BMW E90 E91 LCI Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos. BMW E90 E91 LCI Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component designed for installation in the front of the vehicle, ideal for accident repairs and precise restorations. Thanks to its factory origin from BMW, it ensures a proper fit to the body lines and compatibility with factory mounting points. The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 finish allows for visual consistency with the vehicle's original paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7153940-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7153940
• Substitutable numbers: 41617153940, 7153940, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented hood is a body component mounted in the front of the car, responsible for covering the engine compartment and ensuring proper airflow over the body. The design, compliant with factory BMW standards, allows for installation in 3 Series E90/E91 LCI (facelift) models, maintaining the original gaps and front geometry of the vehicle. By using an original hood from the Hoods category, you can restore the factory look of the car's front without the need for modifying mounts or interfering with the structural integrity. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where maintaining safety parameters and body rigidity is a priority.

Color and paint finish

The hood is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, a color characteristic of many BMW configurations. The metallic paint coating provides depth of color and an attractive visual effect in both daylight and artificial light. In practice, this means the possibility of limiting the scope of paintwork if the vehicle has the same paint code, which translates into savings in time and repair costs. The original surface finish also facilitates the matching of adjacent body elements, such as fenders, the bumper, or the grille, which is important for precise gap alignment and avoiding shade differences.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the hood retains its factory geometry and structure, which is essential when installing it in place of a damaged component. This type of component allows for an economical repair while maintaining the original quality characteristic of BMW. A used body component is often a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining proper fitment to the vehicle's structure. Choosing an original, used hood is particularly advantageous where priority is given to compliance with factory mounting points, body lines, and compatibility with factory accessories mounted on the hood.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The Black Sapphire Metallic hood is suitable for both standard replacement of a damaged component and broader front-end restoration work. It can be used in:

• accident repairs involving front-end damage,
• visual restorations when the existing hood is deformed or corroded,
• upgrades where the owner aims to restore the original look of a BMW E90/E91 LCI. Using an original component from the Hoods category allows for maintaining stylistic consistency with other body panels and facilitates the correct adjustment of the lock, hinges, and seals.

Selecting the right part and additional information

Before purchasing, it is worth verifying the hood's compatibility with the specific equipment version and model year of the vehicle to ensure full compatibility with adjacent elements and under-hood installations. If in doubt, comparing the structure of the currently installed hood with the offered component may be helpful, especially regarding edge shapes and mount placement. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or shields, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category. When choosing between refurbishment and installing a used body component, it is worth analyzing the costs and final results – you can find more on this topic in the article Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repairs?, which discusses the practical aspects of using dismantled parts in BMW cars.