BMW F20 F21 Bumper Front Complete Trim Panel Covering Black Sapphire - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

The BMW F20 F21 Front Bumper Panel Black Black Sapphire - 475 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for front vehicle installation. The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint ensures consistency with BMW's factory color palette, facilitating visual matching after body repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0038868-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0038868
• Substitutable numbers: 51110038868, 0038868
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Function of the BMW F20 F21 Front Bumper

The presented front bumper is structurally adapted for the BMW F20/F21 series and is a key component of the vehicle's front end. It is responsible for proper airflow management, protection of critical components, and secure mounting of external accessories such as grilles, trim strips, or additional lighting elements (if present in the specific vehicle configuration).

Its placement at the front of the vehicle ensures that the mounting geometry, contour lines, and panel shape are consistent with the factory BMW body construction, which simplifies installation and subsequent alignment of gaps between body panels.

Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 Color and Visual Matching

The bumper is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, a popular metallic black shade used in many BMW configurations. This allows for minimizing or optimizing the scope of painting in terms of cost and repair time, provided the vehicle's paint condition is appropriately matched.

The metallic finish provides a characteristic depth of color and good integration with factory body parts, which is important for both accident repairs and replacement due to wear and tear damage.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

This part belongs to the Bumpers and Reinforcements group, meaning its construction is prepared to work with the factory mounting points on the front of the BMW F20/F21 body. The bumper is designed as an external panel that interfaces with internal reinforcements, beams, and other structural components.

When installing, pay attention to:

• correct alignment of the bumper with fenders, hood, and headlights,
• checking mounting points and clips for compatibility with the vehicle's structure,
• verifying compatibility with existing body equipment.

The product has a specified technical weight, which is important for planning transportation and organizing installation work in a body and paint shop.

Used Condition and Benefits of Choosing OE BMW Parts

The bumper is offered in used condition, allowing for economical body repair while maintaining original geometry and material characteristics. Choosing a BMW OE part promotes factory fitment and compatibility with other body components.

The main advantages of using an original front bumper include:

• factory fit to the body lines of the F20/F21 series,
• compliance with passive safety system designs,
• ability to use existing mounting points without modifications.

OEM Number Matching and Selection Support

The part has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with specific BMW F20/F21 equipment versions. If you have doubts about selection, it is advisable to use the vehicle's VIN and technical documentation to confirm full bumper compatibility with the specific model configuration.

If you want to check step-by-step how to correctly compare OEM numbers and VIN data when purchasing a used body part, use the practical guide: Guide: How to Select the Right Car Part by VIN and OEM Number.

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end repair for your BMW and also need other parts from the same group, such as additional panels, beams, or structural reinforcements, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements category.