BMW E87 Side Skirt Sill Strip Left N/S Quarzblau Quartz Blue Metallic - A18

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E87 Left Sill Cover Quarzblau A18 is an original body part from the Sill Mouldings category, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. The paint in the Quarzblau Metallic - A18 shade ensures color consistency with the bodywork, and its factory origin guarantees a perfect fit to the sill's structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0032949-QB9
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0032949
• Substitutable numbers: 51770032949, 0032949
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Quarzblau Metallic - A18
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Intended Use and Fit for BMW E87

The sill cover has been specifically designed for the BMW E87 series, taking into account the body's geometry and factory mounting points. Its placement on the left side of the vehicle ensures proper coverage of the sill edge, facilitating installation and minimizing the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Thanks to its construction aligned with the manufacturer's solutions, the part integrates well with original door seals and other side panels, maintaining the body line and correct gaps between elements.

Quarzblau Metallic - A18 Color and Body Aesthetics

The factory Quarzblau Metallic - A18 color allows for an aesthetic match with the bodywork in the same shade, reducing the scope of potential painting work. The metallic finish complements the stylistic character of the BMW E87, accentuating the car's side profile and visually tidying the lower part of the body.

In case of accident repairs or replacement of worn-out parts, using a cover in the same paint code helps maintain a consistent vehicle appearance, without visible shade differences between individual panels.

Characteristics of a Used Part

As a used part, the sill cover offers a practical solution for operational and bodywork repairs, especially when preserving the original body geometry is a priority. Such elements are often chosen for comprehensive repairs of the vehicle's side, where compliance with factory dimensions and shape is crucial.

Its original origin promotes proper fitting with doors, wheel arches, and underbody shields, which is important for both aesthetics and protection of the sills from dirt and minor mechanical damage.

Application in Repairs and Upgrades

The left sill cover for BMW E87 is suitable for several typical service scenarios:

• repair after parking or curb damage to the lower part of the body,
• replacement of a part showing visible signs of corrosion or operational wear,
• completing a missing cover after previous bodywork repairs,
• restoring the vehicle's original appearance after body modifications.

Selecting the correct left-side cover helps maintain visual symmetry with the right side of the car and correctly recreate the sill line, which is important for later resale of the vehicle and assessment of its body condition.

BMW Sill Mouldings – Selecting the Right Parts

If you are undertaking a broader repair of the vehicle's side or need to replace missing covers, and also require other parts from the same group, check the available parts in the BMW Sill Mouldings category.

Technical Support and Service Knowledge

For comprehensive bodywork and system repairs that interact with the car body, such as components exposed to temperature or operational loads, additional service knowledge can be helpful – you can find it in the article Engine Cooling System – Overheating, Repair, and Used Radiators, which discusses the impact of proper operation on the durability of BMW and other brands' components.