BMW E81 E87 LCI Front Bumper Protective Rubber Strip Right O/S Black Sapphire

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E81 E87 LCI Front Bumper Protective Rubber Strip Right O/S Black Sapphire is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for precise installation in facelifted BMW vehicles. The trim in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color allows for maintaining visual consistency with the factory paintwork and restoring the body aesthetics after operational or parking damage.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7185132-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7185132
• Substitutable numbers: 51117185132, 7185132, 51117182370, 7182370, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for BMW

The presented bumper trim has been designed specifically for the facelifted (LCI) BMW 1 Series E81 and E87 models, intended for the right side of the vehicle. The placement on the vehicle, specified as the front – right side, ensures a precise fit to the specific body zone, which facilitates part selection during post-accident repairs or visual corrections.

The original BMW origin ensures proper alignment with other bumper and body components, minimizing the need for additional modifications or adjustments during installation.

Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 color and aesthetic values

The trim is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, which is a popular metallic shade used in many BMW vehicles. Thanks to this, the component integrates well with the factory paint, reducing the need for additional painting or allowing it to be simplified to minor touch-ups.

The metallic black gives the bumper an elegant, understated character while emphasizing the body line. It is a practical solution for repairs where maintaining the original appearance of the vehicle and color consistency of the entire car body is a priority.

Functional characteristics and installation

The bumper trim, as an element from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, serves both a protective and aesthetic function. When properly installed, it helps shield the bumper edge from minor mechanical damage and contributes to the visual closure of the body line in the front part of the vehicle.

The product is in used condition, which in practice means it comes from disassembly and may show signs of wear typical for this type of part, while maintaining its mounting functionality. It is a reasonable choice for repairs where the priority is combining original fitment with service cost control.

Application in post-accident repairs and renovations

The right-side bumper trim will work particularly well for:

• repairs after parking collisions and minor bumps,
• renovations of the vehicle front after bumper replacement or painting,
• restoring the factory look of the car after previous non-original repairs.

By using an original BMW component, you can maintain the correct panel gaps between the bumper and adjacent body panels, which is important for both visual and aerodynamic reasons.

Complementary BMW body components

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

When planning broader body and paint work, it is also worth checking out practical tips on selecting body components from disassembly – you will find them in the article Bodywork and exterior – post-accident repairs using salvaged parts, which discusses, among other things, repair procedures, selection of used OEM parts, and the most frequently asked questions related to body renovation.