Hood Bonnet BMW E92 E93 LCI Front Lid Panel Bluewater Metallic - 896

Visual condition of the part

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

Hood Bonnet BMW E92 E93 LCI Front Lid Panel Bluewater Metallic is an original engine hood panel designed for front body mounting. The LCI series component ensures stylistic compatibility with the facelifted version of the body, and the factory Bluewater Metallic – 896 paint allows for maintaining a consistent body appearance without interfering with the BMW design line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7263070-WB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 41007263070
• Substitutable numbers: 41007268905, 41007263070
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented hood belongs to the Hoods category and was designed as a front body component for the BMW 3 Series E92/E93 after the facelift (LCI). Its placement in the front zone of the vehicle means it is responsible for both protecting the engine compartment and correctly maintaining the front lines of the car, including alignment with the fenders, kidney grilles, and bumper.

The original construction ensures proper mounting points, embossing geometry, and compatibility with factory locks, hinges, and seals, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Technical and visual characteristics

The hood has been factory-prepared for operation in the front body zone, maintaining appropriate rigidity and load distribution under operational stresses. The panel design is optimized for:

• proper airflow guidance over the engine compartment,
• maintaining stable gaps between body elements,
• providing space for factory seals and soundproofing.

The Bluewater Metallic – 896 color is a distinctive metallic shade from the BMW palette, which emphasizes the coupe/convertible line of the E92/E93. Thanks to this, the hood fits well into the vehicle's original paint configuration, which may limit the scope of any necessary paint work after installation.

Condition of the item and benefits of choosing a used part

The hood is offered as a used part, which in practice means real savings compared to a new panel while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. For many BMW users, choosing an original component from the secondary market is a reasonable compromise between costs and the quality of fitment and durability.

A used OEM hood usually retains factory geometry better than low-budget replacements, which translates into easier gap adjustment, correct closing, and reduced stress in the mounting zone. This is particularly important in the case of precisely designed coupe and convertible bodies.

Application in body repairs and upgrades

This engine hood panel will work well both for post-accident repairs and for replacing a worn or corroded hood. It can be used in:

• standard front collision repair,
• restoring the car's original appearance after unprofessional modifications,
• upgrading the body to the LCI version in the case of an earlier configuration.

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 additional hood panels, reinforcements, or supplementary covers, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

Additional information and technical support

When selecting used body parts, it is crucial to pay attention to the compatibility of the generation, body version, and facelift specification. In case of doubt, it is worth consulting an experienced bodywork specialist or painter to properly plan the installation and any finishing work.

If you are interested in the broader context of the cost-effectiveness of using original used parts instead of refurbished ones, you will find practical tips in the article: Manual transmission failures – why an original used part is a more reasonable choice than refurbishment. Although it concerns a different group of components, it well illustrates the logic of choosing original components from the secondary market.