BMW E65 Bumper Guard Strip Rear Left N/S Moulding Black Sapphire - 475 7135605

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E65 Bumper Guard Strip Rear Left N/S Moulding Black Sapphire - 475 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the rear left section of the bumper. Thanks to its factory fitment and Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 finish, it allows for a visually and technically consistent repair of the vehicle's rear zone.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0136751-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0136751
• Substitutable numbers: 51120136751, 0136751, 7135605
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The bumper guard strip mounted on the rear left side is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the bumper edge and proper alignment of the body lines. A correctly selected component helps maintain even gaps between panels, which is important for both appearance and the proper mounting of adjacent components.

The original design dedicated to the BMW E65 series ensures compatibility with factory mounting points, which facilitates bodywork and painting tasks and reduces the need for additional adjustments.

Color and visual fitment

The finish in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 allows for consistency with the vehicle's paint in the same color code. For workshops and users, this means the possibility of precisely matching the strip to the existing paintwork, without the risk of noticeable tonal differences when the repair is performed correctly.

The metallic black blends well with the styling line of the BMW E65, emphasizing the characteristic contours of the rear bodywork and ensuring a uniform, orderly appearance of the bumper zone.

Installation characteristics

The placement on the vehicle in the rear left part of the bumper means that the strip works in conjunction with other bumper housing elements and reinforcements. The design provided by the vehicle manufacturer allows for:

• maintaining the correct geometry of the bumper edge,
• stable mounting at factory points,
• easier control of gaps and body lines after repair.

The component is suitable both for local replacement of a damaged strip and for broader work within the rear body area, where restoring the original bumper layout is required.

Condition and use in repairs

The strip is offered as a used part, which is a cost-effective solution for economical vehicle repair, especially in the case of older BMW E65 models. Using an original component from the secondary market allows for maintaining factory fitment while reducing costs compared to new parts.

Such a solution is often chosen by workshops specializing in BMW accident repairs, where compliance with the vehicle's construction and the possibility of quick installation without modifications are key.

Integration with other BMW body components

The rear left bumper guard strip works with other components from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, creating a complete protective and styling system for the rear of the vehicle. When planning a repair, it is worth considering the condition of adjacent elements so that the entire rear zone is visually and technically consistent after the work is completed.

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

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