BMW E81 E87 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 E81 E87 Hood Cover Black Sapphire - 475 is an original body part from the Hoods category, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle. The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint provides visual consistency with the factory BMW body finish and allows for an aesthetic replacement of a damaged engine cover without the need to repaint the entire car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7162102-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7162102
• Substitutable numbers: 41627162102, 7162102, 41614415290, 4415290, 41627134070, 7134070
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Bonnet
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW E81 / E87

The presented hood is structurally prepared for installation on the front of the body of BMW 1 Series E81 and E87 models. The panel's geometry, crease lines, and mating edges are designed to work with factory fenders, bumper, and grille, which facilitates achieving even gaps and proper alignment with other body elements.

By using an original BMW OE part, compatibility with factory mounting points is maintained, which translates to predictable installation, correct hood latch operation, and proper force distribution within the front body structure.

Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 Paint Finish

The hood is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, a color characteristic of many BMW 1 Series configurations. The metallic paint finish provides depth of color and good compatibility with the factory body paint, limiting the scope of potential paintwork after installation. For users whose cars have the same paint code, this is a particularly practical solution when replacing a damaged engine cover.

The uniform color of the hood helps maintain visual consistency of the vehicle's front end, and the appropriately selected coating structure facilitates potential polishing or local paint corrections by a painter.

Characteristics of a Used Part

As a used part, the hood comes from a dismantled vehicle and offers an attractive alternative to new body parts. This type of component is particularly beneficial for accident repairs where both maintaining original quality and optimizing costs are important. A used engine cover allows for the restoration of the vehicle's front-end functionality while preserving the panel's original construction.

Choosing an original, used hood from the Hoods category is a preferred solution for many body and paint shops, as it ensures predictable fitment to the body structure and compatibility with factory mounting accessories.

Application in Body Repairs and Installation Benefits

The engine cover on the BMW 1 Series plays a crucial protective role for the engine bay and its components, while also influencing the aerodynamics and rigidity of the front body. Using an original hood allows for:

• restoring the correct geometry of the vehicle's front end after a collision,
• maintaining the factory body line and characteristic BMW appearance,
• proper interaction with the hood latch, hinges, and gas struts,
• reducing the need for additional body modifications.

For workshops and individual users, this means shorter repair times and a lower risk of issues with gap adjustment or the hood closing properly after installation.

Support in Part Selection and Additional Information

When selecting BMW body parts, it is advisable to use vehicle identification data and manufacturer markings to ensure full compatibility with the specific model version. For this hood, appropriate part numbers and supersession numbers are available, which facilitates verifying compatibility with a given BMW 1 Series unit.

If you also need other body parts from this brand while assembling the front of your vehicle after repairs, such as additional covers, panels, or other hoods for different models, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

For those interested in a broader context of selecting used OEM parts and practical tips on verification using manufacturer numbers, an article describing the specifics of Audi's five-cylinder engines and the principles of working with original components may be helpful, available here: Audi's Five-Cylinder Engine – Legend and Selection of Used OEM Parts.