BMW 1 Series F20 LCI Rear Left Grab Handle N/S Glacier Silver Metallic A83

BMW F20 Rear Right Door Handle is an original body part from the Door Handles group, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory fit to the BMW construction, it ensures a consistent appearance, correct operation of the opening mechanism, and aesthetic integration with the vehicle's side profile.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7242566-GSB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242566
• Substitutable numbers: 51227242566, 7242566, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Glacier Silber Metallic - A83
• Category: Door Handles

Vehicle Application and Placement

The presented door handle is designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, on the right side, in the passenger door area. This placement allows for full functionality of access to the rear seat and maintains the factory ergonomics of door operation. The construction is prepared to work with the original lock mechanism and linkages, which facilitates installation in the BMW F20 series body.

Glacier Silber Metallic – A83 Paint Finish

The door handle features a paint finish in the Glacier Silber Metallic – A83 shade, characteristic of the BMW palette. The metallic coating ensures consistency with the factory body paint, and the appropriately selected shade minimizes visual differences after replacing the part. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or spot renovation of the side body, where precise color matching is crucial.

Technical Characteristics and Fitment

As a component from the Door Handles category, the product is structurally prepared to operate in demanding conditions – frequent opening and closing of doors, temperature changes, and exposure to atmospheric factors. Factory fitment for BMW F20 means:

• maintaining correct geometry relative to the door panel,
• proper alignment with seals and trim strips,
• compatibility with the original lock mechanism,
• stable mounting at factory attachment points.

These properties translate to reliable handle operation, no play, and reduced risk of incorrect lock function after part replacement.

Repair Scope, Service Application, and Benefits of Installation

This part comes from the secondary market, making it a practical solution for service repairs where a combination of quality and cost control is important. A used BMW door handle allows for maintaining the vehicle's original specifications without the need for aftermarket alternatives with uncertain fitment. This is particularly important for repairs after collisions, replacement of damaged doors, or visual correction of the side body.

Installing a correctly selected rear door handle enables:

• restoring full functionality of door opening and closing,
• maintaining the consistent styling line of the BMW body,
• reducing bodywork and painting time thanks to the ready-to-use Glacier Silber Metallic – A83 finish.

Expanding Repair Scope – BMW Door Handles

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as exterior handles, handles for other doors, or additional lock operation components, check the available parts in the BMW Door Handles category.

Technical Support and Part Selection

When selecting body parts such as door handles, correct fitment regarding the body version, mounting side, and paint color is crucial. If you have doubts about vehicle configuration or combining bodywork with other repairs, it is worth consulting technical materials and service guides. Additional information on selecting components by manufacturer codes, as well as on diagnosing and operating automotive components, can be found in the article Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair, which discusses a practical approach to working with OEM components in modern vehicles.