BMW F46 LCI Gran Tourer Rear Boot Trunk Lid Emblem Badge Lettering 218d 7402961

BMW F46 LCI Gran Tourer Rear Boot Trunk Lid Emblem Badge Lettering 218d is an original component from the Emblems and ornaments group, designed for mounting on the rear of the vehicle body. This factory model lettering allows you to maintain a consistent, aesthetic appearance of the vehicle and restore its visual character in line with BMW standards after bodywork and paint repairs. Thanks to its precise manufacturing, it ensures a proper fit to the tailgate of the facelifted Gran Tourer.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7402961
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7402961
• Substitutable numbers: 7402961, 51147402961
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Emblems & Ornaments

Purpose and function of BMW emblems

The model emblem on the tailgate serves not only an aesthetic role but also an informational one – it clearly identifies the vehicle's engine version. In the case of the facelifted Gran Tourer, the correct lettering on the trunk lid is essential both for post-accident repairs and for professional body restoration.

The original BMW emblem ensures:

• visual consistency with other body markings,
• preservation of the factory look of the vehicle's rear,
• easier identification of the model in service and insurance documentation.

Construction and fitment to the tailgate

The emblem has been designed specifically for installation on the tailgate of the facelifted BMW Gran Tourer, maintaining the correct geometry of letters and numbers as well as their spacing relative to the bodywork contours. As a result, after installation, the lettering remains parallel to the body lines, and the gaps between characters comply with factory standards.

Precise manufacturing facilitates:

• correct positioning on the surface of the tailgate,
• achieving an even line of lettering relative to the trunk edge,
• restoring the original appearance after replacing or painting the component.

Product characteristics and application

As an item from the Emblems and ornaments group, the model lettering for the Gran Tourer is intended primarily for users who:

• are rebuilding the rear of the body after a collision,
• are performing a professional visual restoration of the vehicle,
• want to restore original model markings after previous removal.

The product comes from the BMW line, which means maintaining the correct font style, proportions, and surface finish characteristic of this brand. Thanks to this, the vehicle retains a consistent, factory-original look of the rear body section after installation.

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing OEM parts

The emblem is a used component, which in practice means a beneficial combination of original component quality and an attractive price compared to new aftermarket replacements. Choosing OEM parts allows you to maintain compliance with BMW factory standards regarding styling, geometry, and the method of mounting on the tailgate.

The main advantages of using the original model lettering include:

• preserving the authentic look of the vehicle's rear,
• better fit to the tailgate surface than in the case of universal replacements,
• consistency with other markings and emblems on the body.

Complementary BMW Emblems and ornaments

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional model lettering, engine version markings, or decorative logos, check out the available parts in the BMW Emblems and ornaments category.

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