BMW E87N E87 LCI Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Montegoblau Montego Blue - A51

BMW E87N E87 LCI Left Sill Montegoblau Blue A51 is an original body part from the Doors and Door Panels group, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. The Montegoblau Metallic A51 paint allows for color consistency of the body, facilitating visual matching after body repairs. The used sill is a practical solution for replacing a damaged part in facelifted (LCI) BMW 1 Series E87 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036145-MTB3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036145
• Substitutable numbers: 51770036145, 0036145
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Technical Characteristics and Fitment

The presented left sill is designed as a structural component of the sill area, integrating with the factory mounting points in the body of the facelifted BMW 1 Series E87. Its placement on the driver's side ensures accurate reproduction of factory geometry, which is crucial for both body rigidity and proper alignment with the doors and other side panels.

Montegoblau Metallic A51 is a distinctive metallic blue shade used by BMW, which helps to minimize the scope of potential paintwork, especially when the repair only concerns a section of the sill area. This allows the part to be used for both accident repairs and sill replacement due to corrosion.

Function in Body Structure

The left sill in the BMW E87 LCI plays an important role in the side body structure, contributing to:

• the load-bearing part of the sill area,
• support for the lower edge of the door,
• a protective element against mechanical damage in the lower part of the car body.

A well-chosen, original part from the Doors and Door Panels group helps maintain the correct body line and proper door closure on the driver's side. This is important for both aesthetics and interior sealing and acoustics.

Practical Application and Installation

The used Montegoblau Metallic A51 left sill is suitable for body and paint shops as well as individual users undertaking repairs to the side structure of the facelifted BMW 1 Series E87. The part can be used for:

• repairs after side collisions in the lower part of the body,
• removing corrosion spots in the sill area,
• renovating the sill area in vehicles operated in harsh conditions.

Due to its factory origin, the sill is designed for installation in the original mounting points, which simplifies bodywork and helps maintain the correct body geometry after the repair is completed.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Sill

Using an original left sill in Montegoblau Metallic A51 allows for:

• a cohesive appearance of the side body after repair,
• better alignment with the factory door and fender lines,
• preservation of the structural parameters of the sill area.

For facelifted BMW 1 Series E87 vehicles, choosing a part from the same body generation reduces the risk of fitment issues and facilitates quality control of the performed repair.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as covers, trims, or additional moldings, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and Door Panels category.

To better understand the impact of body and chassis components on driving comfort and safety, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding the operation of suspension, shock absorbers, and guiding elements, described in the article Suspension System – A Comprehensive Guide to Shock Absorbers, Control Arms, and Stabilizers.