BMW F30 F31 Side Wing Panel Fender Front Right O/S Mineral Grey Metallic - B39

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F30 F31 Side Wing Panel Fender Front Right O/S Mineral Grey Metallic - B39 is an original body component from the Front fenders category, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory-spec fitment for the BMW 3 Series F30/F31, it ensures a consistent body line, proper panel gap alignment, and correct mounting geometry. The paint in the Mineral Grey Metallic – B39 shade allows for maintaining a uniform body appearance without visual compromises.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7438440-MG2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7438440
• Substitutable numbers: 7438440, 41007438440, 9621598, 41009621598, 7298028, 41357298028
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Mineral Grau Metallic - B39
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for BMW F30/F31

The presented fender is designed as a body panel mounted on the front right side, in accordance with BMW factory mounting points. The precise edge geometry works in harmony with the hood, bumper, doors, and cowl panel, which facilitates correct gap alignment and reduces the need for additional bodywork adjustments.

Due to its construction compliant with manufacturer standards, the fender is a functional solution for both accident repairs and replacing components due to corrosion or operational damage. Compatibility with factory mounting points for liners, wheel arch covers, and components located within the wheel well is maintained.

Mineral Grey Metallic B39 color and paint aspects

The factory Mineral Grey Metallic – B39 shade is a popular, elegant color used by BMW, which effectively masks minor dirt and optically emphasizes the body lines. Using an original color on the fender allows for minimizing the scope of paintwork and facilitates visual matching with the remaining body panels.

In practice, this means the possibility of:

• minimizing shade differences between the fender and adjacent elements,
• reducing the need for painting larger surfaces,
• maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance after repair.

Operational and installation characteristics

As a body component, the fender serves a protective function for the engine bay, wheel well, and wiring routed in the front part of the vehicle. A properly selected and installed component helps limit the ingress of water, mud, and debris into critical areas, which is important for the durability of other sub-assemblies.

The product is intended for installation in place of the factory fender, using original mounting points. The appropriately selected construction facilitates the work of a body technician or mechanic, shortening the time required for fitting the element and setting the body lines. The weight specified in the technical data facilitates logistics and planning of the installation in workshop conditions.

Condition, origin, and identification parameters

The fender is offered as a used part, which is a cost-effective solution while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. The product has assigned part numbers and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific BMW F30/F31 configuration in catalogs and parts selection systems.

Additional markings, such as the SKU identifier, BMW brand, and information about the vehicle placement and color, are detailed in the technical specification, allowing for quick confirmation of the part's fitment to a specific vehicle.

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

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