BMW 1 Series E87 Flap Towing Eye Rear Bumper Sydneyblau Blue 7117625

The BMW E87 Tow Hook Cover Rear Bumper Sydneyblau is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle. The cover in Sydneyblau Metallic - A19 color allows for restoring the bumper's cohesive appearance after removing the tow hook or its cover, maintaining the factory body line and the aesthetic characteristic of the BMW 1 Series E87.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7117625-SYD
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7117625
• Substitutable numbers: 51120032634, 51127117625, 0032634, 7117625
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Sydneyblau Metallic - A19
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Function of the Part

The rear bumper tow hook cover has been designed as a precisely fitted external component that masks the service opening in the bumper. Thanks to its proper profile and secure mounting, it ensures stable placement in its original position without the need for additional modifications.

This part is particularly important for accident repairs, bumper replacements, or restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition after the removal of additional equipment. A correctly chosen cover limits the risk of dirt entering the bumper's interior and improves the overall appearance of the rear of the car.

Color and Visual Fit

The cover is finished in the Sydneyblau Metallic - A19 color, characteristic of selected BMW E87 paint configurations. This allows it to be used both as a replacement part while maintaining the existing paintwork, and as a base for potential color matching in more advanced body and paintwork.

The metallic shade ensures consistency with the factory body paint, which is important for precise visual repairs where maintaining a uniform bumper surface and an aesthetically pleasing finish of the rear of the vehicle are crucial.

Vehicle Placement and Installation Aspects

The part is intended for installation on the rear of the vehicle, in the bumper area, in the designated spot for access to the towing eye. The design of the cover is adapted to the geometry of the BMW E87 bumper, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining proper gaps and parting lines.

With correct model selection, installation involves simply fitting the part into the factory clips. This allows for an organized completion of service work related to the rear bumper, without the need for makeshift solutions.

Characteristics of a Used Product

This cover comes from the secondary market, meaning it is a used part. Such components are often chosen for operational repairs where a reasonable cost-to-functionality ratio and adherence to the original manufacturer's specifications are important.

For body parts like bumper covers, it is particularly important to maintain conformity in shape, mounting, and surface finish with the factory standard. This is precisely why many users opt for parts from dismantling, which allow for restoring the vehicle's original appearance without altering the bumper's structure.

If you want to learn more about the specifics of used market components, you can find practical information in the article “Used Car Parts: Myths and Facts You Need to Know”, which clarifies the most common doubts regarding the quality and durability of such items.

Application in the BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements Category

The tow hook cover belongs to the group of body parts classified as Bumpers and Reinforcements, which are components responsible for the vehicle's external protection and aesthetics. Replacing such details is a natural step in bumper repairs, visual corrections, and restoring the full functionality of the rear of the car.

If you are looking for other BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements tailored to your model, check out the BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements available in our store to complete a set of body parts consistent with the brand's factory standards.