Hood Bonnet Hinge BMW X1 E84 Left N/S Alpinweiss Alpine White - 300 2990359

Hood Bonnet Hinge BMW X1 E84 Left N/S Alpinweiss Alpine White - 300 is a precision body component designed for the front of the vehicle, responsible for stable guidance and secure opening of the hood. Thanks to its perfect fit for BMW construction and compatibility with factory mounting points, this hinge allows for maintaining proper hood geometry and even panel gaps. This used part in the original Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color facilitates aesthetic integration with the bodywork without the need for immediate painting.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2993149-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2993149
• Substitutable numbers: 41002993149, 2993149, 2990359
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function in the BMW body

The Hood Bonnet Hinge BMW X1 E84 Left N/S Alpinweiss Alpine White - 300 operates in a critical area of the front bodywork, where it is responsible for the smooth lifting and lowering of the hood and maintaining its correct position relative to the fenders and the front panel. A properly selected component minimizes the risk of the hood edges rubbing against adjacent panels, reduces stress on the sheet metal, and supports the durability of the entire front structure.

The placement on the left side of the vehicle is important from a service safety perspective – the correct hinge provides stable support for the hood during engine maintenance, which reduces the load on other mounting points.

Color matching and aesthetics

The element is finished in the factory Alpinweiss 3 - 300 shade, which is significant both visually and practically. In many cases, this allows for limiting the scope of paint work to a minimum or skipping it entirely if the body has the same paint code. Maintaining color consistency in the hood area translates into an aesthetic appearance of the car's front and facilitates future vehicle resale.

The original paint shade on the hinge also makes it easier to check for any previous repairs – differences in the structure or thickness of the coating can be helpful in assessing the vehicle's collision history.

Benefits of using an original used part

Choosing a used hood hinge for a BMW is a reasonable compromise between cost and quality. The part, sourced from the dismantling of a factory body, retains geometry consistent with the manufacturer's design, which promotes proper alignment of the hood and other panels. In practice, this means:

• stable hood guidance during opening and closing,
• reduced risk of play and rattling in the front body section,
• easier adjustment of even gaps between the hood and fenders.

A used part also helps reduce the environmental footprint of the repair – reusing body parts reduces the demand for new components and production processes.

Application in the Doors and door panels category

Although the hood hinge operates in the front of the vehicle, in terms of construction and assembly, it belongs to the body parts group categorized as Doors and door panels, where precision of fit and resistance to operational loads are key. Replacing this type of component is particularly important after frontal or side collisions when deformations occur in the hood mounting zone.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, panels, or mounts, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

Practical assembly and operational tips

When installing the hood hinge, it is worth paying attention to:

• thorough cleaning of mounting points from corrosion and old coating residue,
• checking the parallelism of the hood edges relative to the fenders after initial tightening of the bolts,
• verifying the operation of the opening mechanism for smooth movement and lack of binding.

After installation, it is recommended to open and close the hood several times and verify that there is no contact with other body elements. A properly adjusted hinge reduces the load on the hood lock and supports long-term, trouble-free vehicle operation.

For users interested in a broader context of body and engine component durability, information on the impact of engine operating temperature on the condition of components in the engine compartment may be useful – you can find more on this topic in the article Engine cooling system – overheating, repair, and used radiators.