BMW E63 E64 Flap Towing Eye Rear Bumper Mystic Blue Metallic - A07 0306436

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E63 E64 Flap Towing Eye Rear Bumper Mystic Blue Metallic is an original body component designed for the rear section of BMW 6 Series E63/E64 vehicles. It provides an aesthetic cover for the towing eye opening, restoring the cohesive look of the bumper and maintaining the factory body lines. Thanks to its Mysticblau Metallic - A07 paint finish, it allows for a visually consistent installation without the need for additional color matching.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0306436-MYS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0306436
• Substitutable numbers: 51120306436, 0306436, 7008836
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Mysticblau Metallic - A07
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The rear towing eye flap for the BMW E63/E64 is responsible for covering the technical attachment point in the bumper, which is used exclusively during towing. In daily use, this opening should be covered in order to:

• maintain a uniform bumper surface,
• limit the ingress of contaminants into the structure,
• minimize the risk of corrosion in the towing eye mounting area,
• preserve the original geometry and appearance of the rear bodywork.

The component is designed for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle, in the location of the factory towing eye socket, which facilitates the service replacement of a damaged or lost flap.

Color and visual fit

The flap is finished in the factory color Mysticblau Metallic - A07, characteristic of BMW paints from the Mystic Blue palette. As a result:

• color consistency with the originally painted bumper is maintained,
• the need for additional painting is reduced when properly matched to a specific vehicle,
• after installation, the component does not differ from other body panels in terms of shade and the character of the metallic finish.

Proper color matching is particularly important for post-accident repairs and restoring the vehicle to a condition close to factory specifications.

Technical characteristics and installation

The rear towing eye flap has been designed as an original BMW part, which translates into:

• precise fitment with the factory bumper of E63/E64 models,
• preservation of the correct edge geometry and parting lines,
• compatibility with factory mounts in the rear body section.

The item comes from the secondary market, which means it is a used OEM part. For many users, this represents a favorable compromise between the quality of an original part and the purchase cost, while maintaining factory material and structural specifications.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing a missing or damaged rear towing eye flap in a BMW E63/E64 brings tangible benefits:

• improvement of the rear bumper aesthetics and the overall appearance of the vehicle,
• protection of the towing eye mounting zone against dirt and moisture,
• maintenance of compliance with the factory body design, which is important when reselling the car,
• reduction of the need for additional modifications thanks to the use of an original component.

For users who care about body details and for workshops performing body and paint repairs, this is a practical solution that allows for the quick restoration of the rear section's completeness.

Related categories and technical materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, plugs, or small mounting details, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

When choosing original body components and consumables, comparative material regarding sports versions of premium cars may be helpful – more information can be found in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.

If you are considering purchasing items from the secondary market and want to better understand the advantages of original components from dismantling over replacements, it is worth reading the guide 5 reasons why a used OEM part is a better choice than a replacement, which discusses practical criteria for selecting parts.