BMW E90 E91 LCI Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Montegoblau Blue Metallic - A51

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 E91 LCI Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Montegoblau Blue Metallic - A51 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the right side of BMW 3 Series models after the facelift (LCI). Finished in the factory Montegoblau Metallic - A51 color, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct repair of the sill area without the need for color matching from a universal palette.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0037060-MTB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0037060
• Substitutable numbers: 51770037060, 0037060, 51777202652, 7202652
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the sill component

The right sill strip on the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI is responsible for protecting the lower edge of the bodywork in the door area and for the aesthetic finish of the side line. This component operates in demanding conditions – it is exposed to dirt, minor impacts, and atmospheric factors, which is why its proper fit and stable mounting are important for both the appearance and durability of the bodywork.

The offered sill strip is a dismantled part, which ensures its dimensional compatibility with factory mounting points and proper fitment with the doors and other side panels. As a result, the original geometry of the sill line characteristic of BMW is maintained after installation.

Montegoblau Metallic - A51 color and visual matching

The factory Montegoblau Metallic - A51 paint is a distinctive, metallic shade of blue used by BMW, which emphasizes the dynamic character of the body. Using a strip in the same color allows for a reduction in paintwork requirements – in many cases, only correction and polishing are sufficient, instead of full repainting of the component from scratch.

For users who care about the visual consistency of the car, it is important that the sill strip in the original color makes it easier to maintain a uniform transition between the sill and the doors, without the shade differences typical of unpainted replacements. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, spot renovations, or replacing a damaged component on the right side.

Placement on the vehicle and assembly aspects

The component is intended for installation on the right side of the vehicle, in the lower part of the body, in the sill area. Such placement requires precise adjustment to the shape of the bodywork and maintaining appropriate gaps relative to the front and rear doors. The original geometry of the sill strip facilitates installation and allows for achieving even, factory lines.

The sill strip belongs to the group of body components that are often replaced during local body repairs – especially after parking damage, scratches, or corrosion in the lower part of the doors and sills. Using an original component from the same model series minimizes the risk of fitment problems and limits the need for additional modifications.

Product characteristics and practical application

The offered BMW sill strip is a used part, which in practice means a favorable cost-to-quality ratio while maintaining factory specifications. This is a particularly attractive solution for repairing older vehicles, where the priority is technically correct body reconstruction and maintaining the original look, without the need to invest in new, expensive components.

The element from the Doors and door panels category will work well both for post-accident repairs and for the gradual renovation of the side part of the body. It can be used as a replacement for a damaged sill strip or as a part prepared for repainting as part of a wider scope of body and paint work.

Complementary BMW body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

For drivers interested in a broader look at vehicle construction, the relationship between the body and vehicle handling, and the impact of body rigidity on driving precision, an article describing the operation of the steering system and power steering may be helpful – you can find it here: Steering system and power steering – how it works and what goes wrong?.