BMW 3 Series F30 F31 Rear Left Outside Door Grab Handle N/S Estorilblau Blue

The BMW F30 F31 Rear Left Door Handle Estorilblau Blue is an original body part from the Door Handles group, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. With its factory color Estoril Blau Metallic – B45, the handle helps maintain the visual consistency of the body and facilitates precise collision repair or servicing.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7242567-EB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242567
• Substitutable numbers: 51217242567, 7242567, 51227259836, 7259836, 51227332267, 7332267
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Estoril Blau Metallic - B45
• Category: Door Handles

Application and Fitment for BMW F30/F31

The presented door handle has been specifically designed for the BMW F30/F31 series, ensuring a proper fit for the rear left door panel. This means maintaining factory gaps, correct positioning relative to the bodywork, and compatibility with the original door opening mechanism. For the user, this translates to reliable lock operation, predictable handle function, and no need for modifications to the door structure.

Estoril Blau Metallic – B45 Color

The Estoril Blau Metallic – B45 color is a distinctive, dynamic paint used in many BMW F30/F31 trim levels. Using a handle in the same shade can reduce or completely eliminate the need for repainting the part, shortening repair time and minimizing the risk of shade differences between body panels. This is a practical solution when replacing a single part after mechanical or operational damage.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The rear left door handle is structurally adapted for operation in demanding conditions – in an area exposed to frequent door opening and closing, temperature changes, and weather elements. The appropriately shaped body ensures an ergonomic grip, and the factory mounting points allow installation in place of the original part without additional modifications. In practice, this means:

• maintaining correct geometry relative to the door panel,
• proper cooperation with the existing lock mechanism,
• the possibility of using factory mounting points.

This solution facilitates the work of body and paint shops, as well as workshops specializing in the BMW brand, and users performing replacements in a garage setting.

Original Origin and Replacement Numbers

The door handle comes from the BMW line and is a part compliant with the manufacturer's factory standards. It has a dedicated OEM part number and assigned replacement numbers, which simplifies compatibility verification with a specific trim level and vehicle year. This allows for precise selection of the part for a specific vehicle, minimizing the risk of incorrect fitment.

Condition and Benefits of Choosing a Used Part

The item is offered as a used part, which is a cost-effective solution while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. In practice, this allows for:

• reducing repair costs while maintaining the factory appearance,
• preserving the original body lines and model character,
• a more sustainable approach to vehicle operation through the reuse of functional components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area on your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as exterior handles, covers, or decorative inserts, check the available parts in the BMW Door Handles category.

To better understand the relationship between body components and driving comfort, as well as steering system operation, it is worth reading the practical advice in the article Steering System and Power Steering – How It Works and What Fails?, which discusses diagnostics, part examples, and typical wear symptoms.