BMW X3 Series E83 Side Panel Fender Wing Front Right O/S Bluewater Blue - 896

Front right fender for BMW X3 E83 in Bluewater Blue Metallic is an original body component designed for precise installation on the passenger side. Thanks to its factory profiling and exact fit to the body lines, it ensures a consistent vehicle appearance and proper alignment of the hood, door, and bumper edges. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, or replacing corroded parts.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3403736-WB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3403736
• Substitutable numbers: 41353403736, 3403736, 41003403740, 3403740
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for BMW X3 E83

The presented item is a front right-side fender, designed specifically for the BMW X3 E83 series. The construction is based on factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining correct gaps between the hood, doors, and bumper. Original stampings and contours guarantee that the body line remains consistent with the manufacturer's design.

As part of the Front fenders group, this component is responsible for shielding the wheel, guiding airflow along the side of the vehicle, and protecting the wheel arch area from water and debris. Replacing a damaged fender with an original component allows for restoring the proper geometry of this body zone.

Bluewater Metallic color – benefits for repair

The fender is finished in the factory Bluewater Metallic (code 896) shade. For the user, this means:

• easier visual matching to the existing body paint,
• the possibility of limiting the scope of painting during minor corrections,
• a consistent vehicle appearance after repair, especially in the front right corner area.

The metallic paint coating harmonizes well with the character of the BMW X3, emphasizing its side line and light reflections on the fender edges.

Characteristics of the used body component

The offered fender is a used part, sourced from disassembly. This type of component is a good choice for economical repairs, where maintaining original geometry and material is important while reducing costs compared to a new part. A used fender allows you to:

• maintain factory stiffness and body fitment,
• ensure compatibility with original mounts and accessories,
• minimize the time required for adjustments during bodywork.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface condition and mounting points, as well as preparation for any potential paint work in accordance with workshop technology.

Application in bodywork and restoration repairs

Replacing the front right fender in a BMW X3 E83 is a typical stage in repairs following a front-side collision or in cases of advanced corrosion in the wheel arch area. Using an original element from the Front fenders group facilitates:

• recreating factory lines and gaps between panels,
• correct alignment of the headlight, bumper, and hood relative to each other,
• maintaining proper alignment of the front passenger door edge.

Thanks to this, the vehicle retains aesthetics consistent with the manufacturer's design and correct aerodynamic properties in the front part of the body after repair.

Repair expansion – BMW Front fenders

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch and front corner area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, covers, or compatible skins, check out the available parts in the BMW Front fenders category.

Knowledge about used parts – professional support

When selecting disassembled parts for premium class cars, it is worth using proven sources and reliable information about vehicle servicing using original components. If you are interested in how to effectively manage maintenance costs for a premium segment car while maintaining high-quality repairs, check out the article Luxury within reach – how to service a Porsche legend using proven used parts, which discusses a practical approach to using used parts in service.