BMW F10 F11 Side Skirt M Sport M5 Sill Cover Panel Left N/S Carbon Black - 416

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F10 F11 Side Skirt M Sport M5 Sill Cover Panel Left N/S Carbon Black is an original body component designed for installation on the left side of 5 Series models, ensuring a consistent look with the factory M package. Finished in Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416, it helps maintain a uniform side profile and an aesthetic transition between the door and the sill. This is a practical solution for users looking to restore the factory appearance of the sill area or replace a missing part of the styling package.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2298067-CAR1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2298067
• Substitutable numbers: 51712298067, 2298067
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment for BMW 5 Series

The presented sill cover is designed for BMW F10 and F11 bodies equipped with the M package or styled as the M5 version. Thanks to its factory geometry, it ensures proper adhesion to the bodywork, which translates into stable mounting and correct alignment with the doors and other sill components.

Positioning on the left side of the vehicle allows for precise identification of the part when selecting components for a specific car configuration. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, where dimensional and structural compliance with the original part is required.

Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 color and visual appeal

The sill cover is finished in the Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 shade, characteristic of many BMW 5 Series vehicles. This makes it possible to maintain color consistency of the bodywork without the need for additional painting or with minimal corrective work, depending on the condition of the specific car's paint.

The metallic black emphasizes the side line of the body, blending well with both standard and sports wheels as well as other M package elements. It is a solution that allows for the restoration of factory aesthetics following mechanical damage or wear and tear.

Functional characteristics and installation

As an element from the Side skirts category, the product serves both protective and styling functions: it shields the edge of the sill from direct impacts by small stones and influences the airflow in the lower part of the body. The design provided by the manufacturer allows for installation at factory mounting points, which facilitates work for body shops and painters.

The used condition means that the trim comes from disassembly, which in practice allows for maintaining the original material and shape specifications. For many users, this is a beneficial solution for repairs where compliance with the factory manufacturing standard is a priority.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing a damaged or missing sill cover with an original part in Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 allows you to:

• restore the consistent look of the side body section,
• maintain the characteristic line of the M package or M5 styling,
• limit the need for additional paint work,
• maintain visual consistency with other sill and bumper elements.

For workshops dealing with post-accident repairs and for users who care about the visual condition of their car, using an original sill cover is a technically safe and predictable solution in terms of the final result.

Expanding the sill area in BMW

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.

To better plan service work and reduce vehicle downtime in the workshop, it is worth learning practical tips on sourcing parts from a single source – more information can be found in the article No more weeks of waiting – how a wide assortment in one warehouse really shortens your car's downtime at the mechanic?.