BMW E60 E61 M Sport Door Sill Cover Skirt Left N/S Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381

BMW E60 E61 M Sport Door Sill Cover Skirt Left N/S Le Mans Blau Metallic in Le Mans Blau Metallic is an original side skirt cover designed for installation on the driver's side. This component is an essential addition to the M package, improving both the protection of the lower body and the visual consistency of the car's entire side profile.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0396899-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Substitutable numbers: 51710396899, 0396899, 51777896837, 7896837
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and function of the component

The described side skirt cover has been designed specifically for BMW 5 Series E60/E61 models with the M Sport package, intended for the left side of the body. Its purpose is to protect the lower edge of the bodywork from dirt and mechanical damage, while maintaining the characteristic, sporty side line typical of M versions.

Thanks to the factory profile and appropriate shaping, the component ensures proper drainage of water and debris from under the wheels, which supports the protection of the paintwork and the structure of the sills. This solution is particularly important in daily use, especially on roads with poor surfaces.

Color and visual fit

The cover is finished in the factory color Le Mans Blau Metallic, characteristic of BMW's sporty configurations. The metallic paint coating ensures consistency with the original body paint, which allows for avoiding shade differences and additional painting when the paint code is correctly matched.

Precise color matching is not only aesthetically important but also affects the vehicle's value – replacing a damaged sill trim with an original, color-matched component allows for maintaining a uniform appearance of the entire bodywork.

Installation and technical aspects

The M Sport side skirt cover is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle, which facilitates the identification of the correct component when selecting parts. The design provided by the manufacturer allows for installation into factory mounting points, without the need for body modifications.

The component has a specific weight, optimized for stiffness and durability, so as not to excessively burden the structure, while ensuring adequate resistance to daily use. As a part from the Mudflaps category, it serves a protective function for the lower body zone, limiting the impact of water, mud, and small stones thrown from under the wheels.

Product characteristics and condition

The offered item is an original BMW part, which translates into proper fitment with the bodywork and compatibility with factory mounts. As a used part, it is a cost-effective solution for users looking for original components at a reasonable price, while maintaining appropriate technical parameters.

The product has assigned part numbers and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates the verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle configuration. This makes it possible to precisely match the component to a given BMW E60/E61 with the M Sport package.

Matching by numbers and additional support

When selecting body components, especially in a specific paint color, it is crucial to check compatibility by part numbers and paint code. In case of doubts regarding compatibility with a given BMW unit, it is worth using the OEM numbers and interchangeable numbers assigned to this side skirt cover.

To better understand how to safely verify component compatibility by numbers and paint codes, a guide describing practical methods for checking parts for BMW and other brands may be helpful – you can find it in the article Buying parts online without risk – 5 proven ways to verify component compatibility.

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 trims, check the available parts in the BMW Mudflaps category.