BMW F10 F11 Outside Door Handle Front Left N/S Sophistograu Grey Metallic A90

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F10 F11 Outside Door Handle Front Left N/S Sophistograu Grey Metallic A90 is an original body component from the Door handles group, designed for installation on the driver's side. Precise fitment to the body lines of the 5 Series F10/F11 and the factory Sophistograu Grey Metallic paint finish ensure a cohesive, aesthetic appearance and maintain the vehicle's factory character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7175649-SOP
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7175649
• Substitutable numbers: 51217175649, 7175649, 51217300323, 7300323, 51212219937, 2219937, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Sophistograu Grey Metallic - A90
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented handle is designed for installation on the front left door of the BMW 5 Series F10/F11. The construction based on the original BMW design guarantees proper fitment with the door panel, correct operation of the opening mechanism, and compatibility with original mounting elements and body seals.

The positioning on the driver's side allows for direct replacement of a damaged or worn handle without the need for modifying the door structure. This makes the service process predictable and minimizes the risk of installation issues.

Sophistograu Grey Metallic A90 color and finish

The handle comes factory-painted in the Sophistograu Grey Metallic A90 shade, characteristic of many BMW 5 Series F10/F11 configurations. The metallic paint coating ensures consistency with the original body paint, which in practice reduces or eliminates the need for repainting the component after installation (provided the color matches the vehicle).

Such a solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs and when replacing individual body parts, where maintaining a uniform tone and paint structure across the entire vehicle surface is important.

Functional characteristics and installation

As a component from the Door handles group, the product is responsible for the proper, convenient opening of the door from the outside and stable load transfer resulting from daily use. The handle construction is prepared to work with the factory lock mechanism and linkages, which facilitates installation in service conditions.

The used nature of the part means that the item comes from dismantling while maintaining functionality suitable for further use. This solution allows for economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original BMW specification, without the need to use replacements with uncertain fitment.

Application in BMW F10/F11 repairs and restoration

Replacing the front left outside door handle is a typical operation during repairs after side collisions, parking damage, or mechanical wear of the component. Using an original handle in Sophistograu Grey Metallic A90 allows you to:

• maintain visual consistency of the body without visible differences in paint shade,
• preserve factory lines and door geometry,
• minimize the time required for adjusting and regulating the opening mechanism.

For body shops and independent service centers, this is a practical solution that speeds up the repair process and limits the risk of complaints related to component mismatch.

Expanding the scope of repairs – BMW door handles

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as external handles, lock cylinders, or additional door operating components, check the available parts in the BMW door handles category.

More about the use of used parts

If you are interested in the broader context of using used components in premium cars and want to learn practical tips regarding the selection and installation of such elements, it is worth reading the article Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without losing quality, which discusses the approach to repairs using dismantled components.