BMW 1 Series E87 Flap Towing Eye Front Bumper Black Sapphire 475 7117623

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW 1 Series E87 Flap Towing Eye Front Bumper Black Sapphire is an original body component from the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed for installation in the front part of the bumper. The flap allows for the aesthetic covering of the towing eye opening, restoring the bumper's cohesive appearance and maintaining the factory styling line of the BMW. The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 finish ensures compatibility with vehicle paint in this shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7117623-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7117623
• Substitutable numbers: 51127117623, 7117623, 51120033977, 0033977
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The front bumper towing eye flap has been designed as a precisely fitted body component for the BMW 1 Series E87. Its task is to cover the towing eye socket in the bumper so that it:

• maintains a cohesive, factory look of the vehicle's front end,
• limits the ingress of dirt into the interior of the bumper structure,
• ensures proper fitment with the bumper line and adjacent components.

Its placement in the Front zone makes the component both aesthetically and practically significant – especially after accident repairs or bumper replacement.

Color and paint matching

The flap is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, which allows for maintaining a uniform paint surface across the entire width of the bumper. For BMW vehicles in this shade, this means:

• no need for additional painting while maintaining color consistency,
• consistent light reflection on the bumper and the flap,
• aesthetic closure of the towing eye opening without visible tonal differences.

Thanks to the factory paint shade, the component integrates well with other body panels, which is particularly important for repairs performed to BMW service standards.

Installation characteristics

The towing eye flap is structurally prepared for installation in the original BMW E87 bumper socket. Properly shaped clips and edge geometry allow the component to be seated without interfering with the bumper structure. In practice, this means:

• stable retention in the socket after proper snapping into place,
• no need for additional auxiliary fasteners,
• possibility of removal if the towing eye needs to be used.

This type of solution is particularly beneficial for accident repairs when it is required to restore the factory layout of bumper components.

Condition and service application

The component comes from the secondary market, which makes it a practical choice for maintenance and accident repairs where compliance with the original BMW specification and reasonable cost are important. The flap will prove useful in situations where:

• the original component has been lost or damaged,
• after replacing the bumper, the complete towing eye cover is missing,
• it is necessary to restore the cohesive appearance of the front bodywork.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry and color, the flap allows for service-grade restoration of the vehicle's appearance in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

Compatibility within the parts group

The flap belongs to the Bumper inserts and covers group, which means it works with other bumper trim elements in the front part of the vehicle. In practice, this facilitates the selection of other components during bumper zone repairs, such as other covers, inserts, or grilles, so that the entire system is structurally cohesive.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, inserts, or grilles, check the available parts in the BMW Bumper inserts and covers category.

Practical service tips

When selecting a towing eye flap for a BMW E87, it is worth paying attention to the paint color compatibility and its suitability for the front part of the bumper. In the case of wider body repairs or interference with the vehicle's structure, guide materials regarding the assessment of used component conditions may also be helpful – especially with larger mechanical components. In such a situation, it is worth reading the article How to buy a used car engine and not get scammed – a step-by-step guide, which discusses practical rules for verifying parts from the secondary market.

Summary

BMW 1 Series E87 Flap Towing Eye Front Bumper Black Sapphire is a functional body component that allows you to restore the aesthetics and completeness of the front bumper in BMW vehicles with Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint. Proper fitment to the front zone, belonging to the Bumper inserts and covers group, and original installation characteristics make this a solution particularly useful for service repairs and the reconstruction of the vehicle's factory appearance.