Side Skirt BMW E87 LCI Sill Strip Left N/S Patagonia Green Metallic - A71

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Skirt BMW E87 LCI Sill Strip Left N/S Patagonia Green Metallic - A71 is an original body component from the Sill strips category, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. The part in Patagonia Green Metallic - A71 color allows for an aesthetically and technically correct restoration of the sill line, maintaining the factory character of the BMW 1 Series LCI (Life Cycle Impulse) model. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for accident repairs, visual corrections, and restoring the original appearance of the bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036145-PTG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036145
• Substitutable numbers: 51770036145, 0036145
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Patagoniagruen Metallic - A71
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the sill component

The left-side sill cover plays an important protective and aesthetic role in the lower part of the BMW E87 LCI body. It is responsible for:

• protecting the sill area against dirt and minor mechanical damage,
• maintaining the continuity of the side body line,
• fitting the factory mounting points on the body,
• visual consistency with other side panel elements.

Thanks to its factory geometry, the strip ensures proper fitment with the doors and adjacent panels, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Color and paint matching

The element is finished in Patagonia Green Metallic - A71, characteristic of selected BMW 1 Series configurations. The metallic paint coating ensures consistency with the factory color palette, which facilitates:

• selecting the appropriate technology for potential paint refreshment,
• limiting the scope of paint work when replacing a damaged strip,
• maintaining a uniform appearance of the entire side of the vehicle.

When installed on a car with the same paint code, it is possible to maintain high visual consistency without the need for full repainting of the entire sill area.

Installation characteristics

The cover has been designed as an element dedicated to the specific generation of the BMW E87 LCI, intended for the left side of the vehicle. This means that:

• the arrangement of mounting points corresponds to the factory holes and clips in the body,
• the profile of the strip is matched to the shape of the sill and the lower part of the door,
• installation can be carried out using standard service techniques.

Such a solution allows for efficient replacement of a damaged element without interfering with the sill structure or the need for body modifications.

Part condition and service application

The offered sill strip is a used original BMW component, which provides a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining factory build quality. This type of component is particularly suitable for:

• accident repairs of the side body section,
• visual renovation of the vehicle after operational damage,
• restoring the original appearance of the car after unprofessional modifications.

By maintaining the original geometry and construction, the strip allows for the preservation of the correct sill line and proper fitment with other body elements.

Support in choosing parts and additional information

When selecting body parts for a BMW, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the generation, body version, and installation side to avoid fitment issues. If you have any doubts regarding the use of used components in repairs and renovations, guide materials may be helpful – you can find more on this topic in the article Car parts – new or used? We compare costs, quality, and durability.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization 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 Sill strips category.