Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 Hood Bonnet Panel Cover

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos. Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 Hood Bonnet Panel Cover is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle. Finished in the factory Corris Grey - 873 color, it allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of a damaged hood without the need for structural modifications to the bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: LR061279-COG
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: LR061279
• Substitutable numbers: LR061279, FK7216612AD, FK72-16612-AD
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Bonnet
• Color: Corris Grey - 873
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and fitment

This hood has been designed specifically for the Discovery Sport L550 model, maintaining the geometry, contours, and mounting points consistent with original Land Rover factory solutions. Its placement in the front zone of the vehicle ensures proper alignment of the body lines, correct fitment with the fenders, radiator grille, and bumper, as well as the proper operation of the latch and hinges. Thanks to the use of the original design, the component works with factory seals, struts, and the locking mechanism, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications. This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs, where precise restoration of the vehicle's factory front-end geometry is essential.

Color and paintwork aspect

The hood is finished in Corris Grey - 873, a color characteristic of many Discovery Sport configurations. Maintaining the original shade makes it easier to match the existing body paintwork, which in many cases allows for minimizing the scope of paint jobs or focusing only on correction and polishing. The uniform color of the hood supports the aesthetic consistency of the entire front of the car, and the appropriately selected shade of gray harmonizes well with plastic elements such as the grille, trim, or headlight housings. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the original appearance of the vehicle after a repair.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the hood represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original structural quality. Such components come from vehicle dismantling and are selected with long-term, safe use in mind. In practice, this means maintaining proper rigidity, compatibility with factory mounting points, and correct operation within the body structure. Choosing a used hood helps reduce the consumption of raw materials and energy associated with the production of a new component, which is significant both economically and environmentally. If you want to better understand the impact of such decisions on ecology, it is worth reading the article: Sustainable automotive: How purchasing original used parts reduces the carbon footprint and protects the environment?

Application in body repairs

The hood in the Discovery Sport L550 serves an important protective function for the engine compartment and auxiliary components, while also influencing the aerodynamics and acoustics of the front of the vehicle. Replacing a damaged hood with an original component from the same model series allows for maintaining proper airflow, sealing, and correct body line alignment. In body and paint repairs, using an original hood from this category facilitates workshop work – it limits the need for edge adjustments, mounting corrections, or additional body filler. This translates into a shorter service time and a more predictable final result.

Expanding repairs in the front body area

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