BMW E92 E93 Bonnet Hood Front Spacegrau Space Grey Metallic - A52

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E92 E93 Bonnet Hood Front Spacegrau Space Grey Metallic - A52 is an original body component designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle, ensuring a factory fit and a consistent look for the car. Finished in Spacegrau Metallic - A52, it allows for the aesthetic replacement of a damaged hood without the need to change the vehicle's visual character. This is a practical solution for users who expect solid construction and compliance with BMW factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7168514-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7168514
• Substitutable numbers: 41617168514, 7168514
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Technical characteristics and intended use

The presented hood belongs to the Hoods category and is dedicated to BMW E92 series models. The component is designed as an engine compartment cover mounted in the front part of the body, maintaining the original geometry of creases, edges, and mounting points. This allows for precise alignment with the fenders, bumper, and radiator grille, which is important for both aerodynamics and the proper operation of the latch and hinges.

The Spacegrau Metallic - A52 color is a factory BMW paint with a subdued, metallic shade of gray, often found in versions with a more dynamic and elegant character. Using the original color significantly facilitates visual matching with other body elements, limiting the scope of any potential paint work.

Body function and practical aspects

The engine hood in the BMW E92 serves several key structural and functional purposes:

• protects the engine compartment from external factors (moisture, dirt, small road debris),
• stabilizes airflow over the front of the vehicle, affecting aerodynamic drag,
• provides adequate workspace when servicing the power unit,
• contributes to shaping the body lines and the overall aesthetics of the vehicle.

By maintaining the factory design, replacing a damaged hood with this component allows for the restoration of the correct front-end geometry, which is essential both from a safety perspective and for the subsequent alignment of gaps between body panels.

Spacegrau Metallic - A52 color and visual matching

The Spacegrau Metallic - A52 shade is characterized by a neutral, metallic gray that harmonizes well with BMW's chrome and black styling accents. In practice, this means that a hood in this color:

• blends harmoniously with the body lines of the BMW E92,
• allows for visual consistency when replacing a single element,
• is a beneficial choice for post-accident repairs when the rest of the bodywork retains its original paint.

For body shops and individual users, using a hood in the factory color limits the scope of paint corrections to potential shade matching, which translates into savings in time and costs.

Component condition and practical application

The hood is offered as a used part, making it an attractive cost-effective alternative to new components while maintaining original BMW specifications. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for maintenance and post-accident repairs, where a reasonable balance between price and build quality is important.

Due to its factory origin, the component is suitable for use in both private repairs and professional services specializing in the BMW brand. It enables the restoration of the vehicle's original front-end appearance without the need to use aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment.

Integration with other BMW body components

When replacing the hood in a BMW E92, it is worth paying attention to the condition of adjacent components, such as hinges, the hood latch, gas struts, or engine compartment seals. A properly selected engine hood works in conjunction with these elements, ensuring smooth opening and closing and stable retention of the hood in the service position.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body 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 Hoods category.

Expert support and selection of used parts

When choosing used body components, many drivers pay attention to the cost-to-durability ratio and compatibility issues between different model versions. In the context of general principles for selecting parts from the secondary market, materials discussing the practical aspects of using components in popular brands can be helpful. For this purpose, it is worth reading an article describing when used sub-assemblies can be a reasonable choice, available at the following link: Volkswagen – solidity and reliability. Why are used VW parts a reasonable choice?.