BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Complete Rear Left Grab Handle N/S Black Sapphire 475

The BMW E90 E91 Rear Left Door Handle Black Sapphire is an original body part from the Door Handles category, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. The Black Sapphire Metallic paint ensures visual consistency with the factory BMW body finish and allows for an aesthetic replacement of a damaged handle without the need for additional painting.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7060299-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51227060299 51210445183
• Substitutable numbers: 51210445183, 0445183, 51227060299, 7060299
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Door Handles

Intended Use and BMW Fitment

The handle is designed as a dedicated component for the BMW E90/E91 series, taking into account the correct vehicle placement – rear left side. This means maintaining factory geometry, proper linkage operation, and correct door opening mechanism function after installation in the original mounting points.

Thanks to the use of original BMW construction, the handle works with the factory lock, seals, and door panel, which reduces the risk of play, rattles, or improper closing. This solution is particularly beneficial for accident repairs or replacement of worn body parts.

Black Sapphire Metallic Paint Finish

The Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 color is a popular metallic shade used on many BMW E90/E91 models. Using a handle with the same paint code allows for:

• maintaining color consistency with other body parts,
• reducing or completely eliminating the need for repainting,
• an aesthetic match to the vehicle's side profile, with no visible shade differences.

For car owners who care about their vehicle's appearance, this means a quick and technically correct part replacement while maintaining the characteristic, elegant look of the Black Sapphire paint.

Functional Characteristics and Installation

As a component from the Door Handles category, the product is responsible for the correct, mechanical opening of the rear left door from the outside. The design intended by the vehicle manufacturer ensures:

• stable force transfer from the driver's or passenger's hand to the lock mechanism,
• appropriate grip ergonomics, tailored to the BMW E90/E91 door line,
• compatibility with factory mounting and sealing elements.

The used nature of the part allows for economical repair while maintaining the original BMW specification, which is beneficial for both service repairs and restoring the vehicle to its pre-damage condition.

Why Choose an Original BMW Handle

Compared to aftermarket alternatives, an original BMW door handle offers predictable fitment to the door panel, proper mechanism operation, and consistency with the factory paint finish. For workshops and users, this means:

• a lower risk of installation problems,
• no need for mounting modifications,
• easier maintenance of a uniform body repair standard.

If you want to better understand how choosing original body parts affects the durability and driving precision of a BMW, it's worth reading the article: BMW – Sporty Performance and Precision. How Used Original Parts Extend the Life of the Bavarian Icon?.

Other BMW Door Handles

If you are modernizing the entire side panel or replacing several handles at once, it may be helpful to browse a wider range of body parts dedicated to this brand; if you need additional door handles for this model or other models of this brand, check the available parts in the BMW Door Handles category.