BMW E81 E82 E88 Side Skirt Sill Strip Left N/S Spacegrau Grey Metallic - A52

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E81 E82 E88 Side Skirt Sill Strip Left N/S Spacegrau Grey Metallic is an original sill strip designed for factory installation on the 1 Series body. This component provides an aesthetic finish to the lower side of the vehicle and offers stable protection for the sill area against operational damage. Thanks to its precise fit to the BMW design, it ensures a cohesive look and maintains the original body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036143-SCG2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036143
• Substitutable numbers: 51770036143, 0036143, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the component

The presented BMW E81 E82 E88 Side Skirt Sill Strip Left N/S Spacegrau Grey Metallic is designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. It is responsible for shielding the lower part of the bodywork, improving aerodynamics, and visually lowering the car's profile. The design is engineered for factory mounting points, allowing for installation without interfering with the body structure.

The component belongs to the Side Skirts category, making it a perfect fit for the factory concept of protecting and finishing the sill area in BMW 1 Series hatchback and convertible models.

Color and visual fit

The strip is finished in Spacegrau Metallic A52, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. The metallic coating ensures consistency with the factory body paint in this color, which reduces the need for additional painting when replacing the component on vehicles of the same shade.

Choosing the correct color for the sill strip is both aesthetically and practically important – it allows for a uniform appearance of the vehicle's side, without tonal differences or additional finishing work. This is particularly important for accident repairs and visual restoration of the car.

Technical characteristics and installation

The original BMW sill strip design was developed for stable mounting at factory body points. The component is prepared for installation on the left side, which eliminates the risk of improper fitment with the doors and other side panels.

The product has a specific weight, selected to maintain proper durability parameters while reducing mass in the lower part of the body. As a result, the strip does not negatively affect the vehicle's weight distribution, while simultaneously providing adequate rigidity and resistance to typical operational loads.

Condition and service application

The sill strip is offered as a used original BMW component, which allows for economical repair while maintaining factory geometry and fitment quality. Such components are frequently used by body shops and services specializing in the BMW brand, especially during repairs of side body zones.

Replacing the sill strip is recommended, among other things, after mechanical damage, parking scrapes, or interference with the sill area during bodywork repairs. Using an original component reduces fitting time and ensures a predictable final result.

Support with selection and additional information

Selecting the right sill strip for a specific BMW 1 Series body version should always be based on vehicle data and catalog numbers, which minimizes the risk of ordering errors. If necessary, it is helpful to compare the shape and mounting points with the component currently installed in the car.

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 strips, check the available parts in the BMW Side Skirts category.

When purchasing used body parts online, it is worth following proven verification and selection procedures – practical tips can be found in the guide Safe purchase of used car parts online – a step-by-step guide, prepared for drivers and workshops.