BMW E70 M Sport Bumper Splash Rear Left N/S Wheel Arch Carbon Black 8037161

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E70 M Sport Bumper Splash Rear Left N/S Wheel Arch Carbon Black is an original body component designed for the rear left section of the bumper in the BMW X5 E70 model with the M Sport package. This precisely shaped guard in Carbon Black Metallic - 416 helps maintain the stylistic consistency of the bodywork and improves protection of the rear zone against dirt and stone chips. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for accident repairs, replacing missing parts, or restoring the vehicle's factory appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8037283-CAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8037283
• Substitutable numbers: 51128037283, 8037283, 8037161
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and function of the component

The presented splash guard operates in the rear left part of the body, in the immediate vicinity of the bumper. Its function is to:

• limit the stream of water, mud, and small stones thrown by the wheel onto the bumper surface,
• stabilize airflow in the lower part of the body,
• protect the paintwork and structural elements in the rear axle zone.

Thanks to its tailored geometry and factory mounting points, the guard works with other body panels, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining proper bumper line alignment.

Color and visual fit

The element is finished in the Carbon Black Metallic - 416 shade, characteristic of many BMW configurations. This color choice:

• facilitates integration with the existing body paint without the need for immediate repainting,
• allows for reducing tonal differences in the rear zone,
• promotes maintaining a consistent, factory look of the vehicle with the M Sport package.

In the case of renovation or replacement of a single element within the rear bumper, color compatibility significantly speeds up the repair process and lowers its cost.

Installation characteristics

The splash guard is prepared for installation in the dedicated location on the vehicle, using factory mounting points. In practice, this means:

• no need for structural modifications to the bumper,
• possibility of installation in workshop or service conditions using standard tools,
• easier restoration of the original geometry of the rear zone after body and paint repairs.

The used OEM element retains its original rigidity and shape, which is important for proper adhesion to the bumper and other body panels.

Practical application and benefits

Using this guard in a BMW E70 with the M Sport package allows for an orderly completion of the rear body repair. The main benefits include:

• restoring the completeness of the bumper zone after mechanical damage or disassembly,
• limiting dirt in the wheel arch area and the lower part of the bumper,
• maintaining the factory stylistic line characteristic of the M Sport version.

This solution will work well both for accident repairs and for gradual body renovation, when the goal is to recreate the factory configuration as faithfully as possible.

Expanding the scope of repairs – BMW Splash Guards

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional guards, splash guards, or protective panels, check the available parts in the BMW Splash Guards category.

For a comparison of design solutions used in different brands and inspiration for body and suspension upgrades, you can familiarize yourself with the analysis of changes in a popular sports model – they are discussed in detail in the article Hot-hatch legend: the evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 – design changes and VW car parts.