BMW F20 F21 F22 Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Alpinweiss Alpine White 3 - 300

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F20 F21 F22 Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Alpinweiss Alpine White 3 - 300 is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for installation in the front section of BMW F-series vehicles. Finished in the factory Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color, it allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of the engine hood without the need to fit aftermarket parts of uncertain origin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7290942-AW2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7290942
• Substitutable numbers: 41007290942, 7290942, 41617284517, 7284517
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Technical specifications and fitment

The presented hood is a structural body component designed specifically for BMW F-series models from the F20, F21, and F22 families. Its placement in the front zone of the vehicle means it is responsible for both protecting the engine compartment and properly guiding airflow over the body. Using an original engine hood ensures proper alignment with the fenders, radiator grille, headlights, and hood latch, which translates into the stability of the entire front end of the car.

The Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color is a popular, bright BMW paint, which makes it possible to maintain a uniform stylistic line of the body. In the case of post-accident repairs or local body damage, using a hood in the same shade significantly facilitates the painting process and limits the scope of additional finishing work.

Purpose and practical application

The engine hood is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle, where it serves a protective function for the power unit and auxiliary components. The appropriate geometry and factory embossing contribute to:

• proper closing and operation of the hood latch,
• maintaining correct gaps between body components,
• aerodynamic stability in the front end area.

Thanks to the preservation of the original design, the hood works with factory hinges, struts, and seals, which facilitates installation and limits the need for additional modifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where precise reproduction of the factory body geometry is essential.

Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color and visual aspects

The factory Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color is a characteristic white BMW paint, often found in F-series models. Using a hood in this shade:

• facilitates matching to the existing body paint,
• limits the scope of necessary painting work,
• allows for maintaining a consistent, aesthetic appearance of the vehicle's front.

For users who care about the visual consistency of the car, this is a practical solution that speeds up the process of restoring the vehicle to full functionality and aesthetics after mechanical damage or corrosion in the engine hood area.

Condition of the component and benefits of choosing a used part

The offered hood is in used condition, which allows you to combine reasonable repair costs with the original build quality characteristic of the BMW brand. Choosing such a solution is especially beneficial when you want to maintain the factory body structure while optimizing the budget allocated for repairs.

By using an original component from the Hoods category, you minimize the risk of problems with fitment, leaks, or improper operation of the hood latch, which may occur with cheaper replacements with imprecise geometry.

Expanding your BMW front-end repair

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade 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 Hoods category.

To better plan your repair budget and make informed choices between new and used components, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding second-hand parts – the article Second life of electronics – when is it worth choosing used engine controllers, comfort modules, and parking sensors? will be helpful, as it shows how to reasonably approach the purchase of used sub-assemblies in a car.