BMW 1 SERIES E87 E87N LCi Door Front Right O/S Japanrot Japan Red Rot - 438

BMW 1 SERIES E87 E87N LCi Door Front Right O/S Japanrot Japan Red Rot is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. This used OEM component allows for maintaining the factory body geometry, proper fitment with the fender, rocker panel, and pillar, as well as a consistent body styling line. The paint in the Japanrot 438 shade allows for color matching to the factory BMW palette without the need for experimenting with shades.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7191012-JR4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 41517191012
• Substitutable numbers: 41517191012, 7191012, 41517132340, 7132340, JR17151302
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Japanrot - 438
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series E87

The presented door is designed for installation on the passenger side of the BMW 1 Series E87, in the front part of the body. The placement on the vehicle, defined as front – right, guarantees compatibility with the factory construction of hinges, the lock, and the body creases characteristic of this model.

The original BMW origin means maintaining the proper torsional rigidity, appropriate sheet metal thickness, and compatibility with factory seals, glass, mirrors, and fittings. Thanks to this, the element constitutes a functional solution both for post-accident repairs and for replacing corroded or damaged doors.

Japanrot 438 color and paint aspects

The door is finished in the factory color Japanrot – 438, which is important for maintaining the visual consistency of the entire body. This shade of red is characteristic of many BMW 1 Series E87 configurations, which is why using a component in this color limits the scope of paint work and facilitates matching to the existing coating.

In practice, this means the possibility of:

• minimizing the need for full painting of the element if the condition of the coating on the car is similar,
• easier blending of adjacent panels in case of paint renovation,
• maintaining the original visual character of the BMW vehicle.

Structural characteristics and assembly

As an element from the Doors and door panels group, the product serves as a load-bearing base for the glazing, window lifting mechanism, mirror, lock, and upholstery. The OEM construction ensures proper placement of mounting points, which translates into correct closing, tightness, and the absence of unwanted stresses in the body.

The used condition of the part allows for the reuse of the element after standard verification and preparation for assembly. Thanks to the preservation of factory dimensions and creases, the process of fitting to the BMW E87 body is predictable and does not require structural modifications.

Practical application and benefits of choosing a used part

Choosing a used front door for the BMW 1 Series E87 is a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, corrosion corrections, or replacing elements after operational damage. This allows for cost reduction compared to new panels, while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

The main advantages include:

• factory fitment to the BMW E87 body on the front right side,
• preservation of the original body line and characteristic creases,
• possibility of limiting paint work thanks to the Japanrot 438 color,
• maintaining visual and technical consistency with other body elements.

Expanding the repair of the BMW side zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side zone of your BMW body and need other elements from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or complete door panels, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

If you are interested in a broader approach to servicing vehicles of this brand, including the optimal use of components from the secondary market, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding power units – you will find them in the article BMW N47 timing chain – typical failure and repair using original BMW parts, which discusses, among other things, the validity of using used BMW parts in professional repairs.