Hood Bonnet BMW X3 E83 Cover Panel Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

The BMW X3 E83 Hood Engine Cover Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body part designed for the front of the vehicle, ideal for professional repair or reconstruction of a car after a collision. A used hood in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 allows you to maintain a consistent body appearance and limit the scope of painting with the correct shade selection.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3449411-BS5
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3449411
• Substitutable numbers: 41003449411, 3449411, 41613404956, 3404956
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Technical Characteristics of the BMW X3 E83 Hood

The presented engine cover is factory-fitted to the BMW X3 E83 structure, ensuring proper alignment with the fenders, grille, and front bumper. The part is designed as an integral component of the front structure, with appropriately shaped creases and deformation zones, which is important for both aerodynamics and safety.

The hood is intended for installation on the front of the vehicle, maintaining the original mounting points for hinges and the latch. This allows for the use of factory gap adjustments and correct height positioning relative to the fenders and the front crossmember.

Color and Finish – Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color is a characteristic dark metallic BMW paint, valued for its understated yet elegant appearance. A used hood in this shade can significantly reduce the scope of painting work, especially if other body parts are in the same color and have a similar level of coating wear.

The metallic paint structure complements the lines of the BMW X3 E83 body, highlighting the hood's creases and giving the front of the car a cohesive, factory look. In many cases, localized paint matching or polishing may be sufficient, shortening repair time and reducing costs.

Application and Benefits of Installing a Used Hood

Choosing a used engine cover for the BMW X3 E83 is a solution often used in professional body and paint shops, especially for post-accident repairs. This type of part allows you to:

• maintain the original geometry of the front body section,
• limit the need for body filler and extensive bodywork,
• reduce costs compared to a new part,
• preserve the vehicle's factory character by using a genuine BMW part.

The hood, categorized under Mudguards in the store's catalog system, is assigned to the body parts group, making it easier to find related components for a comprehensive front-end repair.

Vehicle Fitment and Pre-Purchase Verification

To ensure proper fitment, it is recommended to compare the hood's geometry with the current state of the body and check the mounting points for hinges and the latch before installation. For professional body repairs, dry fitting, gap adjustment, and verification of the opening and closing mechanism operation are standard practices.

The product comes from BMW, which means adherence to factory design standards and compatibility with other structural elements of the vehicle's front end. The used condition of the part allows for economical repair while maintaining appropriate quality and functionality.

Repair Extension and Additional Information

If you are also planning to replace other body parts of this brand during the front-end repair, such as covers, protective elements, or components mounted in the wheel area, and you want to maintain consistency in design solutions, check the available parts in the BMW Mudguards category.

For users interested in a broader approach to car repair and modernization using used components, including ways to optimize costs without sacrificing quality, the article: Audi on used parts – tuning and repairs without loss of quality may be helpful.