BMW 1 SERIES 20 E87 Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Titansilber Silver Metallic

The BMW 1 E87 Right Sill Cover Titansilber 354 is an original body part designed for installation on the right side of the BMW 1 Series E87 model. Finished in Titansilber Metallic 354, this cover helps maintain a consistent factory appearance while providing practical protection for the sill area. It's a solution for users who want to technically restore the vehicle's side profile after a repair or replacement of a damaged part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0032948-TS20
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0032948
• Substitutable numbers: 51770032948, 0032948
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Titansilber Metallic - 354
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function of the Sill Cover

The right-side sill cover for the BMW 1 Series E87 is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the lower body section and protecting the sill area from typical operational damage. This element:

• conceals the sill edge and the lower part of the bodywork,
• reduces the risk of paint damage when entering and exiting the vehicle,
• helps maintain the vehicle's consistent visual side profile.

Thanks to its factory-matched fit for the specific BMW 1 Series E87 generation, the cover maintains the correct body geometry and lines, which is important for both accident repairs and the replacement of worn exterior parts.

Fitment and Titansilber Metallic 354 Color

The Titansilber Metallic 354 color is one of the popular silver shades used by BMW, so using a cover in this finish allows for a visually consistent restoration of the vehicle's original appearance. The part is designed for the right side of the body, making it easier to select the correct component for repairs performed according to manufacturer documentation.

Proper color and geometric matching is important not only for aesthetics but also for practicality – a correctly chosen sill cover minimizes the need for additional bodywork modifications and reduces the time required for installation and potential painting work.

Characteristics of an Original BMW Part

The original sill cover for the BMW 1 Series E87 has been designed to work with the factory mounting points on the body. This ensures a streamlined installation process, and the part remains securely positioned relative to the bodywork after installation. The cover's construction is adapted to the typical loads in the sill area, such as road debris or minor impacts from daily use.

The used nature of the part allows for an economical restoration of the original body configuration while maintaining the correct technical standard. For many BMW 1 Series E87 owners, this represents a sensible compromise between repair costs and preserving the vehicle's factory appearance.

Application in Sill Area Repairs and Upgrades

Replacing the sill cover is often part of broader bodywork and painting operations following damage to the side of the vehicle or during a gradual vehicle restoration. A correctly chosen right-side part facilitates:

• restoring the factory sill line after body repairs,
• replacing a missing or damaged sill cover,
• limiting further degradation of paint and substrate in the lower body area.

By using an original cover in a color matching BMW's factory palette, the vehicle retains a cohesive appearance after repair, which is important for both usability and potential resale value.

Related Parts and Vehicle Project Development

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area on your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as covers, trim pieces, or additional moldings, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

When expanding or modernizing your car, it's also worth paying attention to the structural differences between standard and sport versions. A good basis for understanding manufacturers' approaches to powertrains and chassis can be found in an article comparing sport RS variants with series models – you can find it here: Audi RS vs. Other Models – What's Under the Hood and Chassis?.