BMW E90 E91 LCI Cover Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Le Mans Blue Metallic - 381

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 E91 LCI Cover Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Le Mans Blue Metallic is an original side sill strip designed for installation on the driver's side. The component has been factory-fitted to the 3 Series LCI (facelift) body, ensuring a consistent bodywork appearance and proper alignment of the side profile. This is a practical solution for replacing a damaged sill or for visually refreshing the vehicle in the original Le Mans Blue Metallic paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0037059-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0037059
• Substitutable numbers: 51770037059, 0037059, 51777202651, 7202651
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series

The presented side sill strip has been designed specifically for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI (facelift) models, intended for the left side of the vehicle. This means that the geometry, mounting points, and edge profile are consistent with the manufacturer's factory specifications, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original BMW side line without the need for modifications.

The component belongs to the Side Sill Strips category, responsible for protecting the sill area and providing an aesthetic finish to the lower part of the vehicle's side. Using an original strip from the same model series minimizes the risk of poor fitment and leaks around the mounting points.

Le Mans Blue Metallic color – consistency with factory paint

The strip is finished in Le Mans Blue Metallic - 381, characteristic of BMW's sporty configurations. This allows for maintaining a uniform paint shade along the entire length of the vehicle's side when replacing a damaged component, reducing the need for additional painting or color matching.

The metallic paint coating provides an attractive visual effect in both daylight and artificial light, while fitting well into the 3 Series design language. For users who pay attention to detail, this is a practical way to maintain a consistent body appearance after bodywork and paint repairs.

Technical characteristics and installation

The side sill strip is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory BMW mounting layout. The design of the component allows for the use of original mounting points on the body, which facilitates work for the workshop and shortens the replacement time. The product has a specific weight, which is important when planning transport and selecting the method of installation and securing during work.

As a used part, the side sill strip represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the original manufacturer's specification. In practice, this means the ability to restore the correct appearance and function of the sill area without having to resort to aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing a damaged side sill strip with an original component in Le Mans Blue Metallic is particularly beneficial in situations where:

• mechanical damage has occurred in the lower part of the vehicle's side (scratches, cracks, deformations),
• it is necessary to restore a consistent body appearance after bodywork repairs,
• the user wants to maintain the original character of the BMW color version without additional painting,
• maintaining the factory profile and sill line is important.

By using an original side sill strip, you can accurately recreate the factory fitment of side components, which is significant both aesthetically and functionally (protecting the lower part of the body from dirt and minor damage).

Expanding the BMW sill area upgrade

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, trims, or additional strips, check out the available parts in the BMW Side Sill Strips category.

Why consider original used components

In the case of body components such as side sill strips, original used parts often provide better fitment than aftermarket replacements while maintaining a favorable cost level. It is worth paying attention to color compatibility, body version, and the side of installation to avoid additional adaptation work.

For users interested in a broader context of using original used parts instead of refurbishment, an article discussing the economic and technical aspects of such a choice may be helpful – more information can be found in the material on the advantages of original used components over refurbishment.