BMW F20 Complete Grab Handle Rear Left N/S Estorilblau Estoril Blue - B45

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 Complete Grab Handle Rear Left N/S Estorilblau Estoril Blue is an original body component from the Door handles category, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory Estoril Blau Metallic - B45 paint, it allows for maintaining visual consistency of the bodywork and reduces the need for additional painting. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged handle, or restoring the vehicle to factory condition.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7242566-EB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242566
• Substitutable numbers: 51227242566, 7242566, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Estoril Blau Metallic - B45
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented handle has been designed specifically for the BMW F20 series and is intended for installation in the rear door area on the left side of the vehicle. The placement on the vehicle is clearly defined, which facilitates the selection of the correct part when replacing a damaged handle and minimizes the risk of installation errors.

Its original BMW origin ensures the maintenance of factory dimensional tolerances, proper fitment with the door panel, and compatibility with standard opening mechanisms. As a result, the handle works with existing lock components and seals without the need for modifications.

Estoril Blau Metallic - B45 color

The Estoril Blau Metallic - B45 color is a distinctive, dynamic shade of blue used in many BMW F20 units, especially in configurations with a sportier character. Using a handle in the same paint code allows you to:

• maintain a uniform appearance of the side of the body,
• reduce or completely eliminate the need for repainting,
• speed up the repair process and lower its cost,
• maintain visual consistency with other body components.

For users who care about aesthetics and compliance with factory color specifications, this is a particularly beneficial solution.

Performance characteristics and installation

As an item from the Door handles category, this handle is responsible for the daily mechanical operation of the door – frequent opening and closing, including in variable weather conditions. The design provided by the manufacturer ensures a stable grip, proper ergonomics, and correct force transmission to the lock mechanism.

The product is marked as used, which in practice means it has been removed from a vehicle and verified for suitability for further use. This is a popular solution for economic repairs, where a combination of original quality and reasonable purchase cost is important.

Use in repairs and upgrades

Replacing a door handle with an original BMW part is particularly important in situations where mechanical damage, housing cracks, or scratches have occurred, which diminish the vehicle's visual appeal. Using the correct rear left handle allows you to restore:

• proper door opening and closing functionality,
• a consistent appearance of the side of the body,
• compliance with the BMW F20 factory specification.

This type of component will work well both in post-accident repairs and during gradual body restoration, when the vehicle owner aims to recreate the car's original look.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as external handles, covers, or additional mounting elements, check out the available parts in the BMW Door handles category.

Support for retrofits and equipment upgrades

For those considering broader equipment modifications or a visual refresh of the car, using original, used BMW body components can be part of a wider modernization project. In such an approach, it is important to consciously select components that are consistent with the factory specification and color scheme.

To better plan such work and learn practical tips on using used components from higher equipment versions, it is worth checking out the guide: Retrofitting in VAG and BMW group cars – how to upgrade your car cheaply using used parts.