BMW F12 F13 Door Front Right O/S Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F12 F13 Door Front Right O/S Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. The Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic paint finish ensures visual consistency with the factory BMW color palette, facilitating professional post-accident repairs or restoration. This is an ideal solution for users who expect precise fitment and the preservation of the factory body geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7228570-RUB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7228570
• Substitutable numbers: 7228570, 41517228570
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW F12/F13

The presented front right door has been designed specifically for BMW F12 and F13 bodies, ensuring the correct side line, mounting gaps, and compatibility with factory mounting points. The placement on the vehicle covers the front passenger side, allowing the component to fit perfectly into the side body structure without the need for modifications.

The original door construction supports the proper operation of factory hinges, locks, seals, and other components mounted within the door shell, which translates into stable closing, proper rigidity, and the reduction of unwanted vibrations while driving.

Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic color – paint advantages

The door is finished in Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic – S23 / X03, characteristic of selected high-end BMW configurations. The metallic paint coating provides depth of color and an attractive play of light on the body surface, which facilitates visual matching to the vehicle's existing paintwork.

In practice, this means reducing the scope of painting work – in many cases, local correction and polishing will be sufficient, which shortens repair time and helps maintain a consistent look for the entire body. For body shops, this is a beneficial solution that speeds up the order fulfillment process.

Structural and functional characteristics

As an element from the Doors and door panels category, the product is responsible for protecting the side of the cabin, proper window guidance, and cooperation with the body sealing system. The construction intended for front right-side installation ensures:

• preservation of the factory side body structure rigidity,
• proper adhesion to pillars and sills,
• the ability to install original interior and exterior equipment components,
• proper preparation for factory passive safety systems within the door area.

Thanks to this, replacing a damaged shell with the presented component allows for restoring the correct geometry and functionality of the door zone without compromising on fitment.

Used condition and benefits of choosing OE parts

The door comes from the secondary market, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original OE quality. Compared to uncertain aftermarket replacements, a used factory component offers predictable body fitment, compliance with BMW's stylistic line, and proper material characteristics.

Choosing such a solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where both aesthetics and the preservation of the vehicle's original structural parameters are important. Used OE doors allow for limiting the scope of adjustment work, which is significant from the point of view of service time and quality.

Expanding BMW door zone repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as shells, reinforcements, or additional panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

Expert support and selection of used parts

When selecting used body elements and drivetrain components, it is worth using reliable sources of knowledge. If you are interested in how to safely and economically use OE parts from the secondary market, including drivetrain elements, the following article will be helpful: Humming differential? Find out why a used OEM drive axle is a better investment than an uncertain replacement.