BMW E81 E82 E88 Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

BMW E81 E82 E88 Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component from the Side Skirts category, designed for installation on the left side of BMW 1 Series E81/E82 models. The Black Sapphire Metallic paint finish allows for an aesthetic match to the factory bodywork, and the used condition of the part offers a reasonable compromise between quality and repair costs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036143-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036143
• Substitutable numbers: 51770036143, 0036143, 51777183233, 7183233
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the sill component

The presented side skirt is designed as a factory trim element for the lower side of the BMW E81/E82 body. Mounted on the left side, it is responsible for:

• protecting the sill from mechanical damage resulting from daily use,
• maintaining the clean lines of the vehicle's side profile,
• providing an aesthetic finish to the sill area in accordance with the original BMW design.

By maintaining the original geometry, the component ensures proper fitment with the bodywork and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – visual matching

The Black Sapphire Metallic finish is characteristic of many BMW configurations and allows for a seamless blend with existing vehicle paint in this shade. In practice, this means:

• reducing the need for additional painting when matching to bodywork of the same color,
• preserving the vehicle's factory visual character,
• easier integration with other side body components.

Choosing the original color is particularly important for post-accident repairs and for maintaining a consistent look across the entire side of the vehicle.

Installation and usage characteristics

As a component from the Side Skirts category, the trim is prepared for installation at the factory mounting points provided by the manufacturer. This facilitates workshop work and allows for maintaining the correct body line without the need for body modifications. The used condition of the part makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining the original design specifications.

The element is suitable both for local repair of a damaged sill and for broader renovation of the side body, where maintaining compliance with the original BMW design is key.

Application in BMW service and restoration

Replacing the side skirt is a typical stage of body and paint work following side damage or during gradual body restoration. Using an original side skirt for the BMW E81/E82 allows you to:

• maintain the proper rigidity and geometry of the sill area,
• minimize the risk of fitment issues with adjacent components, such as doors or wheel arches,
• preserve visual and technical consistency with other body components.

For workshops and individual users, this means predictable installation and easier quality control of the performed repair.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, trims, or additional strips, check out the available parts in the BMW Side Skirts category.

Additional information and service knowledge development

For those interested in a broader context of design solutions in premium cars and the selection of appropriate body and equipment components, an article discussing the evolution of solutions in the luxury segment may be helpful – you can find it here: The evolution of the Mercedes S-Class – innovations and parts across generations.