BMW E46 Coupe Convertible Rear Bumper Trim Panel Orientblau Blue Metallic - 317

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E46 Coupe Convertible Rear Bumper Trim Panel Orientblau Blue Metallic - 317 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for the rear section of the vehicle. The trim in Orientblau Metallic - 317 color allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged bumper section, maintaining visual consistency with the factory BMW paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8212413-OB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8212413
• Substitutable numbers: 8212413, 51128212413, 0000696, 51120000696
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Orientblau Metallic - 317
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the bumper trim

The presented trim is a rear body component, mounted on the bumper in BMW E46 Coupe and Convertible models. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower part of the bumper, while also helping to maintain the proper line and geometry of the bodywork in this area. Thanks to its fitment for this specific body generation, it ensures a cohesive look and proper adhesion to adjacent elements.

Color and paint matching Orientblau Metallic - 317

The trim is finished in Orientblau Metallic - 317, a color characteristic of many BMW E46 units. Using the factory metallic shade allows for reducing or completely eliminating the need for repainting when replacing the part on a vehicle with the same paint code. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, visual corrections, and restoring the stylistic consistency of the bodywork.

Component characteristics and benefits of installation

The rear bumper trim in this configuration was designed as an original BMW part, which translates into proper fitment with the factory bumper and compatibility with the mounts provided by the manufacturer. This facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of gaps, stresses, or incorrect alignment relative to the bodywork.

The main advantages of using this trim in a BMW E46 Coupe/Convertible include:

• maintaining the original line of the rear bumper,
• color consistency with the Orientblau Metallic - 317 paint,
• compatibility with factory mounting points,
• possibility of use in body and paint repairs without interfering with the bumper structure.

Component condition and service application

The bumper trim is a used part, which makes it an attractive option for economical repair of the rear body section. It works well both in the case of replacing a damaged trim after a collision and during gradual body restoration in older BMW E46 Coupe or Convertible units. Choosing an original component from this group allows you to maintain the factory character of the vehicle and limit fitment problems typical of aftermarket parts with universal construction.

Expanding rear body zone repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional trims, reinforcements, or covers, check out the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Technical support and service knowledge

For more advanced work on the vehicle, it is worth expanding your knowledge of cooperating systems and structural elements. For users interested in a broader context of operation and diagnostics of body components and related systems, an article describing the operation of the steering and power steering system may be helpful, available at the link: Steering and power steering system – how it works and what fails?.