BMW E92 E93 Hood Bonnet Front Engine Cover Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic - 381

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

BMW E92 E93 Hood Bonnet Front Engine Cover Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic is an original body component designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. Thanks to the factory paint in the Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic shade, it provides a seamless complement to the body lines and facilitates color matching during post-accident repairs or restoration. It is a practical solution for users who expect a solid, well-fitted hood while maintaining the characteristic styling of the E92/E93 series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7168514-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7168514
• Substitutable numbers: 41617168514, 7168514
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW E92/E93

The presented hood belongs to the Hoods category and is structurally prepared for installation in the front body section of the BMW E92 and E93 series. The panel geometry, creases, and edge lines are adapted to factory mounting points, which promotes precise alignment with the fenders, bumper, and radiator grille. Such fitment reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications and shortens service time.

Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic color

The factory paint Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic is a distinctive, dynamic shade of blue with a metallic effect, often found in versions with a more sporty character. Using the original color:

• facilitates matching the component to the vehicle's existing paint coating,
• limits the scope of necessary paint work when replacing the hood,
• allows for maintaining the visual consistency of the entire body.

For many users, this is a beneficial solution for post-collision repairs, where both technical and aesthetic aspects are important.

Technical and functional characteristics

The hood has been designed as a front body component, taking into account requirements regarding rigidity, safety, and ergonomics of engine compartment access. The design provides for cooperation with factory hinges, locks, and gas struts, which allows for maintaining the standard functionality of opening and closing the engine cover. The used nature of the component means that the hood comes from dismantling, which for many users represents a favorable compromise between cost and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Application in BMW repairs and restorations

Replacing the engine hood is often necessary after mechanical damage, corrosion, or during comprehensive body restoration. Using an original BMW hood in Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic allows you to:

• restore the correct geometry of the front body section,
• maintain the factory styling line of the E92/E93 series,
• minimize the risk of problems with gap and edge alignment.

For body and paint shops as well as individual users, this is a practical base for professional repair, without the need to resort to replacements with uncertain fitment.

Complementary BMW body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or other hoods, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

For drivers interested in a broader approach to vehicle operation and maintenance, including the optimal selection of used components, a guide on engine accessories may be helpful – you can find it in the article When is it worth replacing an alternator with a used one: a practical guide for drivers, which covers the practical aspects of selecting parts from the secondary market.