BMW 7 Series E66 Long Door Sill Cover Skirt Left N/S Black Sapphire - 475

BMW 7 Series E66 Long Door Sill Cover Skirt Left N/S Black Sapphire is an original body component designed for installation on the left side of the luxury 7 Series E66. Finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, this sill cover helps maintain visual consistency with the factory paintwork and restores the aesthetics of the sill area. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore the vehicle's factory appearance in an organized manner using a used part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0395479-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0395479
• Substitutable numbers: 51710395479, 0395479
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment for the BMW 7 Series E66

The presented sill cover has been designed specifically for the 7 Series E66 and is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory profile and precise shape, it ensures proper adhesion to the sill and compatibility with original mounting points. Using a component from the same model line allows for maintaining proper alignment with the doors, seals, and other body components.

Color and finish Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

The sill cover is finished in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade, which allows for an aesthetic match to bodywork painted in the same color. The metallic paint structure ensures a consistent visual appearance with the remaining body panels, reducing the need for additional paint work or its scope. This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs and when replacing individual body components.

Protective and functional role of the sill cover

The sill cover plays an important protective role in the cabin entry area. It protects the sill against typical operational damage, such as:

• abrasions resulting from entering and exiting the vehicle,
• minor impacts from footwear or luggage,
• scratches occurring during daily use.

Additionally, this element visually organizes the line of the lower part of the body, improving the overall aesthetic perception of the vehicle. Using an original sill cover allows for maintaining the stylistic consistency characteristic of the 7 Series E66.

Characteristics of the used part

As a used part, the sill cover represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the vehicle's original specifications. The item comes from dismantling, which means it has been used previously but is still suitable for further use in accordance with its purpose. Such components are frequently chosen for repairs where maintaining the factory origin of the part while optimizing the budget is key.

To maximize the potential of parts from dismantling, it is worth using appropriate cleaning, protection, and installation procedures. Practical tips in this regard can be found in the article How to extend the life of used car parts?, which describes proven methods for maintaining body elements and other sub-assemblies.

Application in BMW sill area repairs

The left-side sill cover will work well both for local post-collision repairs and for gradual body restoration. It can be used as a replacement for a damaged element or as a supplement to a missing sill cover. Thanks to its factory fitment, it facilitates the restoration of the correct visual geometry of the lower part of the body, which is important both for daily use and when preparing the car for sale.

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 moldings, check the available parts in the BMW Sill Covers category.