Side Panel BMW F12 F13 Front Left Wing Fender N/S Carbonschwarz Black - 416

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Panel BMW F12 F13 Front Left Wing Fender N/S Carbonschwarz Black is an original body component designed for precise installation in the front left section of the vehicle's body. This used side panel ensures a factory-fit to the body lines, maintaining proper geometry and visual consistency with other elements. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, and restoring the vehicle to its original factory appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2217521-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2217521
• Substitutable numbers: 2217521, 41352217521
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for BMW F12/F13

The presented fender is designed as a body component for the BMW 6 Series F12/F13 generation models, located on the front left side of the vehicle. Thanks to its construction in accordance with BMW factory standards, it maintains the correct mounting points, edge shapes, and contour profiles, which facilitates installation and allows for achieving even gaps between the hood, doors, and bumper.

Front fenders of this type are crucial for maintaining the correct body lines, which is why choosing an original panel significantly reduces the need for additional bodywork adjustments and shortens repair time.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The fender is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic, a popular paint used on many BMW 6 Series vehicles. For the user, this means:

• easier visual matching to the existing body paint,
• reduction in the scope of paintwork required (in many cases, correction and polishing are sufficient),
• maintaining a consistent, elegant look for the car after the repair.

Metallic black effectively masks minor shade differences, which is particularly beneficial when installing a used component on an already driven vehicle.

Characteristics of the used body component

As a used part, the fender represents an economical alternative to a new panel while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with factory mounts. Such components are frequently chosen for:

• repairs after collisions involving damage to the front corner,
• local corrosion repairs within the wheel arch area,
• restoring the car to a near-factory state after body modifications.

The original BMW body panel ensures predictable behavior during installation, proper alignment with the headlight, bumper, and doors, as well as compatibility with factory inner wheel arch mounting points.

Importance of proper front fender installation

A correctly selected and installed front left fender affects not only aesthetics but also the functionality of the wheel arch zone. It is responsible for:

• protecting the engine compartment and the interior of the wheel arch from water and debris,
• stable mounting of wheel arch liners and trim elements,
• maintaining proper aerodynamics of the side body section.

By using an original panel, you can reduce the risk of issues with bumper, trim, or headlight alignment, which is important both for daily use and for the future resale of the vehicle.

Repair expansion – other BMW front fenders

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

BMW drivetrain and operation – knowledge for the informed user

While working on the body, it is worth learning more about the specifics of drivetrains used in modern premium cars. For drivers using advanced AWD systems, it may be useful to compare solutions used by different manufacturers – from mechanical construction and typical service items to the cost-effectiveness of using used components. You can find more information in the article xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD systems from BMW, Mercedes, Audi, and VW.