BMW E90 E91 Door Trim Strip Rear Right O/S Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34 7121478

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. BMW E90 E91 Door Trim Strip Rear Right O/S Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34 is an original body trim component designed for the rear right side of 3 Series sedans and wagons. Thanks to the factory paint finish in Arktis Arctic Metallic A34, this trim strip helps maintain a consistent body appearance and aesthetically completes the door line. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, addressing corrosion spots, or replacing damaged decorative elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7121478-AM
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7121478
• Substitutable numbers: 51426970558, 6970558, 51427121478, 7121478, EM, 528506
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Trim Strip
• Color: Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34
• Category: Trim

Purpose and compatibility with BMW 3 Series

The presented trim strip is a part from the Claddings, decorative strips, and trims group, specifically designed for the side body area of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation. Its placement on the vehicle is the rear right door, which facilitates clear identification of the part when planning repairs or replacements. Its original BMW origin ensures the correct profile, geometry, and mounting points, which translates into a proper fit with the door panel and adjacent body components. As a result, installation is predictable, without the need for modifications or adjustments.

Arktis Arctic Metallic A34 color and visual appeal

The factory color Arktis Arctic Metallic – A34 is a distinctive metallic shade used on the BMW 3 Series, which complements the body lines and emphasizes the premium character of the vehicle. Using a trim strip in the same paint code allows you to:

• minimize color differences between body panels,
• reduce or completely eliminate the need for repainting,
• maintain a consistent, factory-original look for the side of the vehicle. For body shops and car owners who care about aesthetics, this is a convenient solution that shortens repair time and facilitates quality control of the final result.

Functional characteristics and application

The rear right door trim strip serves both a decorative and protective function. It protects the door edge from minor mechanical damage and masks structural joints, improving the visual continuity of the surface. In practice, it is particularly useful for:

• post-collision repairs in the rear side area of the vehicle,
• body restoration after corrosion spots or paint chips,
• restoring the original look of the car after unprofessional modifications. The used condition means the part comes from dismantling, which is cost-effective while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. For many BMW owners, this is a reasonable compromise between price and preserving the factory character of the vehicle.

Why choose an original BMW trim strip

Compared to aftermarket replacements, the original BMW door trim strip provides:

• proper fit to the door contours and shape,
• visual consistency with other trim elements,
• compatibility with factory mounting points. Additionally, using a component from the same styling group as other claddings and decorative strips makes it easier to maintain a uniform finish standard for the entire side of the vehicle, which is important for both aesthetics and potential resale value. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side door area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trim strips, check out the available parts in the BMW Claddings, decorative strips, and trims category.

Practical tips for choosing used parts

When selecting used body components, it is worth paying attention to color matching, vehicle placement, and brand. In the case of this trim strip, all these criteria are clearly defined, making it easier to match to a specific 3 Series unit. For users who are also considering purchasing used fuel system components for other repairs, a guide describing the safe selection of such parts may be helpful – you can find it in the article "Fuel dosing problems: what to look for when buying a used injection pump and fuel rails?".

Summary

BMW E90 E91 Door Trim Strip Rear Right O/S Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34 is a practical choice for repairs and restoration of the side body of the 3 Series. Its original BMW origin, correct vehicle placement, and factory metallic color allow for restoring a consistent door appearance and maintaining the model's characteristic styling, while simultaneously reducing costs through the use of a pre-owned part.