BMW F20 F21 Bumper Front Complete Trim Panel Covering Karmesinrot Red - A61

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F20 F21 Front Bumper Karmesinrot Red - A61 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for installation on the front of 1 Series vehicles. Finished in the attractive Karmesinrot - A61 color, it allows for restoring the vehicle's cohesive body appearance after damage and maintaining the factory BMW styling line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0038868-KAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0038868
• Substitutable numbers: 51110038868, 0038868
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Fitment

The presented front bumper is a dedicated part for BMW F20 and F21 models, installed on the front of the vehicle. Thanks to its construction conforming to factory manufacturer standards, it ensures proper airflow, correct positioning of headlights, air intake grilles, and other components mounted on the front of the body.

As part of the Bumpers and Reinforcements group, the bumper is responsible not only for aesthetics but also for the correct distribution of loads in minor collisions and the stable mounting of front-end accessory components.

Color and Paint Properties

The part is factory finished in Karmesinrot - A61, a characteristic, intense shade of red used in BMW F series. The use of the original color facilitates matching the existing paintwork of the vehicle, limiting the scope of potential painting work and reducing body repair time.

For body and paint shops, this means the possibility of precise color and paint structure matching, and for the end-user – a visually cohesive front of the car after replacing a damaged part.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The bumper is designed for installation on the front of the vehicle, maintaining factory mounting points and body geometry. The manufacturer's intended design allows for correct positioning of the part relative to the fenders, hood, and lower covers, which is important for both aerodynamics and the proper functioning of cooling systems.

The product has a specified weight, which is important when choosing the mounting method, setting gaps, and working on lifts and workshop stands. Using an original bumper simplifies the service process, as it does not require shape adjustments or modifications to the mounting points.

Condition and Benefits of Using a Used Part

The offered bumper is a used part, allowing for economical body repair while maintaining original BMW manufacturing quality. Compared to aftermarket alternatives, an OEM part ensures better fitment with other body panels and compliance with the model's styling line.

Choosing a used front bumper for BMW F20/F21 is a solution that combines cost control with maintaining the factory appearance and functionality of the front end, which is particularly important for accident repairs and vehicle restorations.

Compatibility and Reference Numbers

The part has an OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates unambiguous identification in BMW catalogs and parts selection systems. This allows the workshop or user to quickly verify compatibility with a specific version of the vehicle's equipment, avoiding installation and fitment problems.

If, during selection, there is a need to compare catalog numbers, it is worth using the OEM designations and reference numbers assigned to this bumper to confirm full compatibility with a given BMW 1 Series model.

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end repair and also need other body parts from the bumpers and reinforcements group for BMW, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

For users interested in a broader topic of premium car operation and servicing, including the selection of appropriate engine components and accessories, the advisory article Reliability under the star – how to care for engine accessories in popular Mercedes-Benz C-Class and E-Class models? may be helpful, which shows how important the choice of the right parts is in everyday operation.