BMW E92 Bumper Front M Sport Trim Panel Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic - 381

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E92 Bumper Front M Sport Trim Panel Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. The sporty M Sport styling and the distinctive Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic color emphasize the dynamic character of the car and allow for maintaining a consistent factory look for the BMW 3 Series E92.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036264-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036264
• Substitutable numbers: 51110036264, 0036264, 7181307, 51117181307
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Characteristics and purpose of the bumper

The presented bumper has been designed as a front body component for the BMW 3 Series E92 in the M Sport version. The construction is adapted to the coupe body line, ensuring proper airflow and providing space for factory mounts and equipment intended for this styling version. As a result, the bumper is a suitable solution both for accident repairs and for converting a car to the M Sport look.

Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic color

The factory paint Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic is a distinctive metallic shade of blue used by BMW, particularly appreciated in models with a sporty character. A bumper in this color allows for maintaining visual consistency of the body without the need for immediate repainting, provided that the other elements of the car are in the same shade. For many users, this is a practical solution when replacing a damaged part with an original component in the same color.

Construction and function in the front zone

As an element from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, this bumper performs several key functions in the front zone of the vehicle:

• it shapes the airflow in the lower part of the body,
• it provides space for mounting equipment intended for the M Sport package,
• it protects the structural and mechanical elements located behind it,
• it is responsible for the characteristic, sporty look of the front of the BMW E92.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, the bumper enables proper fitting with the hood, fenders, and other elements of the front end, which is important for both aesthetic and assembly reasons.

Condition, origin, and fitment

The item is offered as a used BMW component, which means it comes from disassembly and retains the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of part is a good choice for those who want to maintain the factory character of the car, avoiding fitment issues typical of aftermarket replacements of uncertain quality. When selecting, it is recommended to verify compatibility with the specific equipment version and model year of the BMW E92 to ensure proper fitment and compatibility with existing body elements.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The M Sport bumper in Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic color will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for visual upgrades of the car to the sporty specification. In practice, it is often chosen by users who:

• restore the factory look of the front after a collision,
• convert a car from a standard package to the M Sport package,
• want to keep the original BMW paint without full repainting of a new element.

Thanks to this, the bumper serves as a functional and aesthetic base for further bodywork and painting or direct replacement, depending on the condition of the remaining body elements.

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

For users interested in a broader context of selecting original OEM components and the principles of verification by catalog numbers, an article describing the specifics of Audi five-cylinder units and the practice of selecting used parts may be helpful – you can find it here: Audi five-cylinder engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to take care of it using original Audi parts.