Side Skirt BMW E60 E61 M5 M Sport Door Sill Cover Left N/S Titan Silver - 354

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Skirt BMW E60 E61 M5 M Sport Door Sill Cover Left N/S Titan Silver is an original body component designed for installation on the left side of the BMW 5 Series E60 with the M Sport package. Finished in Titan Silver Metallic - 354, the side skirt ensures a consistent look with the factory paintwork and allows for the aesthetic restoration of the sill line. This is a used OEM component that helps maintain the characteristic, sporty style of the M Sport package.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0396899-TS3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0396899
• Substitutable numbers: 51710396899, 0396899, 51777896837, 7896837, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Titansilber Metallic - 354
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment for BMW E60

The presented side skirt has been designed specifically for the BMW 5 Series E60 with the factory M Sport package, intended for the left side of the vehicle. Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's specifications, it ensures proper fitment with the sill, wheel arches, and other bumper and side cover elements.

The original mounting geometry facilitates installation in place of the factory part, without the need for modifications or fitting universal replacements. This is particularly important for accident repairs and restoring the vehicle to its factory M Sport specification.

Titan Silver Metallic 354 color and body aesthetics

The side skirt is finished in Titan Silver Metallic - 354, which allows for maintaining a uniform side profile on vehicles painted in this shade. As a result, the component fits well into the styling of the BMW E60, without the color mismatch effect typical of low-quality replacements.

Choosing the right color is not only visually significant but also practical – it reduces the need for additional painting and speeds up the repair process. This is a beneficial solution when replacing a damaged side skirt after a collision or during the restoration of the sill area.

Performance characteristics and installation

As an element from the Side skirts group, the product is responsible for covering and finishing the lower part of the body side, as well as maintaining the sporty look of the M Sport version. The construction of the side skirt is adapted to operational loads in the sill area, where the component is exposed to dirt, water, and minor impacts from the road surface.

The used condition of the component means it is a part sourced from disassembly, intended for further use after proper installation. During installation, it is recommended to verify the mounting points on the body and use appropriate clips and fasteners compatible with BMW solutions to maintain stability and proper adhesion of the side skirt.

Application in M Sport repairs and upgrades

The left M Sport side skirt is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged part and for completing the M styling package on a BMW E60. It allows for the restoration of the original appearance of the side body, which is important for body and paint repairs, preparing the car for sale, or restoring visual consistency after previous modifications.

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

Why choose original body components

Choosing an original side skirt for the BMW E60 with the M Sport package is a way to maintain the factory body line, proper fitment, and compatibility with other bodywork elements. A used OEM component often represents a favorable compromise between quality and repair cost, especially compared to unreliable replacements with poorer geometry.

If you are interested in a broader context regarding the selection of used original components for the drivetrain and body, it is worth reading the article Humming differential? Find out why a used OEM drive axle is a better investment than an unreliable replacement, which highlights the advantages of using proven OEM parts in advanced vehicle assemblies.