BMW F01 F10 Outside Door Handle Rear Left N/S Carbonschwarz Black - 416

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW F01 F10 Outside Door Handle Rear Left N/S Carbonschwarz Black - 416 is an original door handle from the BMW group, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle body. The component, finished in the elegant Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 color, ensures a consistent look for the bodywork and a factory-perfect fit to the door lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7231929-CAR2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7231929
• Substitutable numbers: 51217231929, 7231929, 51217297439, 7297439, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented handle is designed as a body component for BMW F-series models, with the vehicle placement specified as the rear left side. Thanks to a design that complies with the manufacturer's factory standards, proper alignment with the door panel, window lines, and seals is maintained, which reduces the risk of leaks and unwanted gaps.

Its original BMW origin ensures seamless integration with existing mounts and the opening mechanism, without the need for modifications or fitting aftermarket replacements with uncertain geometry.

Color and finish Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416

The handle is finished in Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416, a color characteristic of the BMW paint palette. The metallic black blends well with both dark and lighter body shades, and given the proper condition of the paint on the car, it allows for an aesthetic replacement of a damaged component without the need for additional painting, or with minimal effort.

Choosing a handle in the same color code makes it easier to maintain a uniform paint surface across the entire door panel, which is important for post-accident repairs and for maintaining the visual consistency of a premium vehicle.

Functional characteristics and installation

As a product in the Door handles category, it is responsible for the proper opening and closing of the door, as well as providing an ergonomic grip during daily vehicle use. The design intended for installation in the rear left part of the body allows for maintaining the factory geometry of the mechanism's operation and the proper routing of cables and internal components.

The used nature of the part allows for an economical repair while maintaining original manufacturing quality. In many cases, installation comes down to swapping the handle into the place of the damaged component, using existing mounting points and factory design solutions.

Benefits of using an original BMW handle

• Factory fitment to the body lines and door structure.
• Color consistency thanks to the use of Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 paint.
• Possibility of economical replacement of a damaged handle while maintaining manufacturer standards.
• Reduced risk of installation problems typical of replacements with different geometry.

Expanding the scope of repair

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional handles, covers, or related mechanism parts, check out the available parts in the BMW door handles category.

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