BMW E60 E81 E87 E90 E91 X5 E53 E70 F10 F11 Bonnet Boot Badge Emblem Logo Plaque

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW E60 E81 E87 E90 E91 X5 E53 E70 F10 F11 Bonnet Boot Badge Emblem Logo Plaque is an original part from the Emblems and Ornaments group, designed for installation on the hood of selected BMW models. The product comes from the BMW OE line, which ensures a factory-perfect fit to the bodywork and visual consistency with other vehicle details.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8132375-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8132375
• Substitutable numbers: 51148132375, 8132375, 51141872324, 1872324, 51141866629, 41866629, 1866629
• Category: Emblems & Ornaments

Purpose and compatibility with BMW models

The presented hood emblem has been designed specifically for popular BMW 3, 5, and X5 series models, such as the E60, E81, E87, E90, or E53. Thanks to the use of original mounting geometry and the correct profile, the badge sits properly on the hood surface without tension or unnatural deviations.

Its original BMW OE origin means that the diameter, shape, and mounting method comply with the manufacturer's factory requirements, which facilitates installation and helps maintain a consistent look for the front of the vehicle.

Technical characteristics and construction

The emblem belongs to the Emblems and Ornaments group, which consists of components responsible for brand identification and body aesthetics. The construction is intended for mounting on the hood, using factory mounting points in the sheet metal. The applied clip system ensures stable seating of the badge and resistance to typical operational stresses, such as car washes, wind, or vibrations while driving.

The surface of BMW OE emblems is designed to maintain the legibility of the logo and the appropriate depth of colors, which translates into an aesthetic appearance of the car's front after replacing a worn or damaged badge.

Condition, application, and benefits of replacement

The offered emblem is a used part, making it an economical solution while maintaining the original BMW specification. It works well both as a replacement for a worn badge and during bodywork and paint repairs when it is necessary to restore the complete look of the hood after a repair.

Replacing hood emblems is often one of the simplest ways to visually refresh a vehicle – a new badge improves the perception of the car's front, highlights the brand, and restores stylistic consistency with other body elements.

Installation and practical aspects

Due to its factory origin from the BMW OE line, the emblem is intended for installation in place of the original badge, without the need for hood modifications or the use of non-standard solutions. In practice, this comes down to removing the old element and seating the new one in the existing mounting holes.

Before installation, it is recommended to thoroughly clean the hood surface in the mounting area to ensure proper adhesion and avoid tension resulting from dirt or remnants of old sealant. This approach increases the durability of the connection and reduces the risk of looseness during operation.

Expanding your BMW visual upgrade

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional logos, model designations, or decorative trim, check out the available parts in the BMW Emblems and Ornaments category.

When planning broader renovation or modernization work, it is also worth reaching for specialized technical materials and service guides that help plan the scope of activities and avoid common installation errors – for example, those described in the article The second life of the Mercedes OM642 engine – how injectors and a turbocharger restore the power of the 3.0 V6 CDI, where the approach to comprehensively refreshing key components is discussed.