BMW 1 E82 E88 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Left Hinge N/S Black Sapphire 475 7166751

BMW E82 E88 Left Trunk Hinge Black is an original body part designed for precise guidance and support of the trunk lid on the left side. Thanks to its factory geometry and fit to the body structure, it ensures stable operation of the lid, and the Black Sapphire Metallic paint allows for visual consistency with the rest of the car body.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7166751-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7166751
• Substitutable numbers: 7166751, 41007230859, 7230859, 41627166753, 7166753, eM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Trunk Hinge Purpose and Function

The presented hinge is a component of the trunk lid mounting system in BMW E82 and E88 models, installed on the left side. It is responsible for the controlled opening and closing of the lid, maintaining it in the correct position, and transferring loads to the body structure. The hinge's design is intended to work with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of improper fit.

Paint Color and Matching

The part is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, allowing for an aesthetic match with the body in the same shade. In practice, this means a reduced need for additional painting when replacing the hinge on cars of this color, as well as maintaining a consistent visual line of the trunk edge and fenders.

Mounting Characteristics

The left black trunk hinge has been prepared for installation in the factory mounting points of the BMW E82/E88, which allows for:

• maintaining the correct geometry for opening and closing the lid,
• proper guidance of the lid relative to the seals and lock,
• reducing stress within the trunk panel.

Thanks to a design consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's solutions, it is possible to use existing mountings and hardware that work with the hinge, without the need for modifications.

Part Condition and Origin

The offered hinge is a used BMW part, meaning it comes from a vehicle disassembly and retains its original structural specifications. This type of part is a good choice when the original hinge has been damaged and the user expects to maintain the original trunk lid operation characteristics and compatibility with the body without additional modifications.

Why Choose a Used OEM Hinge

For body structural components such as hinges, using a part that conforms to the factory design is crucial for durability and operational safety. A used OEM part retains its original geometry, ensuring that:

• the trunk lid closes with the appropriate force and without jerks,
• gaps between body panels remain even,
• the risk of accelerated wear on the lock and seals is reduced.

If you want to learn the practical arguments for choosing original parts from disassembly over aftermarket alternatives, it's worth reading the article 5 Reasons Why a Used OEM Part is a Better Choice Than an Aftermarket Replacement.

If you are looking for other body and trunk lid structure parts for your BMW and want to maintain the technical and visual consistency of the entire system, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

To compare the design and technical solutions used in sports car versions, including chassis and related systems, you can read the article Audi RS vs. Other Models – What Lies Under the Hood and Chassis?, which shows the differences between standard and sport versions.