Genuine BMW E60 E61 Lower Air Duct – 51717050651 NOS

Original Genuine BMW lower air duct for selected BMW E60 Saloon and E61 Touring models.

This moulded plastic panel is installed at the lower front of the vehicle and forms part of the original radiator and engine-compartment air-guiding system. It helps guide incoming airflow through the front cooling package and connects with the surrounding air ducts and underbody panels.

The original BMW catalogue description is “Air duct, bottom”. The corresponding BMW part number is 51717050651.

This component appears to be unused New Old Stock and retains its original BMW Group parts labels. It has been stored without complete protective packaging and therefore shows visible storage marks.

Product details

• Product: Lower front air duct
• Alternative description: Lower radiator air guide
• Manufacturer: Genuine BMW
• Vehicle series: BMW E60 and E61
• BMW part number: 51717050651
• Formatted BMW number: 51 71 7 050 651
• Short reference number: 7050651
• Catalogue position: Number 15 in the BMW air-duct diagram
• Material: Black moulded plastic
• Position: Lower front section
• Original BMW labels: Present
• Rubber edge section: Present as shown
• Mounting grommet: Present as shown
• Condition: New Old Stock – storage marks
• Quantity: One

Vehicle compatibility

Suitable for selected BMW 5 Series models, depending on production date, engine, bumper specification and factory equipment.

BMW E60 Saloon

• BMW 520d
• BMW 520i
• BMW 523i
• BMW 525d
• BMW 525i
• BMW 525xi
• BMW 530d
• BMW 530i
• BMW 530xd
• BMW 530xi
• BMW 545i
• BMW 550i
• Selected additional E60 versions using the same standard air-guiding system

BMW E61 Touring

• BMW 520d
• BMW 523i
• BMW 525d
• BMW 525i
• BMW 525xi
• BMW 530d
• BMW 530i
• BMW 530xd
• BMW 530xi
• BMW 535d
• BMW 545i
• BMW 550i
• Selected additional E61 versions using the same standard air-guiding system

This component is primarily intended for vehicles with the standard front air-guiding system. Vehicles equipped with the factory M Aerodynamics Package, option code S715A, generally use a different lower air duct.

BMW also listed alternative lower air ducts for certain production dates and equipment configurations. Always compare the BMW part number, panel shape, mounting points and overall dimensions with the original part before ordering. Verification using the vehicle identification number is recommended.

BMW and related part numbers

• 51717050651 – Lower air duct offered on this page
• 51 71 7 050 651 – Formatted BMW catalogue number
• 7050651 – Short BMW reference number
• 51717050650 – Corresponding upper air duct; not included
• 51717131757 – Alternative lower air duct used in selected E60/E61 configurations; not included
• 51717897173 – Lower M air duct for selected vehicles with the M Aerodynamics Package; not included
• 51127070202 – Associated M6 C-clip nut; not included
• 07147263759 – Associated M6×21 screw with washer; not included

The correct duct and mounting hardware depend on vehicle model, production date and factory equipment.

Condition

This is an original Genuine BMW New Old Stock component with visible age- and storage-related marks, including:

• Dust and storage dirt
• Superficial scratches and scuff marks
• Surface discolouration
• Dirty, aged and partially torn original BMW labels
• Adhesive and paper residue from old warehouse labels
• Age-related marks on the rubber components
• General cosmetic wear caused by long-term storage without complete packaging

The component appears unused and retains its original BMW Group identification label. It is not supplied in clean modern retail packaging.

No major cracks are clearly visible in the photographs. However, all mounting points, clips, plastic edges, the rubber grommet and the rubber sealing section should be inspected before installation.

Included

• One original Genuine BMW lower air duct
• Existing rubber edge section
• Existing mounting grommet
• Original BMW Group parts labels
• Supplied exactly as shown in the photographs

The upper air duct, mounting screws, C-clip nuts, underbody panels, bumper components and other installation materials are not included.

Installation recommendation

Before installation:

• Clean the complete panel carefully
• Remove loose label and adhesive residue if desired
• Inspect the plastic for cracks or deformation
• Check all mounting points and side clips
• Inspect the rubber edge and mounting grommet
• Compare the shape and part number with the original panel
• Replace damaged or brittle mounting hardware
• Check that the panel connects correctly with the upper air duct and surrounding underbody panels

Installation should preferably be carried out by someone familiar with BMW E60 and E61 front-body and cooling-air components.

Location: 201