BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Right O/S Side Sill Skirt Kick Panel Oxford Green 430

BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Right O/S Side Sill Skirt Kick Panel Oxford Green 430 is an original body component from the Side Skirts group, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory Oxford Green Metallic - 430 color, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of a damaged sill without the need for adjusting shape or geometry. This used OEM component is a sensible solution for accident repairs, restoration, or refreshing the side body area of a BMW E46.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9071632-OXF
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9071632
• Substitutable numbers: 51719071632, 9071632
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Oxfordgruen Metallic - 430
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the side sill skirt

The described side sill skirt is dedicated for installation on the right side of the BMW E46 body, ensuring proper coverage and finishing of the sill area. This component is responsible for:

• aesthetically closing the lower edge of the bodywork,
• protecting the sill from minor mechanical damage,
• maintaining a consistent side body line between the wheel arches.

Thanks to its factory geometry, the skirt maintains proper fitment with the doors, wheel arches, and other body panels, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork adjustments.

Oxford Green Metallic - 430 color and visual matching

The factory Oxford Green Metallic - 430 color is a characteristic metallic shade used by BMW, which blends well with the E46 body line. Using a skirt in the same color allows you to:

• maintain visual consistency of the vehicle's side,
• minimize the scope of any potential paintwork,
• preserve the original character of the body finish.

For many BMW E46 users, especially during restorations and post-collision repairs, a used component in the correct color is a practical compromise between cost and maintaining the factory look.

Installation characteristics and application

The side sill skirt is designed for installation at factory mounting points in the sill area on the right side. Its original BMW origin helps maintain proper rigidity and fit to the body structure. In practice, this means:

• easier alignment of gaps between body panels,
• proper adhesion to the sill and lower door edges,
• the ability to use standard mounting solutions.

The used condition of the component is a good choice for maintenance repairs when functionality, correct fitment, and compliance with the vehicle's original construction are the priority.

Why choose an original BMW side sill skirt

In the case of the BMW E46 body, using an original right-side sill skirt allows you to maintain the factory lines and proportions of the bodywork. The main advantages of this solution include:

• factory fitment for the BMW E46 model,
• preservation of the original visual characteristics thanks to the Oxford Green Metallic - 430 color,
• the possibility of economical repair using a used OEM component.

For users who care about the technical correctness of repairs and a consistent look of the side body area, such a side sill skirt is a practical and functional choice.

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 moldings, check out the available parts in the BMW Side Skirts category.

If you are considering whether refurbished or used parts are better for the body area, it is worth reading the practical tips in the article Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repairs?, which discusses the differences between these solutions using popular BMW components as examples.