installation

The Side Skirt BMW E60 E61 M5 M Sport Door Sill Cover Right O/S Carbon Black plays an important role in both visual and functional terms. It is responsible for:

• maintaining the correct sill line on the right side of the vehicle,
• protecting the lower part of the bodywork against minor mechanical damage,
• providing a cohesive connection of M Sport package elements within the side body zone.

Thanks to the use of an original trim from this series, compatibility with factory mounts and other aerodynamic package elements is maintained, which translates into installation stability and predictable performance during operation.

Component condition and practical application

The offered side skirt is a used part, making it an attractive solution for accident repairs, restorations, or visual upgrades of the BMW E60. This type of component is particularly useful when it is necessary to replace a damaged right-side sill without sacrificing the factory M Sport character. Proper selection of the trim allows for limiting the scope of body and paint work and shortening the time required to restore the car to full visual functionality.

Compatibility, part numbers, and selection

The element has a dedicated OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific BMW E60 configuration. When selecting, it is worth comparing the markings with the vehicle documentation or existing components to ensure that the cover will properly integrate with the other body and M Sport elements. This solution allows for precise matching of the trim to the equipment version and the paint used.

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 trims, check the available parts in the BMW Side Skirts category.

Who is this component for?

The Side Skirt BMW E60 E61 M5 M Sport Door Sill Cover Right O/S Carbon Black will be the right choice for owners who:

• are restoring the original look of the side bodywork after damage,
• are completing a full set of M Sport or M5-style elements,
• are looking for a factory component in a color matching Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416.

For users interested in a broader context of using used body parts in restoration and modernization projects, the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 era, which describes practical scenarios for refreshing models such as the BMW E60, may be useful.