BMW E88 Z4 E89 E93 Reinforcement Brace is a component from the category of longitudinal body frame parts and brackets, designed for installation in the front right part of the vehicle's structure. Designed as a factory reinforcement, it stabilizes a critical area of the body, improving the rigidity and steering precision of BMW E88, Z4 E89, and E93 series cars.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 7135648
- Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 7135648
- Substitutable numbers: 51617135648, 7135648
- Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
- Category: Frame Rails & Subframes
Purpose and Function of the Reinforcement
The reinforcement brace operates in the front right body zone, connecting key structural points. Its purpose is to limit unwanted longitudinal deformations of the body frame parts and brackets during driving, braking, and encountering uneven surfaces.
Such stiffening translates to:
- increased rigidity of the front body section in the suspension mounting area,
- more predictable car behavior during dynamic maneuvers,
- better suspension interaction with the body structure, contributing to driving stability.
Construction and Fitment for BMW Body
This element belongs to the group of longitudinal body frame parts and brackets, making it structurally adapted to the factory mounting points in the BMW models for which it is intended. The brace's geometry is consistent with the manufacturer's original design, facilitating installation and ensuring proper load transfer.
This solution allows for maintaining:
- structural integrity of the body with other frame elements,
- correct front-end geometry after body and mechanical repairs,
- compatibility with factory mounting points without the need for structural modifications.
Condition of the Part and Service Application
The offered reinforcement brace is a used part, making it a sensible choice for post-accident repairs or restoring the original body rigidity in older BMW models. A used part of this class allows for an economical yet technically correct reconstruction of the vehicle's front structure.
In practice, it will be particularly useful in situations where:
- replacement of a damaged reinforcement is necessary after a collision in the front right part of the car,
- unsettling noises or play appear due to body movement in the area of the longitudinal members and brackets,
- factory structural rigidity is being restored in heavily used vehicles.
Benefits of Using an Original Reinforcement
Choosing an original reinforcement brace from this structural group offers a range of practical benefits:
- factory fit for BMW body – no geometry or installation issues,
- maintaining manufacturer-designed rigidity in the front of the vehicle,
- more stable handling at higher speeds and during sudden changes in direction,
- optimal load transfer from the suspension to the body structure.
Related BMW Longitudinal Body Frame Parts and Brackets
If you are looking for other BMW longitudinal body frame parts and brackets for comprehensive front-end structural repair or to expand your service work, check out our category BMW Longitudinal Body Frame Parts and Brackets, where you will find a wide selection of structural elements adapted to various models of this brand.
Used Structural Components and Repair Economics
When planning structural repairs, it is worth considering a strategy similar to that used for other brands – this is described in detail in the article Volkswagen – Solidity and Reliability. Why Used VW Parts are a Sensible Choice?. The conclusions regarding cost-effectiveness, selection of used components, and their installation can be successfully applied to used BMW structural components, such as reinforcements and brackets.
