BMW 1 Series E87 Complete Rear Right O/S Grab Door Handle Sonora Metallic A23

BMW 1 Series E87 Complete Rear Right O/S Grab Door Handle Sonora Metallic A23 is an original body component from the Door handles group, designed for installation in the rear side area of the vehicle. The handle in Sonora Metallic - A23 color allows for maintaining paint consistency and the factory look of the bodywork, while ensuring the proper operation of the door opening mechanism.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7069759-SON1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7069759
• Substitutable numbers: 51227069759, 7069759, 51210392542, 0392542, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Sonora Metallic - A23
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and function of the handle

The presented handle is designed for installation in the rear, right part of the body, in the passenger door area. The component is responsible for reliable, repeatable opening and closing of the door, and its design is adapted to the factory lock and internal mechanism used in the BMW 1 Series E87. Thanks to the preservation of the original mounting geometry, the handle works with factory rods and the lock cylinder, which facilitates installation and subsequent operation.

Color and paint matching Sonora Metallic - A23

The Sonora Metallic - A23 color is a characteristic metallic shade used by BMW, which allows for aesthetic matching of the handle to factory-painted body elements. Using the original color reduces the need for additional painting and minimizes the risk of shade differences between the handle and other body panels. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or spot renovation of the door.

Technical characteristics and installation

The handle belongs to the Door handles group, which means its design is optimized for grip ergonomics and cooperation with the factory lock mechanism. The placement on the vehicle in the rear, right part of the body determines the shape of the mounts and the way the rods are routed inside the door. The component is prepared for installation in place of the factory handle, without the need for modifying the door skin or the supporting structure.

The used condition means that the handle comes from disassembly, which in practice translates into maintaining the original mounting parameters and compatibility with factory door equipment. This solution allows for economical repair while maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's design.

Benefits of using an original BMW handle

Using an original handle in Sonora Metallic - A23 color provides several significant benefits:

• maintaining the consistent stylistic line of the BMW E87 body,
• factory fit to the lock mechanism and internal rods,
• reduction of paint work thanks to color compatibility,
• easier installation thanks to the original mounting geometry.

For users who want to restore full door functionality after mechanical damage or corrosion, such a handle constitutes a practical and technically consistent solution.

Repair expansion – BMW Door handles

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as external grips, handles for other doors, or compatible housings, check the available parts in the BMW Door handles category.

Technical support and part selection

When selecting a handle for a specific BMW E87 equipment version, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the placement on the vehicle and the paint color. Proper matching of these parameters allows avoiding installation problems and visual differences after the repair is completed. If necessary, you can use the OEM part number or interchangeable numbers, which facilitate compatibility verification in the manufacturer's catalogs and part selection systems.