BMW E90 E91 LCI Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Bluewater Blue Water

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 Left N/S Bluewater Blue Water is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the left side of post-facelift (LCI) BMW 3 Series models. Finished in the factory Bluewater Metallic - 896 color, it allows for a visually and technically consistent repair of the sill area without the need to fit aftermarket replacements of unknown origin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0037059-WB3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0037059
• Substitutable numbers: 51770037059, 0037059
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the left sill

The left sill in the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI plays a vital structural role in the side section of the body, working in conjunction with the doors, pillars, and the vehicle floor. It is responsible for the correct geometry of the door opening, the stability of the body edges, and the proper alignment of the body's visual lines.

Replacing the sill is particularly important after mechanical damage, corrosion, or accident repairs, when it is necessary to restore the rigidity and proper fitment of sheet metal components. Using an original salvaged sill facilitates alignment with factory mounting points and sheet metal joining technologies.

Bluewater Metallic - 896 color and visual matching

The component is finished in Bluewater Metallic - 896 paint, characteristic of selected BMW 3 Series configurations. Thanks to this, provided the paint coating is in good condition, it is possible to limit the scope of painting to local touch-ups or blending only the joining area, which reduces repair time and labor costs.

The factory metal shade and paint structure facilitate the work of the body technician and painter, and also allow for maintaining visual consistency with the remaining body panels. This is a particularly advantageous solution for repairs where maintaining the vehicle's original appearance is a priority.

Vehicle placement and mounting aspects

The sill is designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle, which is significant both in terms of body geometry and compatibility with factory mounting points in the post-facelift E90 (sedan) and E91 (touring) versions. Proper placement on the vehicle facilitates:

• recreating the correct sill line relative to the doors and fenders,
• maintaining correct gaps between sheet metal components,
• proper preparation of joining zones for welding or structural bonding.

The component from the Doors and door panels category is structurally adapted to work with factory doors and sill covers, which facilitates final fitment after bodywork is completed.

Characteristics of the used part

As a used part, the left sill is a sensible choice for economic repairs where the priority is to maintain the original geometry and OEM material while reducing costs. Such salvaged components are commonly used in professional body and paint shops for repairing vehicles after side collisions or for advanced sill area corrosion.

Using original sheet metal from the same model generation helps maintain the correct material thickness, the shape of the pressings, and compatibility with factory reference points on the vehicle's frame and floor.

Application in accident repairs and restorations

Sills in the BMW E90/E91 LCI are prone to damage resulting from side collisions, improper vehicle lifting, and long-term exposure to weather conditions. Using an original left sill in Bluewater Metallic allows for:

• restoring the rigidity of the side body section after accident repairs,
• recreating the factory sill line and door edges,
• limiting the scope of paintwork due to color compatibility.

This approach is particularly beneficial for vehicle restorations where the owner wants to preserve the original character and visual consistency with other body elements.

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, trims, or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

If you are preparing for a larger scope of bodywork and want to better plan the body repair using salvaged parts, it is worth checking out the practical tips in the article Bodywork and chassis – accident repairs using salvaged parts, which discusses the selection of used OEM parts and typical workshop procedures.