BMW E81 E87 Maska pokrywa silnika Sedona red

The BMW E81 E87 Engine Hood Sedona Red is an original body part designed for compact 1 Series models, ensuring a factory fit and a cohesive front-end appearance. The hood is finished in the attractive Sedonarot Metallic - A79 color, allowing for a consistent body styling line. This is a solution for users who expect precise fitment and compliance with factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7162102-SED
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 4162 7162102
• Substitutable numbers: 41614415290
• Color: Sedonarot Metallic - A79

Purpose and Fitment for BMW 1 Series

The hood is designed with the front-end structure of the BMW E81 and E87 in mind, which translates to proper alignment with the fenders, bumper, and grille. Using an original engine hood allows for maintaining correct mounting gaps, proper geometry, and compatibility with factory hinges, latches, and gas struts (if present in the specific vehicle configuration).

This makes the part suitable for both post-accident repairs and replacement of a worn or corroded hood, without the need for modifications to the vehicle's front-end structure.

Color and Paint Aspect

The engine hood is finished in Sedonarot Metallic - A79, a color characteristic of selected BMW 1 Series configurations. This is a metallic red shade that effectively accentuates the body lines and gives the car a dynamic, distinctive character.

When selecting this hood for a specific vehicle, it is advisable to verify the vehicle's paint code to minimize the scope of any potential paintwork. In many cases, using a part in the same color can reduce surface preparation costs and shorten repair time.

Characteristics of an Original BMW Part

As a part from the original BMW line, the hood maintains the parameters set by the vehicle manufacturer. This includes, among other things, appropriate panel rigidity, correct mounting points, and compatibility with factory passive safety elements within the front-end structure.

An original engine hood ensures:

• visual consistency with other body panels,
• proper airflow over the engine compartment,
• preservation of the factory line of creases and edges.

Part Condition and Application in Repairs

The hood is a used body part, making it an economical solution for vehicle repairs while maintaining original specifications. This type of part is well-suited for body shops and individual restoration projects where compliance with factory geometry and front-end structure is important.

Prior to installation, standard surface inspection, preparation for painting (if required), and fitment check for the specific BMW E81 or E87 model are recommended.

Technical Support and Vehicle Project Development

Replacing a hood often involves a broader range of work on the front of the car – adjusting the latch, setting gaps, and sometimes upgrading other body elements. It is worth taking this opportunity to assess the overall condition of the engine bay and undercarriage, especially on cars used dynamically or after modifications. For a comparison of structural solutions in higher-performance vehicles, you can refer to the article comparing the construction of powertrains and chassis in Audi RS sports models, which helps to better understand the differences in the design of body parts and the front zone.