Side Panel BMW F30 F31 Wing Fender Front Right O/S Liquid Blue Metallic - B40

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Panel BMW F30 F31 Wing Fender Front Right O/S Liquid Blue Metallic - B40 is an original body component from the Front fenders group, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle's front section. Thanks to its factory shape and precise profile, it ensures proper alignment of the body lines and a consistent appearance with the remaining body panels in the distinctive Liquid Blue Metallic - B40 color.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7438440-LBL
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7438440
• Substitutable numbers: 7438440, 41007438440, 9621598, 41009621598, 7298028, 41357298028
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Liquid Blue Metallic - B40
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for BMW F30 / F31

The presented fender is designed specifically for BMW 3 Series F30/F31 generation models, intended for the front right side of the vehicle. The appropriate contours, assembly lines, and mounting points are consistent with the manufacturer's factory specifications, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining proper fitment with the hood, bumper, and doors.

Its placement on the front right part of the body means this component is responsible for protecting the wheel arch structure and aesthetically completing the side body line. By maintaining the original geometry, the fender works with factory mounts and covers without the need for structural modifications.

Liquid Blue Metallic - B40 color

The factory color Liquid Blue Metallic - B40 is a distinctive metallic shade of blue, often found on BMW F30 and F31 models. Using an original paint finish in this color often allows for limiting paint work to potential touch-ups only, which reduces repair time and can lower costs.

The metallic structure of the paint ensures visual consistency with other body elements in the same shade, and the proper surface preparation by the manufacturer allows for any necessary paint corrections to be performed according to BMW technology.

Characteristics of the used component

The fender comes from the secondary market, meaning it is a used part that retains its structural and assembly functionality. Such components often represent a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original quality characteristic of the BMW brand.

Choosing a used fender from this group allows for maintaining the factory character of the body while reducing expenses compared to new parts. For many users, this is a practical solution for post-accident repairs or visual corrections in the area of the right front wheel arch.

Application in body repairs

This element is suitable for both post-collision repairs and replacing a fender due to corrosion or wear-related damage. Thanks to the factory profile, it is possible to restore the original body geometry in the front right part of the vehicle, which is important for both aesthetics and the proper installation of adjacent components.

In practice, installing such a fender allows you to:

• restore the continuity of the side body line in F30/F31 models,
• maintain compatibility with factory wheel arch covers and mounts,
• limit the scope of bodywork to replacing the element and adjusting the gaps.

Completing the BMW wheel arch zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front wheel arch zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional wheel arch panels, inner covers, or other fenders, check the available parts in the BMW Front fenders category.

Why consider a used BMW fender

For many users, choosing a used body component is a conscious decision that combines economic aspects with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. A properly selected front right fender in Liquid Blue Metallic - B40 allows for effective repair without the need to resort to replacements with uncertain fitment.

If you want to learn more about the specifics of the second-hand parts market and dispel common doubts regarding their quality, it is worth reading the article Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know, which organizes the most important information on this topic.