BMW F10 F11 M Sport Door Sill Cover Skirt Panel Right O/S Carbon Black - 416

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F10 F11 M Sport Door Sill Cover Skirt Panel Right O/S Carbon Black is an original body component designed for the right side of BMW 5 Series F10/F11 vehicles. Finished in the elegant Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416, it allows for a consistent factory look and an aesthetic finish to the sill area. This is a practical solution for users who want to restore the proper visual and functional condition of the sill after operational damage.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2298068-CAR1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2298068
• Substitutable numbers: 51712298068, 2298068
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment for BMW F10/F11

The presented door sill cover has been designed specifically for BMW 5 Series F10 and F11 models, taking into account the body geometry and factory mounting points. Its placement on the right side of the vehicle ensures a proper fit to the original sill structure, without the need for modifications or adjustments required by universal parts.

Thanks to the use of original geometry, the door sill cover helps maintain proper alignment with adjacent body panels, which translates into stable seating and a reduction of unwanted stress in the sill area. This is particularly important during daily use, frequent entering and exiting, and exposure of the sill to dirt and minor mechanical damage.

Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 finish

The Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 color is a characteristic, dark metallic finish used by BMW, which blends well with both light and dark body shades. Using this color for the door sill cover allows for visual consistency with the rest of the bodywork and reduces the visibility of typical signs of wear.

The metallic finish promotes an even distribution of light reflections on the surface of the cover, which improves the visual perception of the entire side line of the vehicle. This solution is particularly beneficial for users who pay attention to stylistic details and want to keep the bodywork in an aesthetic, orderly condition.

Operational characteristics and installation

The door sill cover serves a protective and aesthetic function in the sill area, which is exposed to contact with footwear, road dirt, and minor impacts. Using a dedicated component for the BMW F10/F11 allows for:

• restoring the factory look of the right sill after damage or corrosion,
• maintaining a consistent side body line,
• reducing the risk of further paint damage in a sensitive area.

The element is intended for installation in place of the factory door sill cover, which facilitates work for a workshop or a person dealing with body repairs. The appropriately selected weight of the component promotes stable mounting and does not negatively affect the sill structure.

Used condition and benefits of choosing an original part

The offered door sill cover is a used item, which allows combining a reasonable purchase cost with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing a part sourced from a BMW dismantling process helps maintain compliance with factory manufacturing and fitment standards, which is important for body repairs in premium class vehicles.

In case of a dilemma between refurbishment and installing a used component, it is worth checking out practical tips regarding the selection of parts from dismantling – more information can be found in the article Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repairs?. This will allow you to better assess when using a used door sill cover will be the optimal solution in terms of technical and economic aspects.

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 moldings, check out the available parts in the BMW door sill covers category.