BMW 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 E90 E91 Hood Cover Sparkling Graphite - A22 is an original body part from the Hoods category, designed for installation on the front of 3 Series E90 and E91 vehicles. The paint in the Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 shade helps maintain body color consistency and reduces the scope of additional painting work.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7140729-SG11
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7140729
• Substitutable numbers: 41617140729, 7140729
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW 3 Series

The presented hood is designed as a body part dedicated to the front of BMW E90 and E91 models, ensuring proper fit to the body lines, mounting gaps, and factory attachment points. This makes it a functional solution for accident repairs, replacement of corroded elements, or restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition.

Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 Color

The Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 finish is a distinctive metallic graphite paint used on the BMW 3 Series. Using the original shade facilitates matching with other body parts and, in many cases, allows for localized paint touch-ups instead of repainting the entire hood. This is a practical solution for professional body and paint repairs.

Body Part Characteristics

The hood from the Hoods category plays a crucial protective role for the engine compartment, while also influencing the vehicle's front-end aerodynamics and aesthetics. The design tailored for BMW E90/E91 ensures:

• correct alignment of body lines with fenders and bumper,
• compatibility with factory hood hinges and latch,
• preservation of original body lines and shape characteristic of the 3 Series.

This part comes from the BMW segment, which promotes technical and visual consistency with other body components.

Condition and Application in Repairs

The hood is offered as a used part, providing a cost-effective solution while maintaining original geometry and mounting compatibility. Such parts are often chosen by body shops and individual owners for:

• repairs after front or side collisions affecting the vehicle's front,
• replacement of elements showing visible signs of corrosion,
• restorations of vehicles where preserving original BMW parts is a priority.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Hood

Using an original hood for the BMW E90/E91 allows for maintaining factory part fitment, which is important for both appearance and proper latch closure and operation. Choosing a part from the Hoods category dedicated to a specific BMW generation minimizes the risk of mounting issues and additional modifications, and the Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 paint helps maintain a consistent look for the entire front of the vehicle.

If, during a comprehensive body repair, you plan to replace other front-end elements on your BMW, such as additional covers or panels, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

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