BMW E90 LCI Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Titansilber Titan Silver - 354

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 E91 LCI Hood Engine Cover Titansilber is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. The paint in the Titansilber Metallic - 354 shade ensures consistency with the factory BMW color palette, which facilitates visual matching after accident repairs or restoration. The used component allows for a technically correct replacement of the engine cover while maintaining the factory geometry of the vehicle's front end.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7153940-TS3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7153940
• Substitutable numbers: 41617153940, 7153940, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Titansilber Metallic - 354
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Technical characteristics and intended use

The presented hood is a body component mounted in the front area of the vehicle, responsible for covering the engine compartment and properly guiding airflow over the bodywork. The design is compatible with the LCI version, which means it fits the modernized styling of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 after the facelift. By maintaining factory stampings and mounting edges, the hood works with the stock fenders, bumper, and radiator grille.

Color and paint layer

The Titansilber Metallic - 354 color is a popular metallic silver shade used on many BMW 3 Series units. Using the original color:

• facilitates matching with the vehicle's existing paint coating,
• limits the scope of potential paint work,
• allows for maintaining a consistent, factory look of the car's front.

The metallic structure of the paint provides the characteristic BMW play of light on the hood surface, which influences the aesthetics of the entire body.

Benefits of using an original BMW hood

Using an original hood from the BMW group translates into a number of practical assembly and operational advantages:

• factory mounting points, which facilitates the adjustment of gaps between body elements,
• compatibility with stock locks, hinges, and actuators,
• preservation of the front-end rigidity intended by the manufacturer.

The used component allows for an economical repair while maintaining a construction consistent with the manufacturer's design, which is important for both safety and the vehicle's subsequent resale value.

Selection and application in service practice

The hood is intended for installation in the front part of the body, so it is crucial to properly match it to the specific body version and model year of the BMW 3 Series. In workshop practice, this element is used primarily for:

• accident repairs of the vehicle's front,
• body restoration after corrosion or mechanical damage,
• restoring the original look of the car after unprofessional modifications.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, the hood allows for precise alignment of the body lines relative to the headlights, fenders, and bumper, which is significant for both visual and aerodynamic reasons.

Expanding the scope of work on the BMW body

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or supplementary shields, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

Substantive support for bodywork and mechanical repairs

During major body repairs, one often also interferes with suspension elements, which is why it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding the operation of these systems. Additional information on the diagnostics and operation of key components can be found in the article Suspension system – a comprehensive guide to shock absorbers, control arms, and stabilizers, which helps to better plan the full scope of service work on the car.