BMW F45 Door Entrance Cover Rear Right O/S Inner Trim Strip Sill Black 7298842

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F45 Door Entrance Cover Rear Right O/S Inner Trim Strip Sill Black is an original trim component for the door sill area, designed for installation on the rear right side of the vehicle body. The black color of the trim ensures a consistent look with the factory interior and exterior finish, while the precise fit for the specific BMW F45 body version guarantees secure mounting. It is a practical solution that protects the door sill from mechanical damage and improves the aesthetics of the rear cabin entrance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7298842-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7298842
• Substitutable numbers: 51477298842, 7298842, 7354160, 51477354160
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the door sill trim

The presented door sill cover has been designed specifically for BMW F45 series models, taking into account the geometry of the rear right side of the body. The component serves a protective function – it reduces the risk of paint abrasion, scratches, and minor mechanical damage in an area that is heavily used when passengers enter and exit the vehicle. At the same time, it provides an aesthetic finish to the door sill edge, organizing the visual line of the lower part of the door opening.

The trim belongs to the Claddings, decorative strips, and trims group, allowing it to harmoniously combine utility with the preservation of the factory character of the BMW interior and exterior. The black surface effectively masks typical operational dirt, which makes it easier to keep the door sill area in well-maintained condition.

Construction, color, and fit for the BMW F45

The door sill cover has been prepared as a component dedicated to a specific location on the vehicle – rear, right side. This design orientation translates into proper adhesion to the bodywork and stable support at the factory mounting points. As a result, installation is straightforward, without the need for body modifications.

The black color of the trim is neutral and technical, allowing for seamless integration with both dark and light interior finish variants. In practice, this means that the element does not visually dominate but discreetly complements the line of the door sills, maintaining the stylistic consistency characteristic of BMW. This type of solution is particularly beneficial in vehicles used daily, where visual resistance to dirt and signs of wear is important.

Benefits of using an original BMW trim

Choosing an original door sill trim for the BMW F45 brings a number of practical advantages, important from both a utility and service point of view:

• secure fit for the specific model and body version,
• preservation of the factory door sill line and stylistic consistency,
• protection of the door sill area against typical mechanical damage,
• easier maintenance of cleanliness in the rear cabin entrance area,
• possibility of seamless replacement of a damaged component without interfering with the body structure.

The product comes from the BMW range, which in practice means compliance with the brand's factory design and assembly standards. For the user, this translates into predictable performance of the component during operation and no need to adjust aftermarket replacements with uncertain geometry.

Operational characteristics and condition of the component

The door sill trim is offered as a used part, which allows for economical repair or replacement of a missing element in the vehicle while maintaining the original specification. This type of solution is particularly beneficial in the case of post-accident repairs, body restoration, or returning a car to a near-factory state after long-term use.

Due to its dedicated placement in the rear, right part of the vehicle, the trim will work well both as a replacement for a damaged cover and as a supplementary element in case of shortages after previous body and paint repairs. Maintaining the original door sill construction is important not only for aesthetic reasons but also for practical ones – it facilitates daily use of the vehicle and reduces the risk of further damage in this area.

Expanding the door sill area and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door 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 Claddings, decorative strips, and trims category.

For visual or functional modification projects where you use second-hand elements, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding the selection and installation of used components – you will find them in the article Tuning with used parts – how to gain performance without spending a fortune, which discusses a safe approach to vehicle modernization using proven sub-assemblies.