BMW E60 E61 Right O/S Engine Hood Hinge Mysticblau Blue A07 7008728

BMW E60 E61 Right O/S Engine Hood Hinge Mysticblau Blue A07 is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for the right side of the engine bay. Finished in Mysticblau Metallic - A07, it ensures visual consistency with the factory paintwork and restores proper hood operation following a collision or wear and tear.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7008728-MYS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7008728
• Substitutable numbers: 41617008728, 7008728, 41627111408, 7111408, 41617120276, 7120276
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Mysticblau Metallic - A07
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the hood hinge

The right hood hinge for the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 is responsible for stable guidance and precise opening and closing of the engine hood. A correctly selected component ensures:

• proper alignment of the hood relative to the fenders and the front panel,
• correct geometry of the lifting mechanism,
• secure support of the hood in both closed and open positions.

Thanks to the use of the original design, the hinge works with factory mounting points, which reduces the risk of sheet metal stress and issues with closing.

Mysticblau Metallic - A07 color and visual fit

The presented hinge is finished in Mysticblau Metallic - A07, which is characteristic of many BMW E60/E61 units. For the user, this means:

• easier matching of the component to the existing body paint,
• reduction in the scope of potential paintwork required in the hinge area,
• a consistent look of the engine bay when the hood is open.

Color matching consistent with the factory BMW palette facilitates maintaining the vehicle's aesthetics after body and mechanical repairs.

Technical characteristics and installation

The offered hinge is designed for the right side of the vehicle, which is crucial for the correct geometry of the hood operation. The design, based on the factory BMW solution, allows for:

• installation at original mounting points without structural modifications,
• compatibility with the stock hood and other components of the opening mechanism,
• maintenance of factory clearances and gaps between the hood and adjacent panels.

The product comes from the BMW group, which helps maintain compatibility with factory quality and dimension standards.

Used condition and economic benefits

The component is offered in used condition, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original build quality. In practice, this means:

• lower cost compared to a new component while maintaining functionality,
• the possibility of an economical repair after a collision or mechanical damage,
• preservation of the original geometry and rigidity characteristic of factory parts.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the condition of working surfaces and mounting points to ensure the proper operation of the entire hood mechanism.

How to choose the right hood hinge for a BMW

To correctly select a hood hinge for a BMW E60/E61, it is worth paying attention to:

• placement on the vehicle (right/left side),
• compatibility with the body design of the given model,
• paint color, if visual consistency in the engine bay is desired.

The product description contains information about the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle version.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area of your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as reinforcements, locks, or additional hood mounts, check out the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

If you are considering whether it is better to choose brand-new components or proven used parts for this type of element, our guide article Car parts – new or used? Comparing costs, quality, and durability, which discusses the differences in costs, durability, and availability of components, may be helpful.