BMW 3 E90 E91 LCI Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Bluewater Blue Water Metallic - 896

Visual condition of the part

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

The BMW E90 E91 LCI Bonnet Engine Cover Bluewater is an original body part from the BMW range, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. Finished in the attractive Bluewater Metallic - 896 color, it allows for a visually cohesive restoration of the car's factory appearance after repairs. The product belongs to the Mud Flaps category, but functionally serves as a complete engine cover, ideal for service and bodywork applications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7153940-WB2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7153940
• Substitutable numbers: 41617153940, 7153940, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Application and Fitment for BMW

The BMW E90 E91 LCI Bonnet Engine Cover Bluewater has been designed for the facelifted (LCI) 3 Series models, ensuring proper fitment to the body lines and factory mounting points. Its placement in the Front zone means it interacts with the bonnet latch, fenders, grille, and headlights, creating a cohesive front-end geometry for the vehicle.

Its original BMW origin promotes the maintenance of correct panel gaps, which is crucial for both aesthetics and the proper closing of the bonnet and operation of the latch mechanism. This makes the part well-suited for professional accident repairs where precise restoration of factory geometry is required.

Bluewater Metallic - 896 Color and Aesthetic Qualities

The Bluewater Metallic - 896 color is a distinctive metallic shade from the BMW palette, often chosen by users who appreciate understated yet striking styling. Using the original paint in this color:

• facilitates matching the part to the vehicle's existing paintwork,
• minimizes the scope of potential paintwork after installation,
• allows for visual consistency across the entire front of the car.

For body and paint shops, this means a shorter repair completion time, and for the end-user, an aesthetic finish close to the factory look.

Characteristics of a Used Part

This bonnet comes from the used BMW parts segment, enabling an economical restoration of the original body structure while maintaining correct assembly parameters. A used body part is a good solution when the priority is:

• preserving the original sheet metal structure,
• reducing costs compared to a new part,
• maintaining compliance with BMW's factory solutions.

Prior to installation, standard inspection of the surface condition, edges, and mounting points is recommended, as per standard practice in professional body repairs.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Bonnet

Using an original BMW engine cover in Bluewater Metallic - 896 offers a range of practical benefits:

• factory-precise fit to the vehicle's front-end structure,
• visual consistency with other body elements,
• preservation of the characteristic styling of the facelifted 3 Series.

For users who prioritize maintaining the car's value and ensuring a correct body repair, an original bonnet is a more predictable solution than aftermarket alternatives with uncertain geometry.

Related Parts and Additional Information

If, during front-end repairs, you also need other parts from the mud flaps category dedicated to this brand, for example, to complete the protection of wheel arches and lower body areas, check the available parts in the BMW Mud Flaps category.

For owners of newer generations of the 3 Series, interested in a broader context of modernizing and servicing BMW powertrains, a practical guide from Global Parts might be helpful – BMW Code B58, i.e., 340 HP from the Aftermarket – Checklist Before Buying a Turbocharger and Intercooler for BMW 3 Series (G20), which discusses compatibility, parts selection, and VIN verification.