Side Skirt BMW F20 M Sport Sill Strip Cover Right O/S Alpine White - 300

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Skirt BMW F20 M Sport Sill Strip Cover Right O/S Alpine White - 300 is an original body component designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. It ensures a consistent, factory-spec look for the sill area and maintains the correct side body line for the sporty M Sport version. Thanks to its compatibility with the factory Alpine White 3 paint, this component allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged sill strip.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8056816-AW1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8056816
• Substitutable numbers: 51778056816, 8056816
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the component

This right side sill strip is dedicated to the BMW F20 series body in the M Sport package and is an integral part of the side sill trim. It is responsible for shielding the lower part of the bodywork, smoothing airflow along the side of the car, and maintaining the characteristic sporty body line. Precise fitment to the sill geometry facilitates installation and reduces the risk of stress on the bodywork.

Color and paint matching

The strip comes with a factory finish in Alpine White 3, allowing for a uniform paint surface without the need for additional painting when properly matched to the vehicle. Using the original shade of white makes it easier to maintain visual consistency with other body components, especially in the sill area, which is highly visually exposed in M Sport versions.

Technical characteristics and installation

The component is designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory mounting layout in the BMW F20 M Sport. The construction of the strip is prepared to work with the original mounting points in the sill, which allows for installation without interfering with the body structure. The properly selected weight of the component promotes the maintenance of correct load distribution in the side zone and does not negatively affect the suspension performance characteristics.

Use in repairs and restoration

This type of sill strip is suitable for both post-accident repairs and visual restoration of the bodywork in a BMW F20 M Sport. It enables the restoration of the factory look of the side of the car, limiting the need for extensive body and paint work. The original origin of the component promotes proper fitment with bumpers, wheel arches, and other components of the M Sport package.

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 side sill strips category.

For users interested in selecting used OEM components by catalog numbers and the principles of verifying compatibility for more advanced repair projects, the article describing a practical approach to parts selection may be helpful – you can find it here: Audi five-cylinder engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to take care of it with original Audi parts.