BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Left N/S Engine Hood Hinge Alpinweiss 3 - 300

BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Left N/S Engine Hood Hinge Alpinweiss 3 - 300 is an original body component designed for the precise guidance and stable support of the front hood in BMW 7 Series sedans. The hinge ensures proper opening geometry, which translates into safe access to the engine compartment and correct alignment of the hood edges with the fenders and bumper. Thanks to its factory design, it is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs and professional restorations.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8240333-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7210671
• Substitutable numbers: 41617210671, 7210671, 41618240333, 8240333, 41617068513, 7068513, 41617175305, 7175305, PK
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the hood hinge

The presented hinge operates in the front part of the body on the left side, responsible for the smooth lifting and lowering of the hood and maintaining its alignment relative to the body. The structure was designed specifically for the BMW E65, E66, and E67 platform, which guarantees correct mounting points and compatibility with factory body components. Using an original solution helps reduce stress on the hood skin and minimizes the risk of misalignment during operation.

Construction, color, and fitment

The hinge is finished in Alpinweiss 3 - 300, which facilitates integration with a body in the same paint shade and limits the scope of additional paint work. Its placement on the vehicle on the left side ensures compatibility with the factory hood mounting layout and proper cooperation with the right hinge and latch. By maintaining the original geometry, the component works well with the line of the fenders, cowl, and front panel, which is essential for precise gap adjustment.

Product characteristics and service application

As a part from the Hoods group dedicated to the BMW brand, the hinge will prove useful both for local repairs after mechanical damage and for comprehensive front-end vehicle rebuilding. The used nature of the component allows for the economical restoration of factory functionality while maintaining the original design. It is a practical solution for body and paint workshops as well as services specializing in the BMW brand, where assembly repeatability and predictable part behavior during operation are essential.

Benefits of using an original hinge

Using an original hood hinge in a BMW 7 Series provides a number of practical benefits:

• Factory fitment – preserved mounting geometry facilitates installation and hood adjustment without the need for modifications.
• Stable mechanism operation – proper hood guidance reduces the load on the latch and lifting actuators.
• Visual consistency – the Alpinweiss 3 color promotes an aesthetic finish of the front zone during repairs in the same paint shade.
• Cost-effective solution – a used OEM component allows for maintaining high quality within a rational repair budget.

Support with selection and additional information

In the case of intensive front-end vehicle repairs, it is worth paying attention to the consistent operation of both hood hinges and the correct setting of the latch and catches to avoid excessive stress on the skin. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front hood zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, skins, or additional mounts, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

To better plan service work and shorten the vehicle's downtime in the workshop, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding the use of used OEM components – you will find them in the article Availability of car parts off the shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten workshop stays?.