BMW 3 E90 E91 Bonnet Front Hood Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW 3 E90 E91 Bonnet Front Hood Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 is an original body component from the Bonnet category, designed for installation in the front section of BMW 3 Series E90/E91 vehicles. This used hood in Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 color allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged hood while maintaining the factory body lines and the characteristic BMW styling.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7140729-SG1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7140729
• Substitutable numbers: 41617140729, 7140729, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented hood is designed as a body component mounted in the front area, ensuring proper airflow over the engine compartment and compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and mounting elements of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91. Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's specifications, the key body lines, gaps relative to the fenders and bumper, and the correct positioning of the emblem are preserved.

Color and finish Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22

The hood is finished in the factory color Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22, characteristic of many BMW E90/E91 units. This shade of graphite with a metallic effect blends well with the body lines, making it easier to match with the vehicle's existing paint or prepare for potential repainting. Using the original color reduces the scope of body and paint work and helps maintain the visual consistency of the car.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the hood represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original BMW structural quality. This type of component is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, where the priority is to restore the correct geometry of the front body section and ensure the hood closes properly. Using a pre-owned hood reduces the consumption of new raw materials, which can be significant from both an economic and environmental perspective.

Benefits of using an original BMW hood

Using an original hood from the Bonnet category for the BMW E90/E91 ensures:

• factory fitment to the front body structure,
• preservation of proper rigidity and crumple zone performance,
• stylistic consistency with other body components,
• easier installation compared to low-quality aftermarket replacements.

As a result, the vehicle repair is more predictable, and the final result is closer to the factory specification, which is important for both vehicle usage and its future resale value.

Expanding repairs within BMW bonnets

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body section of your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or complementary panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Bonnets category.

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