BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Entrance Kick Door Sill Cover Rear Left N/S 7172291

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Entrance Kick Door Sill Cover Rear Left N/S is an original body component designed for installation in the rear left door sill area. Thanks to its factory-spec fitment, it ensures a consistent look for the side body line and proper alignment of seals and upholstery edges. This is a practical solution for users who want to technically correctly complete or replace a damaged door sill cover in their BMW.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7172291
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7172291
• Substitutable numbers: 51477172291, 7172291
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented door sill cover is designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, on the left side. Its placement in the sill area means this component is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower door frame edge and protects the sill against typical operational damage, such as scuffs caused by passengers entering and exiting the vehicle.

The dedicated body placement minimizes the risk of installation issues and allows for maintaining proper alignment with adjacent body panels and interior elements.

Technical and functional characteristics

As an original component for the BMW E60/E61 LCI (facelift) series, the door sill cover has been designed to maintain factory assembly tolerances. Its properly shaped profile enables:

• proper adhesion to the sill and the lower part of the pillar,
• stable mounting at factory body points,
• consistent connection with side upholstery and door seals.

Such a solution allows for maintaining the correct geometry of the sill area, which is important both for user comfort and for subsequent service or paint work.

Benefits of using an original door sill cover

Using an original door sill cover in a BMW E60/E61 LCI provides a number of practical benefits:

• Factory fitment – no need for modifications, drilling additional holes, or adjusting the shape.
• Consistent body aesthetics – maintaining the original side line and the look of the rear entry area.
• Sill protection – an additional barrier against minor mechanical damage during daily use.
• Easier diagnostics and service – the component is compliant with BMW service documentation, facilitating workshop tasks.

For users who care about the visual and technical condition of their vehicle, choosing such a component is a practical and predictable solution in terms of installation.

Component condition and practical application

The door sill cover comes from a used vehicle, which allows for maintaining a favorable balance between purchase cost and functionality. This type of component is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, replacing missing covers after bodywork, or during the gradual restoration of the sill area in a BMW 5 Series E60/E61 LCI.

Choosing an original, used door sill cover is often a more predictable solution than aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment, especially when you want to preserve the vehicle's factory character.

Related components and technical knowledge

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 moldings, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

To compare design solutions used in different brands and equipment versions, and to better understand the differences in manufacturers' approaches to body and chassis components, it is worth checking out the comparative material regarding sports models – you can find it in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.