BMW F21 F22 Door Front Left N/S Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X

Listing details and visual condition of the part

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

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

BMW F21 F22 Door Front Left N/S Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X in Sunset Orange Metallic – C1X is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for precise factory-standard installation. This is a solution for users looking to restore the correct body geometry and consistent appearance of the side of the vehicle following a collision or corrosion.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7298043-SOR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7298043
• Substitutable numbers: 41517298043, 7298043
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Sunset Orange Metallic - C1X
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW F21/F22

The offered item is a complete front driver-side door, dedicated to the BMW F21/F22 series. The construction is based on the manufacturer's original design, ensuring that the correct mounting points for hinges, locks, and window guides are maintained. This fitment facilitates installation and allows for maintaining proper gaps between the fender, rocker panel, and A-pillar, which is important for both the aesthetics and aerodynamics of the bodywork.

Sunset Orange Metallic – C1X color and the benefits of a factory finish

The door is finished in the factory Sunset Orange Metallic – C1X color, characteristic of more modern BMW configurations. The metallic coating provides an attractive play of light on the door contours while simultaneously reducing the scope of paint work required – in many cases, color matching and polishing the blending zones with adjacent panels is sufficient. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs where time and cost control are essential.

Technical and functional characteristics

The front left door is designed as a structural element of the side body, working in conjunction with factory rocker and pillar reinforcements. The appropriate structural rigidity contributes to:

• proper operation of the lock and closing mechanism,
• stable window movement within the guides,
• maintaining the integrity of the seals around the door perimeter.

The original geometry of the panel makes it easier to align the door with the body, which is crucial for eliminating rattles, leaks, and unwanted wind noise when driving at higher speeds.

Condition, application, and installation recommendations

The item comes from disassembly and is offered as a used part, which allows you to combine original build quality with a more cost-effective repair. Before installation, a standard inspection of the edges and mounting points is recommended, as well as preparing the surface for new seals and accessories. Replacing the door is particularly recommended when:

• the existing panel is severely deformed after a collision,
• there is extensive corrosion in the lower sections and along the edges,
• bodywork repair of the old component would be unprofitable or technically difficult.

Professional installation allows you to restore the correct side line of the body while maintaining the factory character of the vehicle.

Expanding the door zone in your BMW

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 skins, reinforcements, or additional panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

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