BMW E87 Cover Column B-Pillar Door Rear Right O/S Black Trim Strip 7068102

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E87 Cover Column B-Pillar Door Rear Right O/S Black Trim Strip is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear right side of the vehicle. The black pillar trim provides an aesthetic finish to the door edge and stable coverage for a critical section of the bodywork, supporting proper seal alignment and limiting the ingress of contaminants.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7068102
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7068102
• Substitutable numbers: 51347068102, 7068102
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The presented pillar trim has been designed specifically for BMW E87 series models and is mounted on the rear part of the body on the right side. As a door and pillar assembly component, it is responsible for:

• protecting the pillar structure and door edge from minor mechanical damage,
• orderly routing of seals and finishes in the side body zone,
• completing the styling line of the side bodywork.

Thanks to its fitment for a specific body generation, the correct mounting gaps are maintained, which facilitates proper alignment with other door panels.

Color and visual fit

The black color of the trim allows for a cohesive connection with factory pillar and door frame finishes, regardless of the body paint color. This type of finish:

• masks minor dirt typical for operation in the sill and pillar zone,
• facilitates integration with other black elements of the side body,
• ensures a neutral, factory look without the "tacked-on" accessory effect.

By using the original pillar trim, you maintain visual consistency with other body components, which is important both aesthetically and for potential vehicle resale.

Installation characteristics

The trim is designed for installation at factory mounting points on the rear right side of the body. The construction, tailored to the specific BMW model, limits the need for additional modifications and allows for:

• precise positioning relative to the door edge and pillar,
• proper pressure against the body surface,
• maintaining the continuity of the side line and correct seal adhesion.

The element from the Doors and door panels group is particularly important for post-accident repairs, replacing corroded sections, or restoring the factory look after improper previous repairs.

Condition and use in repairs

The pillar trim is a used part, which in practice means a favorable compromise between repair cost and maintaining original geometry and fitment. In the case of body and paint work within the rear door area on the right side, such an element allows you to:

• recreate the factory side line without the need to adjust aftermarket replacements,
• minimize the risk of door closing issues resulting from improper fitment,
• maintain compliance with the design intended by the vehicle manufacturer.

For workshops specializing in the BMW brand, the use of original body components is essential from the point of view of the final repair quality.

Selection support and repair expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

For larger body repairs, especially after collisions, it is worth checking out practical tips regarding the selection of body elements from dismantling – you will find them in the article Bodywork and chassis – post-accident repairs using dismantled parts, which discusses, among other things, repair procedures and best practices when working with used OEM elements.