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.

The BMW E90 E91 LCI Bonnet Engine Cover Black is an original body part from the Bonnet category, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint ensures consistency with BMW's factory color palette and allows for an aesthetically pleasing replacement of a damaged engine cover. This is a practical solution for users seeking a part structurally matched to the E90/E91 facelift (LCI) series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7153940-BS3
• 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

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW E90 E91 LCI

The presented bonnet is designed as a body part to be mounted at the front of the vehicle, maintaining the factory styling lines characteristic of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 facelift. The construction corresponds to the original mounting points, which facilitates proper alignment with the fenders, grille, and bumper.

By maintaining the standard geometry, the engine cover allows for:

• correct closing and operation of the bonnet latch,
• maintaining even gaps between body panels,
• trouble-free cooperation with factory actuators and seals.

Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 Color and Aesthetic Qualities

The finish in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is a popular, elegant BMW metallic paint that nicely accentuates the bonnet's lines and the characteristic creases of the 3 Series. For many users, this means the possibility of replacing a damaged part without the need for full repainting of the entire cover, which can limit the scope of bodywork and painting.

The metallic black finish provides:

• visual consistency with the factory bodywork in this color,
• a modern, understated look that suits the character of BMW,
• easier color matching for potential paint corrections.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The bonnet comes from the secondary market, meaning it is a used part that retains the manufacturer's original construction and mounting parameters. Such parts are often chosen for accident repairs and restoring a car to its pre-damage condition, as they allow for maintaining the factory body specification.

Using a used engine cover is a solution that often:

• reduces repair costs compared to new parts,
• allows for maintaining BMW's original manufacturing quality,
• facilitates the quick restoration of the full functionality of the front of the vehicle.

Application in Body Repairs and Upgrades

The BMW E90 E91 LCI Bonnet Engine Cover Black is suitable for both standard body repairs and comprehensive front-end reconstruction after a collision. Thanks to its factory design, it provides a solid base for further painting and adjustment work, and proper alignment with the front structure contributes to the correct airflow to the engine compartment.

In the case of extensive restoration projects or when replacing several front-end components simultaneously, a well-matched bonnet facilitates maintaining body geometry and correct positioning of headlights and the grille.

BMW Bonnets – Selecting the Right Parts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair of your car's front end and also need other body parts of this type, it is worth considering a wider selection of components from the same group. To make it easier to assemble the right parts for your model, check the available parts in the BMW Bonnets category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using second-hand parts in German cars, including the possibilities of combining savings with maintaining high quality, check out the article Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without losing quality, which discusses a practical approach to used components.