BMW 1 SERIES E87 E87N Door Rear Right O/S Sonora Metallic - A23

BMW 1 SERIES E87 E87N Door Rear Right O/S Sonora Metallic - A23 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the rear right side of the BMW 1 Series E87 body. This used panel in Sonora Metallic A23 color allows for a technically sound replacement of a damaged door skin without the need for costly painting from scratch, provided you maintain a similar body shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7191018-SON
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 41527191018
• Substitutable numbers: 41527191018, 7191018, 41527132342, 7132342, SON18052102
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Sonora Metallic - A23
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for the BMW E87 body

The presented rear right door is factory-designed for the BMW 1 Series E87 body, ensuring proper geometry, alignment with the car's side profile, and correct fitment with the fender, rocker panel, and pillar. Its placement on the rear right side of the vehicle means the component is ready to work with the factory hinges, lock, and seals intended for this position.

The original door construction ensures appropriate side rigidity, correct window operation, and compatibility with factory mounts for upholstery, wiring harnesses, or window regulator mechanisms (if transferred from your vehicle). This allows the replacement of the damaged component to be carried out in an orderly manner, maintaining factory mounting points.

Sonora Metallic A23 color – repair benefits

The door is finished in Sonora Metallic A23 paint, characteristic of selected BMW 1 Series configurations. For users with a body in the same paint code, this is a beneficial solution because it:

• facilitates visual matching with the remaining body panels,
• limits the scope of paint work to potential touch-ups and blending,
• shortens repair time following a collision or corrosion issues in the door area.

In the case of a different body color, these doors can serve as a solid base for repainting – the factory sheet metal structure and original anti-corrosion protection provide a good starting point for further body and paint work.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used component, the door comes from vehicle dismantling and is intended for users looking for a cost-effective solution while maintaining the original BMW construction. This type of part is particularly useful for:

• post-accident repairs in the rear right part of the body,
• removing advanced corrosion around the lower edge of the door,
• restoring the factory look of the side profile after previous unprofessional repairs.

Used doors provide a good base for further service work – after proper preparation, they can be visually and functionally matched to the current condition of your vehicle.

BMW doors and door panels – expansion and modernization of the side zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as outer skins, inner panels, or additional reinforcements, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

Practical installation and maintenance tips

When replacing the rear right door in a BMW E87, it is worth paying attention to several technical aspects:

• precise adjustment of the door relative to the rocker panel and pillar to avoid leaks and excessive wind noise,
• checking the lock operation and correct closing with standard force,
• verifying the seal adhesion around the perimeter, which affects acoustic comfort and protection against moisture.

Transferring equipment from the previous door (upholstery, wiring, lock, glass, window regulator mechanism) allows you to maintain consistency of equipment with the rest of the vehicle while replacing the door structure itself.

Summary of application in the BMW 1 Series E87

BMW 1 SERIES E87 E87N Door Rear Right O/S Sonora Metallic - A23 is a functional solution for drivers who want to restore the correct geometry and aesthetics of the rear right side of the body. The original construction, dedicated vehicle placement, and Sonora Metallic A23 paint make this component well-suited for both post-accident repairs and replacing corroded doors.

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