BMW X3 Series E83 Door Rear Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

BMW X3 Series E83 Door Rear Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. Finished in the factory Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color, it allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of a damaged panel without the need for costly repainting of the entire side of the car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3449337-BS4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3449337
• Substitutable numbers: 41003449337, 3449337, 41003404895, 3404895
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW X3 E83

The presented item is designed as a rear left door for the BMW X3 E83 generation, maintaining factory geometry and mounting points. This ensures proper alignment with the body line, sills, pillar, and rear fender, as well as correct positioning of hinges, the lock, and seals. As a result, installation is predictable, and the risk of issues with gap adjustment or door closing is minimized.

Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color and aesthetic value

The door comes in the original Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint, characteristic of many BMW X3 E83 models. Retaining the factory metallic shade often allows for avoiding a full repaint of the component, which reduces repair time and costs. The metallic black effectively masks minor shade differences at the contact points with adjacent panels, which is beneficial for accident repairs and restoration projects.

Technical characteristics and installation

The door belongs to the Doors and door panels group, meaning it is a structural side panel with factory-prepared mounting points for hinges, the lock, the door check, and internal wiring. Its placement in the rear, left side of the vehicle requires maintaining appropriate rigidity and geometry to ensure proper sealing and compatibility with the rear seat and interior door cards.

As a used part, the door is sourced from vehicle dismantling, which preserves the original body structure and factory stampings. This type of component is particularly useful for repairs following side collisions, where replacing the entire door shell is necessary instead of local bodywork repair.

Benefits of using original BMW doors

Using an original door in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 offers a range of practical benefits:

• preservation of the factory body line and characteristic BMW X3 E83 stampings,
• reduction in the scope of paintwork required due to the matched color,
• certainty regarding compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and seals,
• the ability to accelerate the repair process compared to repairing and straightening heavily damaged doors.

For users considering the choice between a new or used part, our guide may be helpful: Car parts – new or used? Comparing costs, quality, and durability, which discusses the differences in costs, availability, and durability of various solutions.

Expanding repairs within BMW door components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as shells, frames, or other door panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.