BMW X3 E83 Door Hinge Front Rear Right Upper Top Montegoblau Montego Blue A51

BMW E83 X3 Upper Right Rear Front Door Hinge is an original body part designed for the right side of the vehicle, ensuring stable operation of the door leaf both at the front and rear. The used hinge in the factory color Montegoblau Metallic - A51 allows for maintaining the visual consistency of the bodywork and the correct door mounting geometry. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, gap adjustments, or replacing a worn-out hinge on a BMW X3 E83.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3422370-MTB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3422370
• Substitutable numbers: 41003422370, 3422370, 41003404898, 3404898, 3402820, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear, Right
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Vehicle Application and Placement

The presented hinge is intended for installation on the right side of the body, with applicability in both the front and rear doors of the BMW X3 E83 generation. Its placement at the upper part of the door mounting is responsible for guiding the door leaf, maintaining the correct pivot axis, and limiting unwanted play during opening and closing.

This type of component is crucial for:

• proper door sealing against gaskets,
• maintaining the correct body line,
• ensuring comfortable, smooth door movement,
• reducing stress on other mounting points.

Color and Paint Matching

The hinge is factory finished in the shade Montegoblau Metallic - A51, which facilitates matching the bodywork in the same color without the need for additional painting in areas not visible after installation. For body repairs on the BMW X3 E83, this allows for a reduced scope of painting work and maintains the consistency of the factory finish.

For workshops and private users, this means:

• easier matching of the part to the existing paint coat,
• reduced risk of shade differences around the pillar and door edges,
• a more aesthetically pleasing final result after repair.

Characteristics of a Used Part

As a used market component, the door hinge for the BMW X3 E83 offers a reasonable compromise between repair cost and maintaining the original construction. A used component allows for recreating factory mounting points without interfering with body geometry, which is particularly important when adjusting door fitment after a collision or prolonged use.

Choosing an original used hinge also means:

• maintaining factory mounting rigidity,
• compatibility with standard bolts and mounting points,
• reduced risk of door adjustment issues after replacement.

Support for Extensive BMW Body Repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body area on your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional hinges, mounts, or brackets, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For more advanced projects involving performance or appearance enhancements using used components, a guide on safely selecting used parts may be helpful – details can be found in the article Tuning with Used Parts – How to Gain Performance Without Losing a Fortune.

Additional Materials and Technical Knowledge

Individuals interested in comparing technical solutions used in different model lines can broaden their knowledge by analyzing the design of powertrains, braking systems, and suspensions in higher-class cars. A good starting point is an article discussing the differences between sports and standard versions – you can find it here: Audi RS vs. Other Models – What Lies Under the Hood and Chassis?.