BMW E81 E87 LCI Complete Front Bumper Trim PDC Montegoblau Montego Blue - A51

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E81 E87 LCI Front Bumper PDC Montegoblau Montego Blue - A51 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for front vehicle installation. The Montegoblau Metallic - A51 paint finish ensures color consistency with the car's body, and the factory preparation for PDC sensors facilitates integration with the vehicle's existing equipment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0035909-MTB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0035909
• Substitutable numbers: 51110035909, 0035909
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Fitment for BMW

The presented bumper is specifically designed for the BMW 1 Series E81 and E87 models after the facelift (LCI), ensuring a proper fit with the body lines and mounting points. Its placement on the vehicle is at the front, making it responsible for the shape of the front fascia, integration with headlights, hood, and lower covers.

Thanks to its construction adhering to factory BMW standards, the bumper provides a solid foundation for professional accident repairs or aesthetic replacement of a worn-out part. The preserved mounting geometry facilitates correct installation and minimizes the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Montegoblau Metallic - A51 Color and PDC Preparation

The applied Montegoblau Metallic - A51 paint is a distinctive metallic blue shade, often found on sport-configured BMW 1 Series models. For many users, this means the possibility of limiting the painting scope to spot repairs or shade matching, rather than painting the entire part.

The bumper is adapted for use with the PDC parking sensor system, allowing for the preservation of the factory equipment's functionality. The designated sensor locations facilitate the installation of the hardware and ensure the proper operation of the parking assist system after service work is completed.

Characteristics of the Used Part

The offered bumper is a used part, which translates into a favorable compromise between repair cost and maintaining original manufacturing quality. Such elements are often chosen for accident repairs, restorations, and bringing a car back to a factory-like condition after wear-and-tear damage.

Choosing a used OEM bumper helps maintain the proper rigidity of the front fascia structure and compatibility with factory reinforcements, guides, and covers. For body and paint shops, this means predictable installation and less fitting work.

Practical Application and Benefits of Installation

Installing this bumper is particularly beneficial in situations where the existing part has suffered mechanical damage, deformation, or has extensive paint defects. Replacing it with an original bumper prepared for PDC allows you to:

• restore the correct geometry of the front body section,
• maintain a consistent vehicle appearance thanks to the factory Montegoblau Metallic color,
• preserve the functionality of PDC parking sensors,
• limit the scope of fitting work compared to low-quality aftermarket alternatives.

For owners of BMW E81 and E87 LCI, this solution enables a technically correct repair while preserving the distinctive look of the facelifted model.

Part Selection and Additional Information

When selecting a bumper, it's important to pay attention to its compatibility with the vehicle's body version and equipment, especially the PDC system and paint color. Manufacturer markings, reference numbers, and mounting parameters are available in the technical specifications section and help verify compatibility with a specific car.

If you need other body parts from the bumpers and structural reinforcements group for this brand, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

If you are considering whether a new part or a used part would be a better choice, comparing costs and durability may be helpful – you can find more on this topic in the article Car Parts – New or Used? Comparing Costs, Quality, and Durability.