BMW 1 Series E81 E87 LCI Flap Towing Eye Rear Bumper Karmesinrot Red 7166598

BMW E81 E87 Tow Hook Bumper Cover is a precisely fitted body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle. Finished in the Karmesinrot - A61 color, this cover aesthetically closes the tow hook opening, restoring the bumper's cohesive appearance and maintaining the original BMW body line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0036377-KAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036377
• Substitutable numbers: 51120036377, 0036377, 7166598, 51127166598, 51247348530, 7348530, 51244825211, 4825211
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Intended Use and Function of the Part

The tow hook bumper cover is dedicated to the rear of the body, where it serves to shield the tow hitch mounting point. Thanks to its proper profile and fit to the bumper's shape, it ensures:

• a visually cohesive appearance of the vehicle's rear,
• protection of the tow hitch socket from dirt,
• maintenance of the bumper's correct aerodynamics.

This part belongs to the Bumpers and Reinforcements group, meaning it structurally collaborates with the rear bumper without affecting its load-bearing capacity, merely complementing the exterior body shell.

Color Scheme and Visual Fit

The cover is finished in the Karmesinrot - A61 shade, allowing for a uniform color match with bumpers on BMW vehicles painted in this code. This precise match minimizes the need for additional painting and facilitates quick replacement of a damaged part.

Thanks to its factory profile and appropriate shape, upon correct installation, the parting lines between the bumper and the cover remain even, which is important for both aesthetic reasons and subsequent service maintenance.

Product Characteristics and Condition

The cover is a part of the BMW brand, ensuring compatibility with the bumper's factory geometry and proper fit with original mountings. The product comes from the used component circulation, making it an economical solution for body repairs while maintaining correct assembly parameters.

The part has an assigned OEM part number and related interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific BMW E81/E87 series version based on technical documentation or parts catalogs.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Cover

Using a dedicated tow hook bumper cover for the BMW E81 E87 allows for:

• restoring the original appearance of the rear bumper after damage or loss of the original part,
• maintaining consistency with the BMW body's styling line,
• reducing repair costs by using a used part while ensuring proper fit.

For users who prioritize visual consistency and correct installation, choosing an original component from this group is a technically safe and predictable solution in terms of the final outcome.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair of the rear body section of your BMW and also need other parts that work with the rear bumper, such as reinforcements, brackets, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

To better plan your repair strategy and decide when it's worthwhile to opt for a used part versus a replacement or factory part, the Global Parts guide can be helpful – find more information in the article Original, Replacement, or Used – Which Car Parts Are Most Cost-Effective?.