BMW F10 Front Bumper Trim Panel Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F10 Front Bumper Trim Panel Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. The paint in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade ensures color consistency with the factory body finish, facilitating visual matching after repairs. This is a solution for users who expect precise fitment and the preservation of the factory body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7285961-BS2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7285961
• Substitutable numbers: 51117285961, 7285961, 51117246863, 7246863
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented front bumper is designed to operate in the front zone of the BMW F10 series body. As an external component, it is responsible for:

• covering the front part of the structural frame and components located behind the bumper,
• maintaining proper aerodynamics of the vehicle's front,
• preserving the factory geometry of the body lines in the front apron area.

Its placement on the vehicle in the front area makes this component significant for both passive safety and the vehicle's aesthetics following a collision or bodywork and paint repair.

Color and visual matching

The bumper is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, characteristic of many BMW paint configurations. Thanks to this:

• it is easier to achieve a consistent visual effect with the remaining body panels,
• the scope of potential paint work is limited to corrections and shade matching,
• the characteristic metallic depth of the factory-applied paint is preserved.

Selecting a component with the same paint code is particularly beneficial for repairs where the priority is to recreate the original appearance of the vehicle as faithfully as possible.

Characteristics of the used component

As a secondary market part, the BMW F10 front bumper comes from disassembly and is intended for reinstallation after verification of its condition by the buyer. This type of component:

• enables an economical repair of the front zone without the need to purchase a new part,
• retains the original mounting geometry specific to the BMW F10,
• serves as an alternative to non-factory replacements, which may differ in fitment.

Before installation, a standard inspection of the surface and mounting points is recommended, as well as preparation for any potential paint work in accordance with workshop procedures.

Benefits of using an original BMW bumper

Using an original bumper from the Bumpers and reinforcements group in a BMW F10 translates into a number of practical benefits:

• factory fitment to the front apron structure,
• compliance with the model's stylistic lines,
• possibility of integration with other shielding and reinforcement elements within the vehicle's front area.

This solution is particularly recommended for post-accident repairs, where both correct body geometry and a consistent look of the car after the work is completed are important.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, beams, or additional reinforcements, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

For users interested in further vehicle personalization in terms of ergonomics and driving comfort, inspiration regarding interior changes – using used components – can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts.