BMW X6 E71 Rear Door Trim Strip Cover Right O/S Side Silver/Black 7227173

BMW X6 E71 Rear Door Trim Strip Cover Right O/S Side Silver/Black is an original body trim component designed for installation on the right side of the rear door pair. This factory-made trim, featuring an elegant combination of silver and black, helps maintain a consistent body appearance while providing solid protection for the door edge. Thanks to its precise fit for the specific BMW X6 E71 model, it serves as a practical and aesthetic solution for post-accident repairs or the replacement of worn-out parts.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7227176
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7227176
• Substitutable numbers: 51427227176, 7227176, 51427974910, 7974910
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Door Panel
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented trim cover is dedicated to the rear, right side of the vehicle, which guarantees proper alignment with the door edge and adjacent body components. The design, prepared for factory mounting points, facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original side line of the BMW X6 E71 without the need for modifications. The item belongs to the Door upholstery group, meaning it affects not only the exterior appearance but also the proper finishing of the contact zone between the door and the body. Proper adjustment of the trim geometry helps reduce the risk of play, unwanted vibrations, and leaks in the door area.

Protective function and visual appeal

The door trim cover performs an important protective function – it secures the lower and side edge of the door against minor mechanical damage, abrasions, and the influence of external factors. The use of a contrasting silver and black finish highlights the characteristic side line of the BMW X6 E71, improving the visual consistency of the entire bodywork. Thanks to the retention of the factory profile, the trim integrates well with other finishing elements, which is particularly important during post-collision repairs or the replacement of individual components. Original styling allows for restoring the vehicle's appearance to a state close to factory condition, without the "mismatched" replacement effect.

Installation characteristics

The cover has been designed as an element intended for a specific model and side of the vehicle, which facilitates work for a workshop or a person performing the repair independently. Precise reproduction of the door shape and factory mounting points:

• facilitates proper positioning of the trim relative to the door edge,
• reduces the risk of material stress,
• promotes stable seating of the element in the long term of operation. Such a solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a single trim after mechanical damage, when the goal is to maintain even gaps and proper door closing.

Condition and use in repairs

The item comes from dismantling, which makes it an attractive cost alternative to new parts while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. The used door trim cover will work well both in post-accident repairs and during gradual body renovation, when the priority is matching the factory BMW finish. Choosing an original trim from the secondary market allows for reducing the risk of installation problems typical of cheaper replacements, while simultaneously maintaining the visual consistency of the entire side part of the vehicle.

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