BMW F20 Side Skirt Sill Strip Right O/S Panel Schwarz 2 Black - 668

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 Panel Schwarz 2 Black - 668 is an original body component from the Sill strips group, designed for installation on the right side of BMW F20 series models. Finished in the factory color Schwarz 2 - 668, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of a damaged side skirt, while maintaining the consistent side profile of the vehicle body.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7293554-SCH4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7293554
• Substitutable numbers: 51777293554, 7293554
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the side skirt

The side skirt on the right side of the BMW F20 is responsible for protecting the lower edge of the bodywork against mechanical damage and for visually completing the side line of the vehicle. This element visually stabilizes the sill area, reduces the risk of paint chips in a critical area, and helps maintain the correct finishing geometry between the doors and the lower part of the body.

Thanks to its factory fit for the BMW F20 design, the side skirt ensures proper adhesion to the body, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of stress or unwanted gaps in the sill area.

Schwarz 2 - 668 color and visual matching

The Schwarz 2 - 668 finish allows for consistency with the original BMW paint palette. This is crucial when replacing a single element in an already used vehicle – the correct shade reduces the need for additional paint work and facilitates integration with the remaining body panels.

Choosing a side skirt in this color is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs and spot restoration of the sill area, where both technical correctness and maintaining the factory character of the car are important.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The element is designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle, in the lower part of the body, in the sill area. Such placement requires precise alignment with the doors and adjacent panels, which is why using an original side skirt dedicated to the BMW F20 reduces the risk of installation problems typical of aftermarket replacements.

In practice, this translates into:

• easier alignment of the sill line relative to the doors,
• correct guidance of edges and gaps between elements,
• stable mounting at the points provided by the manufacturer.

Characteristics of the used part

As a used part, the BMW F20 side skirt is a cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of component is particularly useful for maintenance repairs where structural and color compatibility with the vehicle's factory equipment is a priority.

Using an original, used side skirt allows for limiting interference with the body structure, while restoring the correct appearance and functionality of the sill area on the right side.

Expanding sill area repairs and part selection

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 the available parts in the BMW Sill strips category.

When selecting body parts, it may also be helpful to use the OEM number and interchangeable numbers to verify compatibility with a specific equipment version and vehicle year. In practice, it is worth relying on a proven part identification scheme – from analyzing the car's documentation, through comparing parameters, to final confirmation before installation. The detailed process is described in the guide: how to choose the right car part by VIN and OEM number, which can significantly facilitate the selection of the appropriate side skirt and other body components.