Front Grille BMW F30 F31 Bumper Kidney Cover Frame Left N/S Sport Chrome 7260497

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Front Grille BMW F30 F31 Bumper Kidney Cover Frame Left N/S Sport Chrome is an original component from the Grilles and radiator covers group, designed for installation on the left side of the front bodywork. The chrome finish highlights the styling line of the F30/F31 series, ensuring a consistent look with factory equipment and a secure fit within the bumper and front panel structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7260497
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7260497
• Substitutable numbers: 7260497, 51137260497
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and fitment

The presented left kidney grille is structurally matched to the front of the vehicle, where it serves both an aesthetic and protective function for the radiator area. The component was designed specifically for BMW vehicles of the F30/F31 family, ensuring it maintains the correct geometry, mounting points, and the characteristic division of the grille slats.

Placement in the Front, Left area guarantees proper alignment with the right kidney grille, hood, and bumper, which is crucial for post-accident repairs and restoring the factory front-end lines of the vehicle.

Finish and visual characteristics

The chrome surface in Chrome color provides an elegant look characteristic of BMW, which harmonizes well with both light and dark body paints. Properly shaped grille slats create a cohesive front that emphasizes the width of the car and gives it a dynamic character.

As an item from the Grilles and radiator covers category, the kidney grille combines decorative and practical functions – it protects the front radiator zone against minor mechanical damage and external factors while maintaining proper airflow.

Condition and benefits of choosing a used component

The product is offered as a used original part, which in practice means a beneficial combination of OEM-quality craftsmanship and an attractive cost level. This type of solution is particularly advantageous for body repairs, where both fitment and the economics of the entire service operation are important.

Choosing a used kidney grille allows you to maintain visual consistency with other front-end components without the need to invest in more expensive, new parts. It is a sensible option for users who want to restore the aesthetics of their car after a collision or local damage while keeping the budget under control.

Function in the cooling and body system

Although the kidney grille is primarily a styling element, its design is important for proper airflow to the radiator zone and engine compartment. Properly designed grille slots support stable operating conditions for the cooling system while limiting the ingress of larger debris into the front panel area.

Stable mounting in the front body section also helps maintain the proper rigidity of the hood and bumper area, which is important for precisely setting the gaps between body components.

Modernization expansion – BMW Grilles and radiator covers

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional grilles, covers, or central grille sections, check out the available parts in the BMW Grilles and radiator covers category.

New or used – how to choose the right component?

When choosing between a new and a used kidney grille, it is worth considering not only the purchase cost but also the quality of workmanship, fitment, and expected service life. Original, used BMW components often offer a very favorable price-to-durability ratio, especially in the case of body parts that are not subjected to high mechanical loads.

If you want to better compare the advantages of new and used body parts and assess which solution will be optimal for your car, check out the article New or used? A comparison of costs and quality of car parts, where you will find detailed comparisons and practical tips.