BMW E92 E93 M Sport Entrance Cover Door Sill Cover Front Right O/S 8044516

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BMW E92 E93 M Sport Entrance Cover Door Sill Cover Front Right O/S is an original body trim component designed for installation in the front right sill area of 3 Series coupe and convertible models. This factory-original M Sport trim ensures a consistent look with the rest of the package and helps maintain the aesthetics and functionality of the door sill under demanding operating conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8044516
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 78046478
• Substitutable numbers: 8046478, 51478046478, 7900776, 51167900776, 8044516
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the door sill cover

The presented cover is dedicated to the front right door area of BMW E92 and E93 models equipped with the M Sport package. The component protects the sill against typical mechanical damage resulting from entering and exiting the vehicle, while visually organizing the lower door edge line and emphasizing the sporty character of the bodywork.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific mounting location in the vehicle, the cover works with factory mounting points, which reduces the risk of improper fitment and unwanted stress in the sill area.

Construction and fitment for BMW E92 / E93 M Sport

The cover has been designed as a trim element from the Claddings, decorative strips, and trims group, which means its geometry, profile, and mounting method comply with BMW factory standards. The design ensures a precise fit to the edge of the sill so that no gaps are created that could accumulate dirt.

As an OEM part, the component maintains proper rigidity and stability, which is important when the sill area is subjected to repeated loads. This used component allows for an economical replacement of a damaged cover while maintaining the original character of the interior and exterior.

Benefits of using an original door sill cover

Using a factory M Sport door sill cover brings a number of practical and aesthetic benefits:

• maintaining stylistic consistency with other M Sport package elements,
• protection of the sill area against scratches and abrasions resulting from daily use,
• secure fit to the body without the need for mounting modifications,
• maintaining the original appearance of the vehicle, which is important for future resale.

For users who care about maintaining the factory character of the car, choosing an original cover is a more predictable solution than using replacements with uncertain geometry.

Installation zone and service application

The cover is intended for installation in the front right part of the vehicle, in the immediate vicinity of the passenger door. Such a location requires a component resistant to frequent point loads and contact with footwear, which is why proper fitment and stable mounting are of key importance for the durability of the entire solution.

In workshop practice, this type of part is used both for post-accident repairs and for replacing worn or damaged trim elements. The used OEM component allows for reduced service costs while maintaining compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications.

Expanding BMW sill area upgrades

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 strips, check out the available parts in the BMW claddings, decorative strips, and trims category.

For older vehicles, where the availability of new parts can be limited, solutions from the secondary market can be particularly useful. To better plan your repair and consciously use dismantled parts, it is worth reading our guide: No parts at the dealership? How to handle repairs of older models using dismantled parts.