BMW F40 Side Panel Bracket Holder Front Right O/S Storm Bay Metallic - C3N

BMW F40 Side Panel Bracket Holder Front Right O/S Storm Bay Metallic - C3N is an original body component designed for the front right side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory-fit design for the BMW F40 and precise Storm Bay Metallic – C3N finish, the bracket ensures consistent panel geometry and paint aesthetics. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, alignment adjustments, or replacing damaged mounting components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7450380-SBA
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7450380
• Substitutable numbers: 7450380, 41007450380
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Storm Bay Metallic - C3N
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented bracket is intended for installation in the front right body section of the BMW F40. It is responsible for providing stable support for the side section of the panel, which is crucial for both proper alignment with adjacent parts and maintaining the correct body line. A properly selected bracket reduces the risk of vibrations, unwanted play, and uneven gaps between panels. The component is particularly useful in situations where local mounting damage or structural deformation has occurred within the front corner, or when it is necessary to replace a single bracket without interfering with larger body sections.

Storm Bay Metallic – C3N color

The bracket is finished in the factory Storm Bay Metallic – C3N color, characteristic of selected BMW F40 configurations. Using the original metallic shade makes it easier to maintain visual consistency with other body parts, which is important for repairs where minimizing the scope of painting is desired. For body shops and vehicle owners who care about aesthetics, this means the ability to achieve a more precise match to the existing paint coating and reduce shade differences typical of non-factory replacements.

Benefits of using an original BMW bracket

Using an original side bracket in the BMW F40 provides a range of practical assembly and operational benefits:

• factory fit for the geometry of the front right body section,
• maintenance of proper panel line guidance and gaps between elements,
• reduced need for additional modifications or mounting adjustments,
• color consistency with the Storm Bay Metallic – C3N paint,
• possibility of replacing a single load-bearing component without interfering with the entire panel structure. For service centers specializing in the BMW brand and users who value compliance with factory specifications, this is a solution that facilitates maintaining the original character of the body and proper component alignment.

Condition and use in repairs

The offered bracket is a used original component, which in practice means a beneficial combination of the build quality characteristic of factory parts and an attractive price compared to new components. This type of solution is often chosen for post-accident repairs, where both proper fit and cost optimization are important. The component can be used for:

• repairs after collisions in the front right corner,
• adjustments of front panel alignment after previous repairs,
• local replacement of a damaged bracket without the need to replace the entire panel.

Service work expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional brackets, mounts, or covers, check the available parts in the Other BMW category. When planning broader modifications or comparing structural solutions of different brands, comparative material regarding sports versions of vehicles may be helpful – you can find more on this topic in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.