Ford Kuga Mk1 Hood Bonnet Engine Cover Panel Ice White - B8

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Ford Kuga Mk1 Hood Bonnet Engine Cover Panel Ice White - B8 is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for a precise fit in the first generation of the Ford Kuga. Finished in the attractive Ice White - B8 color, it allows for a visually consistent repair of the vehicle's front end following a collision or corrosion of the factory part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1718513-ICWH
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1718513
• Substitutable numbers: 1718513, 8V41-S16610-AE, 8V41S16610AE
• Part type: Bonnet
• Color: Ice White - B8
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Technical specifications and fitment

The presented hood is a structural body component designed specifically for the Ford Kuga Mk1, ensuring proper alignment with the fenders, radiator grille, and front latch. As a part from the Hoods category, it maintains the factory-stamped geometry, which facilitates the adjustment of gaps and the correct hood line relative to the headlights and bumper.

Its original origin ensures compatibility with factory mounting points, reducing the need for additional bodywork modifications. This makes the component well-suited for both standard replacement after damage and for reconstructing the vehicle's front end after major body repairs.

Surface finish and Ice White - B8 color

The hood is finished in Ice White - B8, allowing for an aesthetic match to the bodywork in this specific paint variant. For a paint technician, this means the ability to limit the scope of surface preparation and easier achievement of a consistent visual effect with the remaining body panels.

The uniform, light color aids in checking for any irregularities during preparation work, and the appropriate surface structure facilitates the application of subsequent layers of paint and clear coat. This is a practical solution for professional post-accident repairs, where both appearance and repeatability of the result are important.

Part condition and use in repairs

The hood is offered as a used part, which provides a cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are frequently chosen by professional body and paint shops, where compatibility with the factory body structure and the possibility of quick installation are prioritized.

It is particularly useful in situations where it is necessary to replace a damaged engine cover after a frontal collision or for repairs related to hood edge corrosion. Using an original hood for the Ford Kuga Mk1 allows for maintaining the correct body line and facilitates subsequent adjustment of the latch and hinges.

Benefits of choosing an original Ford hood

By choosing this hood, you gain a component that complies with Ford's factory specifications, which translates into:

• proper fitment to the vehicle's front structure,
• easier adjustment of gaps and body lines,
• color consistency with the Ice White - B8 paint,
• suitability for use in professional post-accident repairs.

Thanks to this solution, you can reduce the time required to fit the component and minimize the risk of problems with the hood closing or unnatural alignment of edges relative to adjacent panels.

Ford Hoods – expansion and modernization of the vehicle's front

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, shields, or other hoods in various finish variants, check out the available parts in the Ford Hoods category.

More about the advantages of original body components

When selecting used OEM components for body and powertrain repairs, it is worth noting their advantage over unreliable aftermarket replacements. If you are interested in a broader context of using original used parts in repairs, take a look at the article Noisy differential? Find out why a used OEM drive axle is a better investment than an unreliable replacement, which shows how such an approach translates into the durability and cost-effectiveness of service.