BMW F20 F21 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F20 F21 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. The tailgate in Black Sapphire Metallic color allows for maintaining consistent body styling and the correct geometry of the rear bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7305470-BS4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7305470
• Substitutable numbers: 41007305470, 7305470, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the tailgate

The offered tailgate is dedicated to BMW F20/F21 series models and is mounted in the rear area of the body. It is responsible for the tight closure of the luggage compartment, proper alignment of the body lines, and stable mounting of rear vehicle equipment, such as lighting or interior trim elements.

Precise dimensional fit and factory geometry ensure proper alignment with the fenders, bumper, and glass, which is important both for safety and for reducing noise and moisture penetration into the trunk interior.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – visual benefits

The finish in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 allows for maintaining the original look of the BMW body without the need for full painting of the entire component. Metallic black masks minor shade differences well compared to adjacent panels, which makes it easier to match the tailgate to the existing paint coating.

For users who care about the visual consistency of the car, this means the possibility of a faster and more predictable repair of the rear body, with the scope of painting work limited to potential touch-ups and polishing.

Installation characteristics and fitment

The tailgate from this series is structurally prepared for installation at the factory mounting points in the BMW F20/F21. This means maintaining the original crease lines, hinge locations, actuators, and lock elements, which facilitates bodywork and mechanical tasks and shortens repair time.

As an element from the Doors and door panels group, the tailgate works with seals, the lock, and the rear equipment installation, ensuring proper closing and stability of the entire rear body structure.

Condition and use in post-accident repairs

The product is in used condition, which makes it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs when the priority is combining the quality of an original component with cost optimization. Using a tailgate from dismantling allows for maintaining the factory construction specifications without the need to adjust replacements with different geometry.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial in the case of rear vehicle damage, where it is important to recreate factory gaps between elements, proper edge alignment, and correct operation of the lock and actuators.

Selecting the right element by numbers and parameters

The tailgate has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates unambiguous identification and matching to a specific BMW F20/F21 configuration. In combination with the Black Sapphire Metallic color designation, it is possible to precisely match the element to the existing vehicle specification, without the risk of structural or color incompatibility.

Additionally, the product is marked with an individual SKU, which facilitates order processing and compliance verification in warehouse and service systems.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as door skins, door frames, or side panels, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

When planning larger body repairs or replacing several elements at once, it is also worth checking out practical tips regarding the purchase of used mechanical components – the guide How to buy a used car engine and not get scammed – a step-by-step guide may be helpful, as it shows what to pay attention to when choosing parts from the secondary market.