Front Bumper Grille BMW F10 F11 Kidney Radiator Air Inlet Right O/S 7200728

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Front Bumper Grille BMW F10 F11 Kidney Radiator Air Inlet Right O/S is an original front body panel component designed for installation on the right side of 5 Series models. As part of the Grilles and radiator covers group, it is responsible for proper airflow to the engine compartment and maintaining the consistent, characteristic look of the BMW front end. This solution allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged kidney grille without interfering with the bumper or hood structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7200728
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7200728
• Substitutable numbers: 7200728, 51137200728, 7203650, 51137203650
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and function of the component

The presented right kidney grille is designed for installation in the front part of the body, on the passenger side. It is responsible for:

• stable mounting in factory mounting points in the front panel,
• directing the airflow towards the radiator and engine compartment,
• maintaining the factory design line characteristic of the BMW F10/F11 series.

Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's solutions, the kidney grille works with other front bumper components without causing stress or leaks around the hood and headlights.

Construction and fitment for BMW

The grille has been developed specifically for the BMW brand, maintaining the correct dimensions, shape, and rib geometry. Proper profiling of the frame and mesh ensures:

• precise fitment with the left kidney grille and decorative trims,
• proper adherence to the bumper and hood without the need for modifications,
• maintaining a consistent vehicle front appearance after replacing a damaged component.

As an item in the Grilles and radiator covers category, the kidney grille is important from both an aesthetic and technical point of view – an incorrectly selected grille can disrupt airflow and cause unwanted vibrations.

Condition, installation, and service application

The offered kidney grille is a used part, making it a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged grille, or restoring the car to factory condition after local modifications. The component is intended for installation in factory mounting points, which facilitates service work and reduces replacement time.

In workshop practice, the kidney grille can be used both for body and paint repairs and for replacing individual front panel components when only one side of the grille has been damaged. Using the original design helps avoid fitment problems typical of aftermarket parts with imprecise dimensions.

Benefits of using an original BMW kidney grille

Choosing this right kidney grille for the BMW F10/F11 provides a number of practical advantages:

• factory fitment – compatibility with the body line and adjacent components,
• stable mounting – reduced risk of looseness and vibrations at higher speeds,
• preservation of the characteristic BMW front look,
• suitability for use in professional body and service repairs.

This solution is particularly recommended when you want to maintain a consistent vehicle appearance and proper cooling system operation, without compromises resulting from the use of random aftermarket replacements.

Related components and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front panel area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as grilles, covers, or additional inserts, check the available parts in the BMW Grilles and radiator covers category.

For users interested in deepening their knowledge about diagnostics and component selection by catalog and OEM numbers, an article describing the principles of identification and operation of vehicle system components may be helpful – you can find it here: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.