BMW E90 E91 Trim Door Rear Left N/S Strip Wood Poplar Grain 7138871

BMW E90 E91 Trim Door Rear Left N/S Strip Wood Poplar Grain is an original body component designed for installation in the rear left door area of BMW 3 Series E90/E91 vehicles. This used trim strip is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged parts, and aesthetically refreshing the side of the bodywork. Thanks to its factory origin, it ensures proper fitment to the body lines and a consistent appearance with other door components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7138871
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7138871
• Substitutable numbers: 51427138871, 7138871, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented trim strip is designed for installation in the rear left door area, allowing for the precise restoration of the factory geometry of the side bodywork. Placement in this zone is important both for protecting the door edge and for maintaining the consistent stylistic line of the entire side of the vehicle.

The component is dedicated to the door construction of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation, meaning it does not require modifications or adjustments – installation is carried out at the manufacturer's intended mounting points, maintaining the correct gap relative to the door skin.

Technical and functional characteristics

The door trim strip serves a protective and aesthetic function: it protects a portion of the door surface from minor mechanical damage and complements the side line of the body. As a component originating from a BMW vehicle, it retains the factory profile, which translates into:

• proper adhesion to the door skin,
• consistent transition between adjacent body elements,
• maintenance of the original visual characteristics of the vehicle's side.

A used trim strip can be a good choice for repairs where combining reasonable costs with maintaining the original geometry of body components is key.

Application in the body repair process

Replacing the door trim strip is often performed after parking damage, minor collisions, or during a comprehensive renovation of the side bodywork. Using an original BMW component allows you to:

• reduce the time spent fitting parts during installation,
• maintain factory crease lines and gaps,
• achieve a predictable end result after painting and assembly.

For body shops and individual users, this means a more predictable repair process and a lower risk of issues with fitting the component to the door.

Condition and benefits of choosing a used part

The trim strip is offered as a used part, which helps reduce repair costs while maintaining the original construction of the component. In many cases, used body components are a good compromise between price and functionality, especially when the priority is fitment for a specific vehicle model and generation.

If you want to better understand how to consciously choose parts from the secondary market and what to look for when purchasing, the following guide may be helpful: Used parts – Your guide to the best offers in the automotive store. You will find practical tips there regarding the assessment of part condition and repair planning.

Complementary elements and repair project development

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional trim strips, covers, or small finishing components, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For those interested in a broader context of technical solutions in premium cars, including differences in the construction of powertrains and chassis, an interesting supplement may be the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers differentiate their models in terms of performance and the components used.