BMW E81 Side Skirt E82 E88 M Sport Sill Strip Cover Right O/S Le Mans Blau - 381

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E81 Side Skirt E82 E88 M Sport Sill Strip Cover Right O/S Le Mans Blau is an original body component from the M Sport package, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. Thanks to the factory paint finish in Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 and precise fitment to the body sills, this part allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged component. It is a solution for users who expect a consistent look and proper geometry of the sill area in their BMW 1 Series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0034732-LMB8
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0034732
• Substitutable numbers: 51770034732, 0034732, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The described side skirt is dedicated to BMW 1 Series E81 models and is also structurally related to E82 and E88 versions equipped with the M Sport package. The component is mounted on the right side of the body and serves as an external sill cover, working in conjunction with the doors and the lower part of the side panel. It is responsible for protecting the sill area from dirt and minor mechanical damage, while simultaneously giving the body a characteristic, sporty profile typical of the M Sport line.

Color and visual fitment

The strip is factory-painted in Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381, which allows for maintaining a uniform paint tone along the entire length of the vehicle's side. The metallic structure of the coating blends well with the body contours, emphasizing the sill line and visually lowering the car's silhouette. For BMW owners who want to maintain the original appearance of the vehicle after body and paint repairs, using this strip reduces the need for additional color matching over a large surface area.

Construction and installation in the sill area

The side skirt has been designed as a body component that works with the factory mounting points on the BMW E81/E82/E88 chassis. The appropriately shaped profile ensures proper adhesion to the sill and correct alignment with the door edge and the lower part of the fenders. As a result, the continuity of the side line is maintained after installation, and the gaps between elements remain consistent with factory specifications.

In practice, this means that with a properly prepared body surface, the strip can be installed while maintaining the original geometry, which is important both for aesthetics and for protecting the sill against external factors. The component belongs to the Doors and door panels group, which is why it works directly with the lower edge of the door and the sealing in this area.

Condition and use in repairs

The offered side skirt is a used part, which makes it an attractive solution for accident or restoration repairs where combining original construction with cost control is essential. A used body component allows for maintaining the factory shapes and the character of the side line, while limiting the scope of work related to fitting aftermarket parts with different geometry.

Due to its purpose, the strip will work well both for local replacement of a damaged sill and for broader bodywork involving the entire right side of the vehicle. A properly selected M Sport package component allows for maintaining the stylistic consistency of the car, especially in the case of models factory-equipped with sports bumpers and widened sills.

Integration with other BMW body components

The side skirt works with other components of the side body, such as door panels, fenders, and lower covers. In vehicles with the M Sport package, it is important for maintaining proper transitions between aerodynamic elements, which affects the final visual effect. For body and paint workshops as well as individual users, using an original strip makes it easier to achieve even gaps and repeatable installation after any intervention in the sill area.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

When planning broader service work, it is also worth reading the advice on selecting used mechanical components – you will find helpful information in the article Used gearbox – when is it worth it and what you need to remember, which discusses the practical aspects of choosing parts from the secondary market.