BMW F20 Side Skirt M Sport Sill Strip Cover Left N/S Alpine White 3 - 300

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F20 Side Skirt M Sport Sill Strip Cover Left N/S Alpine White 3 is an original M-line body component designed for installation on the left side of the 1 Series F20 model. Finished in the factory Alpine White 3 color, it ensures paint consistency and maintains the characteristic sporty look of the M version. This used sill strip is a practical solution for accident repairs, visual touch-ups, or restoring a vehicle to its original M Sport specification.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8056815-AW2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8056815
• Substitutable numbers: 51778056815, 8056815
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the sill strip

The left sill strip for the BMW F20 with M Sport package is responsible for the aesthetic and technical finishing of the lower part of the body side. This component:

• protects the sill area from dirt and minor mechanical damage,
• complements the sporty body line characteristic of the M package,
• ensures proper door edge alignment and a harmonious transition between the wheel arch and the sill.

Thanks to its factory design, the strip maintains the correct geometry and fit to the bodywork, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in Alpine White 3 – 300, one of the popular shades of white used by BMW. For the user, this means:

• easier matching to the existing body paint,
• the possibility of reducing the scope of paintwork when replacing a damaged strip,
• a consistent, factory-look appearance of the car after repairing the sill area.

The placement on the left side of the vehicle allows for the precise replacement of a damaged component without interfering with other M package parts.

Installation characteristics

The original BMW M Sport sill strip is designed as a body part tailored to the specific F20 generation. The construction is designed to work with factory mounting points, which in practice translates into:

• stable seating on the sill without the need for body modifications,
• proper fitment with doors and bumpers,
• preservation of the styling line characteristic of the M version.

A used body component is a good choice for repairs where compliance with the original specification and control of service costs are important.

Practical application and benefits

Replacing a damaged sill strip with an original M Sport component allows the vehicle to regain its proper appearance and functionality in the sill area. This type of element is particularly important in cars where:

• parking damage or scrapes to the lower part of the body have occurred,
• repairs after a side collision are being carried out,
• the car is being restored to its original M specification.

By maintaining the factory shape and color, the sill strip helps maintain the vehicle's value and the visual consistency of the entire styling package.

Expanding the sill area in your 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 strips, check out the available parts in the BMW Sill Strips category.

For users considering broader service work on the vehicle, including drivetrain repairs, our guide on the cost-effectiveness of using original used components may be helpful – more information can be found in the article Manual transmission failures – why an original used part is a more sensible choice than regeneration.