BMW E90 LCI Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Spacegrau Space Grey Metallic - A52

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 LCI Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Spacegrau Space Grey Metallic is an original body component designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory Spacegrau Metallic - A52 color, it provides a seamless addition to the body styling and allows for precise matching with the existing paintwork. This used OEM component is a sensible solution for accident repairs, bodywork corrections, and restoring the factory appearance of the hood.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7153940-SCG1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7153940
• Substitutable numbers: 41617153940, 7153940, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and fitment

The hood has been designed as a front body component, responsible for covering the engine bay and maintaining the proper body lines. The OEM construction ensures:

• geometry consistent with factory mounting points,
• proper fitment with fenders, the bumper, and the radiator grille,
• preservation of the original creases and edges characteristic of the E90 LCI series.

As a result, the hood works with factory hinges, the latch, and sealing elements, which facilitates installation and subsequent gap adjustment.

Color and paint layer

The factory Spacegrau Metallic - A52 color is a popular, subtle shade of grey with a metallic effect, often chosen for BMW models due to its universal, elegant character. Using original metallic paint means:

• visual consistency with other body components in the same color,
• easier matching for potential local painting or blending,
• preservation of the depth and metallic reflections typical for BMW.

For body and paint repairs, a used hood in the correct color allows for reducing the scope of painting work, which translates into time and cost savings.

Characteristics of the used component

As a secondary market part, the hood is a cost-effective solution while maintaining construction consistent with the OEM standard. A used body component is a good choice in situations where:

• it is necessary to replace the hood after a collision or local corrosion,
• maintaining the original geometry and rigidity of the panel is important,
• compatibility with factory mounting points and accessories is essential.

Before installation, a standard bodywork inspection, fitting to the vehicle body, and – if necessary – surface preparation for further painting work is recommended.

Application in body repairs

The LCI version hood is a crucial element in the comprehensive reconstruction of the vehicle's front after mechanical or collision damage. In workshop practice, it is used, among others, for:

• simple hood panel replacements after local dents,
• repairs after the deployment of passive safety systems,
• restoring the factory body line after replacing the bumper and fenders.

The original hood makes it easier to maintain correct gaps between body components, which is important for both aesthetic and aerodynamic reasons.

Complementary BMW body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch zone and the lower part of the body in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as mudguards, protective aprons, or additional protective elements, check the available parts in the BMW Mudflaps category.

If you want to better understand how to effectively use used body components in body repairs and what to look for when selecting them, check out the article Replacing body components with used ones – can salvaged body parts look like new?, which describes the practical aspects of working with salvaged body parts.