BMW 1 Series E87 Flap Towing Eye Front Bumper Titan Silver - 354 7117623

BMW 1 Series E87 Flap Towing Eye Front Bumper Titan Silver - 354 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle. The flap provides an aesthetic and technical cover for the towing eye socket, maintaining a consistent look with the bumper and the factory body line of the BMW. The paint in the Titansilber Metallic - 354 shade allows for a harmonious match with the original car color.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7117623-TS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7117623
• Substitutable numbers: 51127117623, 7117623, 51120033977, 0033977
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Titansilber Metallic - 354
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The presented towing eye flap is dedicated to the front body of the BMW 1 Series E87, where it is responsible for covering the towing eye mounting hole in the bumper. This ensures that the bumper maintains surface continuity, and the structure of the front part of the car remains visually and functionally organized. This element is part of the body system from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, which facilitates proper fitment with factory mounts.

Color and visual fit

The flap is finished in Titansilber Metallic - 354, characteristic of many BMW 1 Series E87 units. The metallic paint coating allows for consistency with the original body paint, reducing the need for additional painting when the color is properly matched. Such a match helps maintain a uniform bumper surface and an aesthetic appearance of the entire front of the vehicle.

Installation characteristics

The element has been designed as a factory towing eye flap for the front bumper, which facilitates installation in the place provided by the vehicle manufacturer. The design is prepared to work with the original mounting points in the bumper, so that after proper installation, the flap creates an even plane with the rest of the bumper. This type of solution reduces the risk of gaps and improves protection of the towing eye hole against dirt.

Condition and service application

The offered flap comes from the used parts segment, which allows for an economical visual and functional repair of the front bumper while maintaining the original origin of the component. It works well both when replacing a damaged or lost cover, and when completing a bumper after body and paint repairs. It is a practical solution for workshops, services specializing in BMW, and users servicing their cars themselves.

Support in selection and additional information

To precisely verify the compatibility of the flap with a specific BMW 1 Series E87 configuration, it is worth using the OEM number and interchangeable numbers assigned to this element. The vehicle's VIN number and consultation with a technical advisor can also be helpful in selecting the right part. For users who want to go through the compatibility verification process step by step, the article Guide: how to choose the right car part by VIN and OEM number, describing practical methods of checking parameters, will be useful.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.