BMW E87 LCI M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Black Sapphire - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E87 LCI Right M-Sport Side Skirt Trim - 475 is an original body part from the M line, designed for installation on the right side of the facelifted BMW 1 Series model. The side skirt in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color maintains paint consistency and the characteristic dynamic look of the M-Sport version, while facilitating professional repair or restoration of the factory styling.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0033556-BS7
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0033556
• Substitutable numbers: 51770033556, 0033556
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW E87 LCI

The presented side skirt has been specifically designed for the facelifted BMW 1 Series E87 equipped with the M-Sport package. This part is intended for the right side of the vehicle, ensuring proper alignment with factory mounting points and other aerodynamic body components.

Thanks to its original geometry, the trim maintains the correct sill line, which is important both visually and functionally – it facilitates entry and exit, protects the lower body from dirt, and works in conjunction with factory mudflaps and covers.

Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 Color

The trim is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, a color characteristic of many BMW E87 LCI models. Using the correct shade of metallic paint minimizes the need for additional painting work and helps maintain a uniform appearance of the entire vehicle side.

For owners of cars with the same paint code, this means the possibility of an aesthetic replacement of a damaged sill without the need for a full repaint from scratch, which shortens repair time and simplifies the body restoration process.

Part Characteristics and Practical Application

As part of the Mudflaps category, the side skirt works with elements that protect the lower body parts from water, mud, and minor mechanical damage. A properly installed trim stabilizes the sill line and is an essential part of the M styling package, influencing the visual perception of the entire vehicle side.

In practice, the installation of this part is chosen in situations such as:

• repairing damage after a collision or scuffing of the sill,
• restoring the completeness of the M-Sport package after previous modifications,
• body restoration on used cars where the original right-side trim was missing.

Used Condition and Benefits of Choosing OEM Parts

The part is offered in used condition, allowing for an economical restoration of the vehicle's factory appearance while maintaining original BMW specifications. Choosing this type of OEM part offers:

• guaranteed fitment for the E87 LCI body with M-Sport package,
• preservation of the original sill lines and proportions,
• visual consistency with other elements of the styling package.

For users who want certainty of compliance with manufacturer documentation, OEM markings and interchangeable numbers visible in the product's technical specifications can be helpful.

How to Verify Compatibility by VIN and OEM Number

To be fully certain that this side skirt will be suitable for a specific BMW model, it is advisable to compare the data with the manufacturer's catalog or use the vehicle's VIN. When selecting body parts, it is particularly important to consider the body version, installation side, and styling package.

If you need a simple step-by-step guide on how to check part compatibility by VIN and OEM number, the following guide will be helpful: Guide: How to Select the Correct Car Part by VIN and OEM Number.

If you are assembling the right and left sides of the body or want to supplement missing sill protection elements on your facelifted BMW 1 Series, check the available parts in the BMW Mudflaps category.