BMW E81 E87 Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E81 E87 Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component designed for installation in the front section of 1 Series vehicles, ensuring a factory fit and a look consistent with the BMW design language. The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint finish allows you to maintain the car's characteristic, elegant appearance without the need to experiment with other colors. This is a solution for users who expect precise fitment, predictable installation, and aesthetics in line with the original.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7162102-BS4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7162102
• Substitutable numbers: 41627162102, 7162102, 41614415290, 4415290, 41627134070, 7134070, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and function of the component

The hood in this model is responsible for protecting the engine compartment from external factors while serving as an important structural element of the front bodywork. Using an original cover dedicated to the BMW E81/E87 series allows for the preservation of correct body lines, proper panel gaps, and compatibility with factory locks, hinges, and seals. As a result, after replacement, you can achieve a predictable visual and technical effect without the need for additional modifications.

Color and paint matching

The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 finish is a popular metallic shade used on many BMW 1 Series vehicles, which makes it easier to match the hood to the existing paintwork of the vehicle. In practice, this means the possibility of reducing the scope of paintwork or simplifying it, especially when the rest of the body is maintained in the same color. The metallic structure of the paint harmonizes well with the body lines, emphasizing the characteristic hood contours and giving the car a cohesive, understated look.

Installation characteristics

The component has been designed to operate in the front part of the vehicle, maintaining the factory mounting points and geometry intended by the manufacturer. Using an original hood dedicated to a specific generation of the BMW 1 Series facilitates the installation process, as it does not require edge adjustments or structural corrections. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, where compliance with factory dimensions and the ability to correctly set gaps relative to the fenders, bumper, and grille are crucial.

Condition and use in repairs

The product is used, which makes it a reasonable choice for repairs where the priority is to combine functionality with cost control. This type of component is suitable both for rebuilding a car after a collision and for replacing a hood due to wear or corrosion. Using an original engine cover allows you to maintain compliance with the vehicle's construction while reducing the risk of fitment issues typical of aftermarket parts with uncertain geometry.

Benefits of using an original BMW hood

Using an original hood for the BMW E81/E87 series offers a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of the factory body line and characteristic contours,
• predictable fitment with adjacent body components,
• easier adjustment of gaps and hood latch closure,
• color consistency with Black Sapphire Metallic paint,
• a reasonable compromise between cost and quality through the use of a used part.

For users who want to restore the vehicle to a state close to factory condition, using such a hood is a technically safe and predictable solution in terms of the final result.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, panels, or additional accessories mounted in the wheel arch area, check the available parts in the BMW Mudflaps category.

For drivers interested in further vehicle personalization, including improving driver ergonomics and changing the interior character to a more sporty one, an article describing the selection and replacement of the steering wheel with a higher-class model may be helpful – Personalization and ergonomics – when is it worth replacing the steering wheel with a premium model?.