Front Bumper Trim BMW F10 F11 Panel Frame Grille M Sport 8049347

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Front Bumper Trim BMW F10 F11 Panel Frame Grille M Sport is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. Engineered for the M Sport package, it ensures a cohesive, dynamic look for the front of the car and proper airflow to the bumper area and engine compartment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8049347
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8049347
• Substitutable numbers: 8049347, 51748049347
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the M Sport bumper grille

The bumper grille with air intake frame is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the front bumper and for stable airflow guidance to the radiators and components located in the front part of the body. In the M Sport version, its shape and rib division are matched to the sports bumper, which allows for maintaining the factory styling line and proper fitment with other components.

The element is mounted in the front bumper area, which is why it is important for both appearance and protecting the intake from larger road debris. A properly selected grille reduces the risk of mechanical damage to the radiators and improves airflow within the front body section.

Compatibility with BMW 5 Series F10/F11

The presented grille has been designed specifically for the BMW 5 Series F10/F11 generation with the M Sport package, which means factory-perfect fitment to the bumper shape, mounting points, and body lines. As a result, visual consistency of the vehicle's front is maintained after installation, without the need for modifications or adjustments.

Its original BMW origin translates into compliance with factory quality standards, as well as predictable performance during operation – both in terms of rigidity and resistance to typical road stresses.

Operational and installation characteristics

As a part from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, the grille with the intake frame is structurally prepared to work in demanding conditions – in an area exposed to water, salt, small stones, and variable temperatures. The appropriate profile of the ribs and frame facilitates the drainage of contaminants and limits their accumulation in critical areas.

The element is intended for installation in the front of the vehicle, in place of the factory grille. With proper selection for the specific M Sport bumper version, installation is possible using the original mounting points, which reduces labor time and minimizes the risk of leaks or looseness within the bumper area.

Condition of the element and service application

The product is offered as a used original part, which in practice means the possibility of an economical repair of the vehicle's front after a collision or operational damage, while maintaining the factory geometry and appearance of the bumper. This is a particularly beneficial solution when replacing individual components without the need to purchase a complete bumper.

The M Sport bumper grille will work well both in post-accident repairs and for visual refreshing of the front of a BMW 5 Series F10/F11, when the existing element is cracked, deformed, or heavily worn.

Body system expansion and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional grilles, reinforcements, or covers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

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