BMW F30 Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Panel F31 Imperial Brilliant Blue - A89

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F30 Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Panel F31 Imperial Brilliant Blue - A89 is an original body component from the Side Skirts category, designed for installation on the right side of 3 Series models. Finished in the attractive Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 color, it provides an aesthetic and functional addition to the sill area, allowing for a visually consistent match with the factory BMW paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7312752-IBB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7312752
• Substitutable numbers: 51777312752, 7312752
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Imperial Blue Metallic - A89
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment

The presented side skirt has been designed specifically for the BMW F30/F31 body style, taking into account the geometry of the sills and factory mounting points. Its placement on the right side of the vehicle ensures proper alignment with the doors and fender, which translates into a stable fit and the preservation of factory body panel gaps.

The Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 color allows for a visual match to the body paint in the same shade, which reduces the need for additional paint work or simplifies the process. As a result, this component works well both for replacing a damaged side skirt and for post-accident repairs in the sill area.

Technical and functional characteristics

The side skirt serves a protective and aesthetic function in the lower part of the body, shielding the sill from minor mechanical damage and the influence of external factors. The construction is adapted to the factory BMW mounting system, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original rigidity of the connection to the bodywork.

The component has a specific weight, selected so as not to negatively affect the vehicle's weight distribution, while simultaneously ensuring adequate rigidity and resistance to deformation. Thanks to this, the side skirt handles typical operational loads in daily driving well.

Condition, origin, and benefits of use

The side skirt is a used part, which in practice means a favorable compromise between the purchase cost and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Using an OEM component allows for maintaining the structural integrity of the body and preserving the characteristic side line of the BMW.

The main advantages of using this side skirt include:

• Original fitment for the BMW F30/F31 body on the right side.
• Color consistent with Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 paint, facilitating aesthetic repair.
• Possibility of use in body and paint repairs without interfering with the sill structure.
• Maintaining the factory look of the side part of the body.

Installation recommendations and additional information

When installing the side skirt, it is recommended to use appropriate fasteners and to check the condition of the sills and adjacent body fragments. Proper seating of the skirt allows for avoiding stress and leaks, and also ensures even adhesion to the body surface.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW Side Skirts category.

For users interested in a broader context of selecting used body and suspension components, the guide article Standard vs. sports suspension – differences in construction and is it worth buying used suspension parts?, which discusses the practical aspects of operation and replacement of components in vehicles, may be helpful.