BMW E90 E91 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Right O/S Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos. BMW E90 E91 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Right O/S Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34 is an original body component from the Front fenders group, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. Finished in the factory color Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct repair of damage without the need to interfere with the body geometry. The used OEM component ensures a proper fit to the structure of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5A55AF4-AM
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5A55AF4
• Substitutable numbers: 41355A55AF4, 41357135680, 5A55AF4, 7135680
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Fender
• Color: Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for BMW

The presented fender has been designed specifically for the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 body, taking into account the characteristic front lines and factory mounting points. Its placement on the vehicle covers the front right side, which allows for the precise restoration of the original wheel arch geometry, panel gaps, and the lines of the hood and bumper. Its original BMW origin means maintaining the correct rigidity, sheet metal thickness, and compatibility with factory brackets, covers, and mounting elements. As a result, the fender works correctly with the headlight, bumper, side skirt, and door, minimizing the need for additional bodywork adjustments.

Color Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34

The factory color Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34 is a distinctive metallic shade used by BMW, which effectively highlights the lines of the 3 Series body. Using a fender in the same paint code facilitates the visual repair process – in many cases, it limits the scope of painting to the connection points, which shortens the turnaround time and reduces service costs. For body and paint shops, this means predictable coating behavior and the ability to precisely match the shade to the rest of the bodywork in accordance with the manufacturer's technology. For the end user, this translates into a consistent vehicle appearance after the repair.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

The fender comes from a vehicle dismantling process, which allows for combining the advantages of an original BMW part with a more favorable purchase cost compared to a new component. The used component retains its factory geometry, making it suitable for both post-accident repairs and the replacement of corroded or mechanically damaged parts. In practice, installing such a fender enables:

• restoration of factory panel gaps between body elements,
• compliance with original mounting points,
• reduction of the scope of adjustment work required by the body technician.

Application in body repairs

This fender is suitable for professional front-end vehicle repairs, where maintaining the correct wheel arch line and proper fitment with the hood, headlight, and bumper is crucial. The component is suitable for both post-accident repairs and replacement in the event of operational damage, such as corrosion or mechanical deformation. Choosing an original fender from this series allows for maintaining the structural consistency of the body, which is important not only for aesthetic reasons but also for functional ones – proper airflow around the wheel arch and correct mounting of covers and liners affect driving comfort and the protection of suspension components.

Repair expansion – BMW Front fenders

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

Additional technical information

For users and workshops considering the use of original used components in other vehicle systems, materials regarding the cost-effectiveness of such solutions may be helpful. In the context of mechanical repairs, it is worth reading an article describing when an original used part can be a more rational choice than remanufacturing – especially for expensive drivetrain components: Manual transmission failures – why is an original used part a more reasonable choice than remanufacturing?

Summary

BMW E90 E91 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Right O/S Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34 is a practical solution for drivers and workshops that expect original fitment, preservation of the factory body line, and color consistency with the rest of the car. The used OEM component from the Front fenders category allows for a technically correct and economically justified repair of the front right side in a BMW 3 Series E90/E91, while maintaining the high quality of workmanship characteristic of the BMW brand.