BMW 1 E87 LCI Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Karmesinrot Crimson Red - A61

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E87 LCI Left Sill Cover Trim Karmesinrot is an original body part from the Sill Trims category, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. The cover in Karmesinrot - A61 color helps maintain the visual consistency of the bodywork while restoring the original appearance of the sill after damage or corrosion.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036145-KAR6
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036145
• Substitutable numbers: 51770036145, 0036145
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and Fit for BMW

The presented cover has been specifically designed for the facelifted (LCI) version of the BMW E87, taking into account the sill geometry and characteristic body contours. Its placement on the left side of the vehicle ensures proper alignment with the doors, wheel arches, and other body panels, without the need for modifications or forced fitting.

Originality from the BMW brand means preserved factory mounting points, appropriate rigidity, and compatibility with the standard fasteners and mounting clips used in this model.

Karmesinrot - A61 Color and Body Aesthetics

The finish in the Karmesinrot - A61 shade allows for seamless integration with factory-painted body parts in this color. This makes the cover suitable for use both as a replacement for a damaged trim and as an element to restore the uniform appearance of the sill after bodywork and paint repairs.

Choosing the correct color is particularly important in the sill area, where the car's side line is clearly visible – an appropriate sill trim helps maintain the aesthetics and the dynamic side line characteristic of BMW.

Usage and Functional Characteristics

The sill trim serves both visual and protective functions. The use of a dedicated cover for the BMW E87 LCI on the left side of the vehicle helps to mitigate the impact of small stone chips, dirt, and typical operational damage to the lower part of the body.

Key advantages of this element include:

• factory fit to the sill line and body shape of the BMW E87 LCI,
• preservation of the original appearance of the vehicle's side,
• possibility of installation in place of a damaged or corroded trim,
• compatibility with standard BMW mounting solutions.

Part Condition and Service Application

This part comes from the group of used BMW parts, making it an attractive solution for accident repairs, restorations, and economical bodywork renovations. Choosing an original, used sill trim allows for adherence to the vehicle's factory specifications while reducing costs compared to new components.

The trim is suitable for both professional body shops and workshops specializing in the BMW brand, where precise fit and preservation of the original body line are crucial.

Assistance with Selection and Other BMW Sill Trims

If you are assembling a complete set of side elements or replacing more than one cover, it is worth considering selecting other components from the same product group to maintain visual and technical consistency. If you need other parts from the sill trims category for this brand, check the available parts in the BMW Sill Trims category.

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