Side Skirt BMW F30 F31 M Sport Sill Strip Left N/S Alpinweiss 3 White - 300

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Skirt BMW F30 F31 M Sport Sill Strip Left N/S Alpinweiss 3 White - 300 is an original body component designed for left-side installation in 3 Series models equipped with the M Sport package. Finished in the factory Alpinweiss 3 color, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct repair of the sill area without the need for color matching. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain a consistent body appearance and proper sill geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8056579-AW2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8056579
• Substitutable numbers: 51778056579, 8056579
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Application and function in the BMW F30/F31 M Sport body

The presented sill strip is dedicated to the BMW 3 Series F30/F31 generation with the M Sport package and is mounted on the left side of the vehicle. It is responsible for covering and finishing the sill, as well as ensuring the correct flow of the side body line. Thanks to its factory profile, it ensures proper fitment to the body and compatibility with original mounting points.

Color and Alpinweiss 3 paint matching

The strip is finished in Alpinweiss 3 – 300, which allows for a uniform color match with other body components in the same shade. In practice, this reduces or completely eliminates the need for repainting, provided that the other body panels are in the same color and similar visual condition. This is a beneficial solution for accident repairs and when replacing damaged sill components.

Installation characteristics and benefits

As a part from the Sill strips group, the product has been designed for installation at the factory BMW mounting points. The appropriate shape and profile facilitate fitting to the sill and integration with other M Sport package components. A properly selected sill strip helps to:

• maintain the correct side body line,
• protect the sill area from external mechanical damage,
• preserve the consistent stylistic appearance characteristic of the M Sport version.

The used condition allows for an economical replacement of the component while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Part selection based on technical parameters

When selecting this sill strip, it is crucial to pay attention to the mounting side, paint color, and compatibility with the body version. The left-side placement and factory Alpinweiss 3 shade allow for precise matching to the specific vehicle configuration. If necessary, it is worth referring to the OEM part number or interchangeable numbers, which are detailed in the product's technical specifications.

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, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW Sill strips category.

For users interested in a broader context of selecting original body and mechanical components, including methods for searching for used OEM parts by VIN or part number, the guide article Audi five-cylinder engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to maintain it with original Audi parts may be helpful, as it discusses practical methods for verifying compatibility and comparing factory markings.