BMW 3 Series E90 Front Left Engine Bonnet Hinge N/S Sparkling Graphite 7115263

Description

BMW E90 E91 Bonnet Hinge Grey Front Left is an original body part designed for precise guiding and supporting the bonnet in the front left section of the engine bay. A used, factory hinge ensures correct opening geometry, which translates to safe bonnet usage and stable closing. The Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22 color allows for visual consistency with the bodywork in this shade, without the need for immediate repainting.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7115263-SG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7115263
• Substitutable numbers: 41617210677, 7210677, 7115263, 41618045403, 8045403, 41617131751, 7131751
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Vehicle Purpose and Function

The presented hinge operates in the front left part of the body, responsible for guiding the engine bonnet along the opening and closing axis. A correctly selected part from this area is crucial for:

• maintaining the correct bonnet position relative to the fenders and front panel,
• uniform force distribution during lifting and lowering,
• reducing stress on the bonnet panel and mounting elements,
• preserving correct body gaps and lines.

Thanks to its construction conforming to factory BMW standards, the hinge works with original mounting points, facilitating installation and subsequent adjustment.

Color and Body Fitment

The part is finished in the Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22 shade, used on many E90/E91 series models. In practice, this means that for accident repairs or replacement of a worn hinge, the scope of painting work can be reduced, especially if the vehicle has the same paint code. The hinge is prepared to work with the factory bonnet and factory mounting bolts, ensuring structural consistency of the front body section.

Benefits of Using an Original Bonnet Hinge

Using an original bonnet hinge on the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 offers a range of practical technical benefits:

• maintaining the factory bonnet opening geometry,
• secure guidance and stable closing without excessive play,
• compatibility with factory mounting points and actuators,
• reducing the risk of the bonnet rubbing against adjacent body parts.

For users who care about the proper functioning of the bonnet and the aesthetics of the vehicle’s front end, choosing such a part is a technically justified and economically rational solution.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

The hinge is a used part from disassembly, which means economical repair is possible while maintaining factory quality of workmanship. It is suitable for both accident repairs and for replacing worn or deformed hinges that cause problems with bonnet closing, uneven gaps, or improper fit to the body. By choosing this product, you receive a component consistent with BMW’s design, ready for installation after standard workshop verification.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine bonnet area on your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as the bonnet panel, reinforcements, or additional mountings, check the available parts in the BMW Bonnets category.

For those interested in the broader context of design development and solutions used in premium cars, including bodywork and service components, an article describing the changes in successive generations of flagship models may be helpful – you can find it here: Evolution of the Mercedes S-Class: from W140 to W222 – Innovations and Parts Over the Years.