£BMW E92 E93 Bonnet Hood Front Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

£BMW E92 E93 Bonnet Hood Front Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component from the Bonnet category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color, it allows for maintaining a consistent factory look of the bodywork and the proper geometry of the car's front end.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7168514-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7168514
• Substitutable numbers: 41617168514, 7168514, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Technical specifications and fitment

The presented bonnet is a structural component designed for installation in the front body area of the BMW E92 series. It has been designed as a factory part, which promotes proper alignment with the fenders, bumper, and radiator grille, as well as facilitating the adjustment of gaps and body lines in accordance with the manufacturer's standards.

The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color is a popular metallic shade used by BMW, which allows for an aesthetic replacement of the component without the need for immediate repainting in the case of cars in the same color, or significantly reduces the scope of paintwork required.

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The bonnet plays a key role in protecting the engine compartment from external factors such as moisture, dirt, or minor road impacts. A properly selected engine cover also contributes to:

• maintaining the proper aerodynamics of the vehicle's front,
• stability of the closure and the operation of the bonnet lock,
• proper guidance of cooling air towards the radiators and the engine compartment,
• visual consistency of the BMW E92 body lines.

As an item from the Bonnet category, this part is significant both from the point of view of operational safety and maintaining the visual value of the car.

Condition, origin, and benefits of using a used OEM part

The offered bonnet is a used part, originating from original BMW production. Using an OEM component in the bodywork allows for maintaining factory fitment parameters and facilitates installation in place of a damaged element without the need for modifying mounts or the structure of the vehicle's front.

Choosing a used OEM bonnet is a solution that in many cases:

• reduces repair costs compared to new components,
• shortens the time to restore the car to full functionality,
• ensures compliance with the factory body specification.

If you want to better understand how the availability of used OEM components affects repair time and workshop workflow, it is worth reading the article Availability of car parts off-the-shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten workshop stays?.

Color and paintwork aspects

The finish in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is particularly beneficial for owners of BMW E92 models in the same body color, as it may limit the scope of paintwork to local corrections or polishing. In the case of vehicles in a different color, the metallic base provides a good starting point for preparing the surface for repainting in accordance with the specific car's paint code.

The metallic structure of the paint promotes an attractive visual effect after proper preparation and surface protection, which is important for post-accident repairs and body renovations.

Comprehensive front-end repair in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or complementary panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Bonnets category.