BMW X3 F25 M Sport Rear Door Strip Trim Moulding Right O/S Black Sapphire - 475

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. BMW X3 F25 M Sport Rear Door Strip Trim Moulding Right O/S Black Sapphire is an original body component from the Protective and decorative strips group, designed for installation on the right side of the rear part of the vehicle. The Black Sapphire Metallic paint finish ensures consistency with the factory bodywork and helps maintain the characteristic, dynamic look of the M Sport version.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8048156-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8048156
• Substitutable numbers: 8048156
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and fitment for BMW X3 F25 M Sport

The presented strip has been designed specifically for the BMW X3 F25 model with the M Sport package, taking into account the geometry of the rear door on the right side. This ensures that the correct body lines are maintained, and the component fits the factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications. Placement in the rear right zone allows for an aesthetic finish to the lower edge of the door and maintains a consistent look for the entire side of the vehicle, which is particularly important in M Sport versions, where body details have a distinctly sporty character.

Protective and aesthetic function of the strip

The strip from the Protective and decorative strips category serves both a visual and functional purpose. It protects the lower part of the rear door against typical operational damage, such as minor dings or scratches occurring during daily vehicle use. At the same time, it is a visible finishing element that emphasizes the side line of the body. The Black Sapphire Metallic finish is consistent with the factory BMW paint palette, which allows for a uniform shade across the entire body surface. This is especially important when replacing a single element, when you want to ensure visual consistency without the need for additional painting of the entire side of the vehicle.

Characteristics of the Black Sapphire Metallic color

The Black Sapphire Metallic color is a popular, dark metallic paint used in many BMW models, including the BMW X3 F25. It is characterized by a deep black with a metallic effect that highlights the body's contours and edges under light. Using a strip in this shade allows you to maintain the original appearance of the vehicle and avoid tonal differences between individual elements. For owners of M Sport versions, this is of particular importance – color consistency on side elements affects the perception of the entire silhouette of the car, and a properly selected door strip helps maintain the sporty, orderly character of the side line.

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing a used part

The element comes from the BMW brand and is a used part, which means it was previously used in a vehicle. Such components are often chosen for body repairs because they allow for maintaining the original manufacturer's specification while reducing costs compared to new parts. In the case of body strips, it is important to maintain the correct profile and compatibility with factory mounts, which is ensured by a component sourced from the dismantling of a vehicle of the same brand. If you want to better take care of the durability of installed dismantled parts, it is worth reading practical tips on maintenance and operation – you will find them in the article How to extend the life of used car parts, which discusses proven ways to care for body components and other systems.

Installation and maintenance tips

Before installing the strip, it is recommended to thoroughly clean the door surface and check the condition of the mounting points. Proper seating of the element minimizes the risk of looseness, rattling, or leaks, and also affects the aesthetics of the side line. In the case of metallic paint, it is also worth ensuring proper care – regular washing, the use of mild cleaning agents, and periodic protection of the protective coating help maintain an even shine and reduce the visibility of minor scratches. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW protective and decorative strips category.

Additional materials and technical knowledge

When working on the body, repairs in other vehicle systems, including the fuel system, are often carried out in parallel. If you are considering using dismantled components in this area, a guide on selecting fuel elements may be helpful – detailed information can be found in the article Fuel dosing problems: what to look for when buying a used injection pump and fuel rails?, which discusses key aspects of safely choosing used parts.