BMW E90 Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Montegoblau Montego Blue Metallic - A51

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Montegoblau Montego Blue Metallic - A51 is an original body component from the Trunk lids and rear parts category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The paint in the Montegoblau Metallic - A51 shade ensures color consistency of the bodywork and facilitates matching with the factory finish of the car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7151491-MTB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7151491
• Substitutable numbers: 41627151491, 7151491
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the trunk lid

The presented trunk lid is dedicated to the rear body section of the BMW E90 series and serves as a structural element closing the luggage compartment. It is responsible for the proper closing of the trunk, stable hinge operation, and correct sealing of the rear part of the vehicle against external conditions. Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, it ensures proper fitment with the fenders, rear bumper, and lighting.

Montegoblau Metallic - A51 color and paint aspects

The finish in Montegoblau Metallic - A51 is a characteristic metallic shade used by BMW, which harmonizes well with the body line of the E90 series. For body and paint shops, this means the possibility of limiting paint work to potential touch-ups and color matching, rather than full painting of the component from scratch. The metallic paint coating provides an aesthetic appearance and facilitates integration with other body panels in the same color.

Technical characteristics and installation

The lid belongs to the Trunk lids and rear parts group, which means it has been designed to operate in the rear body zone, taking into account the loads resulting from frequent opening and closing. The placement on the vehicle in the rear body section allows for direct installation into factory mounting points, while maintaining the original body line. The item is used, which for many users and workshops represents a beneficial compromise between cost and maintaining the manufacturer's original specification.

In practice, installation involves transferring equipment from the previous lid (such as the lock, hinges, or wiring harness – if they are not part of the offered item) and precisely adjusting the gaps relative to adjacent panels. Proper adjustment of the lid's position is crucial for correct closing, tightness, and the absence of stress in the body structure.

Application in accident repairs and restorations

The used BMW E90 trunk lid in Montegoblau Metallic - A51 color will work particularly well in accident repairs where the rear part of the body has been damaged. Using an original component from the same group allows for reducing repair time, minimizing the scope of bodywork, and facilitating the achievement of the factory look of the vehicle's rear section. This is a solution often chosen by workshops specializing in BMW repairs that prioritize maintaining a structure consistent with the manufacturer's design.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, panels, or other rear body elements, check the available parts in the BMW trunk lids and rear parts category.

Why choose an original used component

An original, used trunk lid is a solution that combines the preservation of factory construction with a more favorable cost compared to purchasing a new component. In the case of the bodywork, this is significant both in terms of safety and the subsequent resale of the vehicle – using a part consistent with the manufacturer's design makes it easier to maintain the proper geometry and rigidity of the rear part of the body.

If you want to better understand why original used body and drivetrain components are often more cost-effective than remanufacturing, it is worth reading the analysis in the article: Manual transmission failures in cars – why is an original used part a more sensible choice than remanufacturing?. Although it concerns gearboxes, the arguments presented there well illustrate the general advantages of using original used parts in professional repairs.