BMW F10 Front Bumper Trim Panel Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F10 Front Bumper Trim Panel Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint finish ensures color consistency with the factory BMW palette and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct repair of the vehicle's front end.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7285961-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7285961
• Substitutable numbers: 51117285961, 7285961, 51117246863, 7246863
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and BMW compatibility

The presented bumper has been designed specifically for the BMW F10 series, taking into account factory mounting points and the geometry of the front bodywork. This ensures that the proper body lines, panel gaps, and compatibility with other front-end components, such as reinforcements, covers, or grilles, are maintained.

The placement on the vehicle, specified as the front, guarantees that the component is structurally prepared to operate in the most exposed part of the body, where both proper airflow and the correct positioning of other sub-assemblies are crucial.

Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color

The applied Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint is a characteristic, dark metallic shade from the BMW palette, often chosen for versions with a more elegant, understated character. Using the original color reduces the scope of paint work required after installation – in many cases, simple alignment and minor touch-ups are sufficient, without the need for a full repaint of the component.

For body shops, this means savings in time and materials, and for the end user – a better chance of maintaining a uniform structure and depth of paint across the entire body.

Characteristics of the used component

The bumper belongs to the group of used parts, which in practice means it comes from a vehicle disassembly and may show signs of wear typical for this type of component. At the same time, it is a cost-effective solution that allows for the use of an original BMW component instead of cheaper replacements with uncertain fitment.

In the case of front bumpers, it is particularly important to maintain proper rigidity, shape, and compatibility with factory reinforcements and mounts – a used component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group meets these structural requirements, which facilitates installation and subsequent operation.

Benefits of using an original BMW bumper

Choosing an original bumper for the BMW F10 offers a number of practical benefits:

• factory fitment to body lines and mounting points,
• preservation of the vehicle's front aerodynamics as designed by the manufacturer,
• color consistency thanks to the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint,
• easier work for the shop during installation and panel gap adjustment,
• the possibility of a professional front-end repair while maintaining the original BMW character.

Crash zone and compatibility with other elements

As an element of the front crash zone, the bumper works in conjunction with reinforcements, beams, and other components responsible for energy absorption during a collision. Proper geometry and structural rigidity are important both for safety and for the correct operation of other systems located in this part of the vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional reinforcements, covers, or other exterior body components, check out the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Support in sourcing used parts

When selecting used body components – especially in the case of larger repairs – it is worth using one-stop-shop solutions that allow you to source bumpers, reinforcements, mounts, and other components in one place. To better plan such a process and avoid problems with mismatched replacements, see the practical tips in the article Comprehensive sourcing: from the engine to the smallest clip – how to source used car parts in one place?.