Side Skirt BMW X5 E70 M Sport Sill Strip Right O/S Rubinschwarz Ruby Black - S23

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Skirt BMW X5 E70 M Sport Sill Strip Right O/S Rubinschwarz Ruby Black is an original M Sport body component designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory finish in Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic, it ensures a consistent look with the rest of the bodywork while maintaining the characteristic styling of the M version. This solution is intended for users who expect precise fitment, solid construction, and an aesthetic result after repair.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8037290-RUB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8037290
• Substitutable numbers: 51778037290, 8037290, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and fitment for BMW X5 E70 M Sport

The presented side skirt is dedicated to the M Sport BMW X5 E70 version and is mounted on the right side of the body. The design, based on the factory blueprint, ensures proper alignment of the side line and correct fitment with the doors and other body panels. As a result, the original geometry of the sill area is preserved after replacement, which is important for both visual and functional reasons.

Color and finish Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic

The component is finished in Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03, characteristic of selected BMW configurations. The metallic paint coating provides depth of color and harmonizes well with the styling line of the M Sport package. In practice, this means reducing the need for additional painting when matching it to a body in the same shade, which shortens repair time and facilitates visual quality control.

Characteristics of the used component

The side skirt comes from the Mudflaps category, which in this case refers to a component operating in an area particularly exposed to water, mud, and road debris. As a used part, it retains its factory geometry and mounting points, which facilitates installation in place of a damaged component. This type of solution is often chosen for post-accident repairs and when replacing corroded or mechanically damaged parts.

Benefits of using an original right side skirt

Using an original M Sport side skirt allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the entire side of the vehicle, without differences in shape or profile compared to the left side. The factory mounting points are preserved, which:

• facilitates installation without the need for structural modifications,
• reduces the risk of improper fitment with doors and wheel arches,
• supports proper drainage of water and debris from the sill area.

For the user, this means a more predictable repair result and the ability to maintain the original character of the M Sport version, which is important both aesthetically and for the potential resale of the vehicle.

Application in repairs and upgrades of the sill area

The right side skirt in Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for broader body renovation work. It can be used in:

• repairs after side collisions,
• removing the effects of corrosion in the lower part of the body,
• visual upgrades of the vehicle to M Sport specifications.

This approach allows for restoring the consistent look of the car's side and improving the protection of the sill area against external factors.

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 the available parts in the BMW Mudflaps category.

For drivers interested in comparing sports versions of different brands with standard variants, including body construction, suspension, and braking systems, the article describing the RS series may be helpful – you can find it here: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.