BMW 3 Series E90 Front Left Engine Bonnet Hinge N/S Spacegrau Grey A52 7115263

The BMW E90 Left Bonnet Hinge Grey is an original body part designed for the front of the vehicle, responsible for precise guidance and stable support of the bonnet. Thanks to its factory fit for the E90 series, it ensures correct opening geometry, leading to seamless bonnet operation and secure closing. Finished in Spacegrau Metallic - A52, the hinge harmoniously complements body paintwork in this shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7115263-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7115263
• Substitutable numbers: 41617210677, 7210677, 7115263, 41618045403, 8045403, 41617131751, 7131751, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Bonnet Hinge Purpose and Function

The left bonnet hinge in the BMW E90 operates in the front section of the body, responsible for the controlled movement of the engine cover during opening and closing. A correctly selected part ensures:

• stable bonnet guidance without unwanted play,
• proper positioning relative to the fenders and front panel,
• even load distribution during lifting and lowering.

Thanks to its construction conforming to factory BMW standards, the hinge works with original mounting points, facilitating installation and maintaining factory body gaps.

Colour and Paint Match

The presented part is finished in the Spacegrau Metallic - A52 shade, which is a significant advantage for post-accident repairs or replacement of individual body components. A hinge in this colour allows for:

• maintaining visual consistency of the engine bay and bonnet edges,
• minimizing the scope of potential paintwork,
• easier matching of the part to vehicles with the same paint code.

Colour matching is particularly important in cars where attention is paid to the aesthetics of details and the uniform appearance of the entire front section.

Characteristics of an Original BMW Part

As a part from the Bonnet group dedicated to BMW, the hinge has been designed for the specific body geometry of the E90 series. This means that:

• it fits the factory mounting points on the left side of the vehicle's front,
• it has been developed considering the loads acting on the bonnet during operation,
• it maintains compatibility with the original bonnet and other front-end components.

The used nature of the part allows for economical repair while preserving the original BMW construction, which is beneficial both technically and cost-wise.

Practical Benefits of Installation

The use of this hinge in the BMW E90 is particularly recommended for collision repairs or replacement of worn bonnet mechanism components. Installing a correctly selected hinge allows for:

• restoring the correct operation of the bonnet opening mechanism,
• reducing the risk of bonnet edges rubbing against adjacent body parts,
• maintaining proper alignment and body line in the front section.

For body and paint shops, as well as users who care about the technical correctness of repairs, this is a solution that supports the preservation of factory body parameters.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front section of your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional hinges, reinforcements, or bonnet mounting elements, check the available parts in the BMW Bonnets category.

For those who want to better understand how to select original used components for popular car models and plan repairs optimally, our guide will be helpful – find more information in the article Best Used Car Parts – A Guide to the Most Frequently Chosen Original Parts.