Vaico V20-1229 Bumper Mounting Bracket - Rear Left

BMW Rear Left Bumper Mounting Bracket

Restore secure bumper alignment with this VAICO bumper mounting bracket for the rear left side. Built to match the OE reference 51121960697, this bracket supports proper bumper positioning on select BMW 3 Series and M3 applications.

Key Features

• Brand: VAICO
• Part number: V20-1229
• Category: Body > Brackets, Flanges and Hangers
• Rear left bumper mounting bracket for OE-style replacement
• Dimensions: 132 mm length, 90 mm width, 38 mm height
• Lightweight construction at 0.057 kg
• Cross-reference OE numbers: 1 960 697, 51 12 1 960 697

Detailed Description

VAICO V20-1229 is a rear left bumper mounting bracket engineered for BMW applications that use OE number 51121960697. Its compact 132 mm by 90 mm by 38 mm profile supports accurate bumper attachment and alignment, helping maintain the original fit and finish of the rear body panel area. This part is a practical replacement for damaged or missing bumper support hardware on BMW 318i, 328i, and M3 models, as well as other listed 3 Series variants.

VAICO is the product line identified here, and V20-1229 follows the brand’s OE-replacement approach for body mounting components. For buyers searching for a BMW rear left bumper bracket, BMW bumper mounting bracket V20-1229, or OE number 51121960697 replacement, this part provides a direct reference point for the correct application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1995-1999 BMW 318i, rear left.
• Fits 1995-1999 BMW 318is, rear left.
• Fits 1998-1999 BMW 323i, rear left.
• Fits 1998-1999 BMW 323is, rear left.
• Fits 1996-1999 BMW 328i, rear left.
• Fits 1996-1999 BMW 328is, rear left.
• Fits 1995-1999 BMW M3, rear left.
• Fits 1995 BMW 320i, rear left.
• Fits 1995 BMW 325i, rear left.
• Fits 1995 BMW 325is, rear left.

Common Repair Uses

• Broken or bent rear left bumper support on a BMW 318i or 318is
• Misaligned bumper cover after impact or body repair
• Missing OE-style mounting point at the rear left corner
• Replacement for worn bumper bracket hardware on BMW 323i, 328i, or M3
• Fitment correction when the bumper no longer sits flush with the body

Installation Notes

Verify the OE number 51121960697 and confirm rear left placement before installation. Compare the bracket dimensions to the original part and inspect surrounding bumper and body mounting points for damage before fitting. Professional installation is recommended when the bumper cover or adjacent brackets show impact-related wear.

Quality Assurance

This VAICO part is specified as an aftermarket replacement for the listed BMW applications and references the OE numbers provided for identification. Use the part number V20-1229 and the OE cross-reference to confirm the correct rear left bumper mounting bracket before ordering.