BMW 1 SERIES E87N LCI Sill strip side skirt right O/S Sparkling Graphite - A22

The BMW E87 LCI Right Side Sill Trim Cover is an original body part designed for the right side sill of post-facelift 1 Series models. The trim in Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 ensures visual consistency with the factory paintwork and restores the aesthetics of the vehicle's side body. It is a practical solution for collision repairs, bodywork and paint corrections, or replacement of worn sill elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036144-SG4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51770036144
• Substitutable numbers: 51770036144, 0036144
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function of the Sill Element

The right-side sill cover is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the lower body edge and protecting this area from dirt and minor mechanical damage. In the BMW E87 LCI model, it forms an integral part of the side profile, contributing to the visual continuity of the body lines and its alignment with the doors and fenders.

Thanks to its factory profile and precise shape, the element ensures:

• proper adhesion to the sill and adjacent body panels,
• a consistent side line characteristic of the BMW 1 Series,
• installation in place of the original trim without structural modifications.

Color and Visual Matching

The factory shade of Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 allows for a uniform appearance of the bodywork on cars painted in the same paint code. This is particularly important for localized repairs where faithful reproduction of the original visual specification is crucial.

Using the element in the correct color limits the scope of additional painting work and facilitates a smooth transition between the sill and other side panels.

Mounting Characteristics

The cover is designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle, in the sill area. Its design, tailored to the BMW E87 LCI, allows for installation in place of the factory element, maintaining the original mounting points provided by the vehicle manufacturer.

When replacing, it is recommended to:

• check the condition of the underlying sill and mounting points,
• clean the contact surface with the bodywork before installation,
• use appropriate clips or fasteners consistent with the factory solution.

Condition and Practical Application

This element comes from the secondary market, making it a sensible choice for operational repairs and restoring a vehicle to a functional, usable condition after damage to the side body. This type of component is particularly useful when the priority is to maintain original geometry and compatibility with the factory sill assembly.

Configuration Expansion and Selection of Other Elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in 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.

For larger modernization projects, it is also worth paying attention to the structural differences between standard and sport versions of various brands. In this context, a comparative material on technical solutions in high-performance cars, available in the article Audi RS vs. Other Models – What’s Under the Hood and Chassis?, which shows how manufacturers differentiate body, suspension, and drivetrain components, may be helpful.