BMW 1 Series 3 E87 E87N M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Le Mans Blue

BMW 1 Series 3 E87 E87N M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Le Mans Blue is an original body component from the Sill strips category, designed for installation on the right side of 1 Series models. Finished in the characteristic Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 color, it allows for maintaining the stylistic consistency of the factory M Sport package and restoring the aesthetics and functionality of the sill area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0033556-LMB3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51770033556-LMB1
• Substitutable numbers: 51770033556, 0033556
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment for BMW E87

The presented sill strip is a factory BMW body component, designed specifically for versions with the M Sport package on the E87 body. The design of the strip is matched to the geometry of the sill on the right side, which ensures proper adhesion to the bodywork and compatibility with factory mounting points. As a result, installation is straightforward and does not require structural modifications.

Its original BMW origin ensures the maintenance of the correct body line, consistent with the M Sport design. The component is prepared to work with factory covers and other sill components, which facilitates its integration with the vehicle's existing side structure.

Technical characteristics and color

The strip was manufactured as a body component intended for use in the lower side area, which is exposed to dirt and minor operational damage. The profile of the strip is shaped to cover the edge of the sill while emphasizing the sporty body line characteristic of the M Sport package.

The Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 color is a factory BMW paint with a metallic structure, which ensures visual consistency with other body elements in this shade. Using the original color allows you to avoid tonal differences typical of non-factory replacements and makes it easier to maintain a uniform appearance of the entire side of the vehicle.

Condition, function, and use in repairs

The item is offered as a used part, which in practice means a real opportunity for an economical repair of the sill area while maintaining the original BMW specification. This type of component is suitable both for replacing a damaged strip after a collision or scrape, and for restoring the completeness of the factory M Sport package after previous modifications.

Replacing the sill strip allows you to:

• restore the correct shape and side line of the body,
• reduce the visibility of previous damage in the lower part of the door and sill,
• maintain visual consistency with other elements of the M Sport package,
• protect the sill edge from further mechanical damage.

Benefits of using an original BMW sill strip

Using an original sill strip in Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 allows you to maintain factory fitment and the characteristic look of the M Sport version. This solution is particularly beneficial for users who care about maintaining the vehicle's value, compliance with service documentation, and no compromises regarding the fit of body components.

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

Additional information and support in choosing

When selecting body components for a BMW E87 with the M Sport package, it is worth paying attention to the body version compatibility, the side of installation, and the paint color. In case of doubts regarding vehicle configuration, comparing the shape and mountings with the currently installed strip on the opposite side may be helpful.

If you want to better understand how to effectively select original used body components and other consumables for popular car models, check out our guide: The best used car parts – a guide to the most frequently chosen original parts.