BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Entrance Cover 320Si Rear Left N/S 7183113

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Entrance Cover 320Si Rear Left N/S is an original body component designed for installation in the rear left sill area of BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI (facelift) models. This factory sill cover provides proper body edge finishing, protecting the sill zone against mechanical damage and external factors. Thanks to its OEM design, it ensures a secure fit to factory mounting points and a consistent appearance with other body elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7183113
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7183113
• Substitutable numbers: 7183113, 51477183113
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the sill component

The presented sill cover is dedicated to the rear left part of the body, where it is responsible for the aesthetic and functional finishing of the sill. Its tasks include:

• protecting the sill edge against minor impacts and abrasions,
• stable closure of the body line in the door and wheel arch zone,
• maintaining factory geometry and gaps between body panels.

Thanks to a design consistent with BMW solutions, the cover works with original mounts, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the factory character of the sill finish.

Construction and fitment for BMW E90/E91 LCI

The cover has been designed specifically for E90 (sedan) and E91 (touring) facelift body versions, which translates into a precise fit to the shape of the sill and the side body line. The element covers the rear part of the sill zone on the driver or passenger side depending on the market, in accordance with the rear left placement designation on the vehicle.

Such fitment allows for:

• maintaining the continuity of creases and styling lines,
• proper adhesion to adjacent body panels,
• reducing stress at the connection points of the elements.

Performance characteristics and installation

As a component sourced from dismantling, the BMW sill cover retains the original geometry and mounting method intended by the manufacturer. This facilitates work during accident repairs, replacement of damaged sills, or restoring the car to a condition close to factory specifications.

In practice, this means that:

• installation takes place at existing body mounting points,
• there is no need to adapt universal solutions,
• it is easier to achieve an even sill line after body and paint repairs.

For body shops and services specializing in BMW, this is a practical solution that reduces the time required for component adjustment and limits the risk of body geometry issues.

Application in BMW repairs and restoration

The rear left sill cover is used both for standard maintenance repairs and more extensive restoration work. It is suitable for, among others:

• replacing a damaged sill after a collision or due to corrosion,
• recreating the original appearance of the side body section,
• preparing the car for sale or rebuilding after body repairs.

Thanks to maintaining the original BMW design, the element helps to maintain the visual consistency of the entire side body zone, which is important for both aesthetic and functional reasons.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, trims, or additional moldings, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Technical support and construction knowledge

When selecting body components for premium cars such as the BMW 3 Series, it is worth knowing the structural differences between individual versions and model lines. In the context of comparing technical solutions in the sports and performance car segment, an article describing the construction of engines, brakes, and chassis in competing models may be helpful. You can find more on this topic in the material Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which allows for a better understanding of manufacturers' approaches to designing key components.