BMW 3 E91 LCI Touring Rear Bumper Trim Panel Karmesinrot Crimson Red - A61

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

BMW 3 E91 LCI Touring Rear Bumper Trim Panel Karmesinrot Crimson Red - A61 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory fitment for the facelifted 3 Series E91, it ensures a consistent body appearance and correct geometry of the rear impact zone. The paint in the Karmesinrot - A61 shade allows you to maintain the car's uniform styling line without the need to experiment with other colors.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036884-KAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036883
• Substitutable numbers: 51120036883, 0036883
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 E91 LCI

The presented bumper is structurally prepared for installation in the rear body section of the facelifted (LCI) BMW 3 Series E91. The appropriate mounting geometry and edge profiling allow for correct alignment with the fenders, trunk lid, and rear lighting elements. As a result, the factory body line is maintained, and installation does not require any structural modifications.

Its placement in the rear body zone helps restore proper impact protection following a collision or mechanical damage. Using an original bumper allows you to avoid fitment issues that often arise with aftermarket replacements of varying manufacturing quality.

Karmesinrot - A61 color and visual aspect

The bumper is finished in the Karmesinrot - A61 color, characteristic of selected BMW 3 Series configurations. Using the correct paint shade makes it easier to maintain visual consistency across the entire body, which is important both for aesthetics and for the potential resale of the vehicle. In many cases, this allows you to limit paintwork to a minimum or focus only on local coating matching.

A uniform color in the rear body zone contributes to the perception of the car as well-maintained and technically refined. This is particularly important for premium-class vehicles, where visual details are a key element of the overall image of the vehicle.

Technical characteristics and functional properties

The bumper belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, meaning it serves both an aesthetic and a protective function. The construction is prepared to work with factory mounting points in the rear body section, which facilitates installation and service. The properly selected weight of the component helps maintain the correct load distribution in the rear zone without interfering with the vehicle's handling characteristics.

The product has assigned part numbers and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates compatibility verification with a specific BMW 3 E91 LCI configuration. This allows you to precisely select the element for your specific vehicle, minimizing the risk of purchasing a non-fitting component.

Condition, origin, and service application

The bumper is a used part, which in practice means a favorable combination of price and the preservation of the manufacturer's original specifications. For body shops and individual users, this represents a reasonable solution for post-accident repairs, visual corrections, or restoring the car to a condition close to factory standards.

Using an original BMW component promotes proper alignment with other body elements, which translates into reduced installation time and fewer adjustments. This is especially important for repairs where both the visual effect and the correct geometry of the rear zone are essential.

Integration with other BMW body elements

Replacing the rear bumper often involves the need to verify the condition of adjacent body components, such as reinforcements, brackets, or mounting elements. Using the correct bumper for the BMW 3 E91 LCI facilitates the proper setting of panel gaps and the correct operation of the trunk lid and rear lighting.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional reinforcements, beams, or covers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Expert support and repair cost optimization

When planning body repairs, it is worth considering not only the fitment of the elements but also the overall service strategy and the selection of used parts in other areas of the vehicle. Properly combining original components from the secondary market often allows for significantly lower vehicle operating costs while maintaining an appropriate level of reliability.

To better understand how the selection of used parts affects the economics of car maintenance and what the differences in service approaches are between various engine units, it is worth reading the article Volkswagen 1.9 TDI vs 1.4 TSI – evolution of VW engines and repair costs, which shows a practical approach to optimizing service expenses.