BMW E92 Coupe Tailgate Boot Lid Rear Trunk Lid Sparkling Graphite Metallic

BMW E92 Coupe Tailgate Boot Lid Rear Trunk Lid Sparkling Graphite Metallic is an original body component designed for the rear section of the 3 Series coupe. Thanks to its factory paint finish in Sparkling Graphite Metallic, it provides a seamless complement to the vehicle's body lines, helping to maintain the aesthetics and geometry of the rear end. This is an ideal solution for users looking for a technically compatible, used tailgate instead of time-consuming bodywork repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7168515-SG1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7168515
• Substitutable numbers: 41617168515, 7168515
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for BMW E92 Coupe

The presented tailgate is a body component dedicated to the rear section of the BMW 3 Series E92 Coupe version. The construction corresponds to factory dimensions and mounting points, which facilitates installation in place of a damaged or corroded tailgate. Using an original component allows for maintaining proper gaps between body panels and correct alignment of the body lines.

Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 color

The factory Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 paint is a distinctive, metallic graphite shade used by BMW that harmonizes well with the coupe's silhouette. Using a tailgate in this color:

• reduces the scope of necessary paint work,
• facilitates visual matching to the existing body paint,
• allows for a faster restoration of the vehicle's rear aesthetics after a collision or corrosion.

Structural characteristics and installation

The tailgate belongs to the Tailgates and rear lids group, meaning it has been designed to withstand the loads associated with daily use – frequent opening, closing, and interaction with hinges and actuators. The component is intended for installation in the rear of the vehicle, maintaining factory mounting points and the geometry specified by the manufacturer.

The properly selected weight of the structure promotes the correct operation of hinges and actuators, and also affects the comfort of operating the tailgate during opening and closing. Using an original BMW component reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of aftermarket replacements with different geometry.

BMW brand and quality of the used component

As a BMW brand product, the tailgate was manufactured in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's factory standards. A used body component is a solution often chosen for post-accident repairs when the priority is to maintain the original structure and mounting parameters while optimizing costs. This type of component allows for a technically correct repair without the need for interference with the body structure beyond standard removal and installation.

Expanding the BMW rear body zone

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

More on reducing vehicle downtime

To better plan your body repair and reduce the time your car spends at the mechanic, it is worth learning practical tips on using a wide range of used parts from a single warehouse – this is described in detail in the article No more weeks of waiting – how a wide range of parts in one warehouse really reduces your car's downtime at the mechanic?.