BMW E60 E61 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Left N/S Patagoniagruen Metallic - A71

Visual condition of the part

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

The BMW E60 E61 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Left N/S Patagoniagruen Metallic - A71 is an original body component designed for precise factory-standard installation. This used OEM part ensures a proper fit with the body lines, maintaining visual and structural consistency with the remaining body panels.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7111429-PTG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7111429
• Substitutable numbers: 41357111429, 7111429, 41357111373, 7111373
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Part type: Fender
• Color: Patagoniagruen Metallic - A71
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment

The presented fender is dedicated to BMW 5 Series E60/E61 models and is designed as a body component mounted on the front left side. The original geometry of the panel allows for proper alignment with the hood, bumper, doors, and side skirts, which facilitates setting even gaps and maintaining the factory body line.

The vehicle placement is specified as front – left side, which eliminates the risk of error when selecting the part and speeds up the post-accident or restoration repair process.

Color and paint finish

The fender is finished in the factory color Patagoniagruen Metallic A71, characteristic of selected BMW E60/E61 configurations. The metallic paint coating ensures consistency with the manufacturer's original color palette, which in many cases allows for limiting the scope of paint work to polishing or local shade matching.

For body and paint shops, this means the possibility of shortening repair time and easier achievement of an aesthetic final result while maintaining the factory character of the bodywork.

Technical characteristics of the component

As a component from the Front fenders group, the panel serves a protective and structural function in the front part of the body. It is responsible for shielding the wheel arch, working with the inner wheel liner, and properly guiding airflow along the side of the vehicle. Original stampings and mounting points allow for installation using factory bolts, clips, and brackets without the need for modifications.

The used nature of the part makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining the proper quality standard and compatibility with the factory body structure.

Practical application and benefits of installation

Replacing a damaged fender with an original BMW panel allows for restoring the correct geometry of the front body section, which is important for both aesthetics and the proper installation of headlights, the bumper, and soundproofing elements. Thanks to the preservation of factory edges and stampings, it is easier to achieve even alignment with adjacent panels, which reduces the need for additional bodywork adjustments.

For the vehicle owner, this means a more predictable repair process, and for the workshop – more efficient installation and a lower risk of issues with part fitment.

OEM part selection and technical knowledge

In the case of the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 body, using a used OEM part is often the preferred solution over aftermarket replacements, especially where maintaining factory geometry and fitment quality is crucial. If you want to better understand the differences between used original parts and replacements, it is worth checking out the material: 5 reasons why a used OEM part is a better choice than a replacement.

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