BMW F20 Side Skirt Sill Strip Right O/S Glacier Silber Silver Metallic - A83

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F20 Side Skirt Sill Strip Right O/S Glacier Silber Silver Metallic - A83 is an original body component from the Sill strips category, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory Glacier Silber Metallic - A83 color, it ensures a consistent look with the body paint and a precise fit to the BMW F20 series sill line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7293554-GSB2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7293554
• Substitutable numbers: 7293554, 51777293554
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Glacier Silber Metallic - A83
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the sill cover

The right-side sill cover plays an important protective and aesthetic role in the lower body area. It protects the sill edge from mechanical damage during entry and exit, while streamlining the vehicle's side profile, ensuring the factory look characteristic of the BMW F20.

This component is dedicated to installation on the right side, which guarantees proper fitment with the doors, seals, and other sill components. The appropriately selected shape facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the correct geometry of the sill area.

Glacier Silber Metallic - A83 color

The Glacier Silber Metallic - A83 finish is consistent with the factory BMW paint palette, allowing for a uniform body style without the need for additional painting. The metallic surface structure works well with the body lines, emphasizing the characteristic profile of the F20 series.

Thanks to the factory shade, the cover is suitable both for replacing a damaged part and for restoration work, where maintaining color consistency with other body panels is essential.

Technical characteristics and installation

The sill cover has been designed as an original BMW part, which translates into compatibility with factory mounting points and correct edge geometry. The design intended for the right side of the vehicle allows for installation in the factory location without the need for modifications.

The product comes from the Sill strips category, making it optimized for operation in the lower body zone – an area exposed to dirt, moisture, and minor mechanical damage. The appropriate profile facilitates the drainage of contaminants and maintains the correct gap between the sill and the door.

Condition and use in body repair

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical repair of the sill area while maintaining the original BMW specification. Such components are frequently used in professional body and paint shops as well as in post-accident repairs, where compliance with the factory body structure is crucial.

Replacing the right-side sill cover is recommended in case of mechanical damage, corrosion, or scratches that affect the aesthetics and protection of the sill edge. Using an original component allows for restoring the proper appearance of the side body section and maintaining the visual consistency of the entire vehicle.

Expanding the BMW sill area

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 strips, check out the available parts in the BMW sill strips category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using original body components and want to better understand why premium manufacturers rely on factory parts, it is worth reading the article Mercedes – comfort, prestige, and durability. Why is it worth choosing original used parts?, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting used parts in the premium car segment.