BMW E81 E82 E88 M Sport Sill Strip Skirt Right O/S Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E81 E82 E88 M Sport Sill Strip Skirt Right O/S Le Mans Blau Metallic is an original body component designed for the M Sport version of the 1 Series. Thanks to the factory Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 paint, this sill strip helps maintain color consistency with the bodywork and restores the aesthetics of the vehicle's side after damage or wear. It is a practical solution for both post-accident repairs and refreshing the car's appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0034732-LMB5
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0034732
• Substitutable numbers: 51770034732, 0034732
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment

The sill strip has been designed specifically for BMW 1 Series E81, E82, and E88 models in the M Sport package, intended for the right side of the vehicle. This ensures a proper fit to factory mounting points, the correct profile relative to the sill and wheel arches, and the preservation of the original body line characteristic of the M Sport version.

Color and finish Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381

The factory color Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 is a distinctive, dynamic shade of blue used by BMW, particularly valued in configurations with a sporty character. Using original metallic paint reduces the scope of additional paint work and facilitates visual matching of the component to the vehicle's existing paint coating.

Technical characteristics and installation

The sill strip belongs to the Sill strips category, responsible for the protection and aesthetic finish of the lower part of the side body. The component has a specific placement on the vehicle (right side), which makes it easier to select the correct part for replacement. The product has a defined weight, allowing for precise planning of transport and installation in workshop conditions.

As a used part, the strip is a cost-effective solution while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with factory BMW mounts. It is a good solution for body shops and users who want to keep the car in a configuration close to the factory standard without resorting to aftermarket parts of unknown origin.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing the sill strip is particularly recommended after mechanical damage to the sill, parking scrapes, or bodywork in the lower part of the vehicle. Using an original M Sport sill strip in Le Mans Blau Metallic allows you to:

• restore a consistent look to the side of the body after repair,
• maintain the characteristic, sporty profile of the sills in the M Sport version,
• minimize the scope of additional painting due to color matching,
• preserve factory fitment of components and the sill line.

Integration with other BMW body components

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, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW Sill strips category.

For users and workshops that want to complete a larger set of body and equipment parts in one place, practical tips on One-Stop-Shop purchases may be useful – you can find them in the article Comprehensive supply: from the engine to the smallest clip – how to complete used car parts in one place?.