BMW 3 SERIES E90 LCi Rear Trunk Boot Lid Tailgate Bootlid Bluewater Blue - 896

BMW 3 SERIES E90 LCi Rear Trunk Boot Lid Tailgate Bootlid Bluewater Blue is an original body component from the Trunk lids and rear parts group, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Bluewater Metallic - 896 color, it provides a seamless complement to the factory BMW body styling and allows for maintaining a uniform design line after post-accident repairs or the replacement of a worn-out part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7254425-WB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7254425
• Substitutable numbers: 41627254425, 7254425
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and BMW fitment

The presented trunk lid has been designed as a rear body component for the BMW 3 Series E90 generation after the facelift (LCI), which ensures proper fitment to the body structure and factory mounting points. As a result, the installation process is straightforward, maintaining the geometry of the gaps and character lines specific to this model.

As a part from the Trunk lids and rear parts group, the lid is responsible for the proper closing of the luggage compartment, working in conjunction with the lock, hinges, license plate lighting installation, and interior trim elements (after transferring them from the previous component).

Technical characteristics and color

Its placement on the rear zone of the vehicle means that this component has both functional and visual significance. It is responsible for protecting the contents of the trunk, the tightness of the rear body section, and the stable mounting of accessories such as emblems or decorative trims (transferred from the previous lid).

The Bluewater Metallic - 896 color is an attractive, metallic shade of blue, characteristic of the BMW palette. Using the original color makes it easier to match the paint to the rest of the bodywork, limiting the scope of any potential paintwork and allowing for a consistent vehicle appearance after repair.

Condition of the component and use in repairs

The trunk lid comes from the secondary market and is offered as a used part, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original quality of BMW construction. Such components are particularly useful for post-accident repairs, correcting parking damage, or replacing corroded body panels.

In practice, installing a used trunk lid allows you to:

• restore the correct geometry of the rear body section,
• preserve the factory character of the BMW styling line,
• limit the scope of body filler and straightening of old components,
• minimize vehicle downtime in the workshop.

Benefits of using an original BMW trunk lid

Using an original BMW trunk lid translates into proper alignment with the fenders, rear bumper, and lights, which is important for both aesthetics and body tightness. A construction consistent with factory standards also facilitates the adjustment of the lock, actuators, and hinges, as well as the installation of seals and interior upholstery.

For body and paint workshops as well as individual users, this means a predictable installation process, fewer modifications, and the ability to maintain high-quality repairs within a reasonable budget.

Related BMW body components

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 lids, rear panels, or trunk covers, check out the available parts in the BMW Trunk lids and rear parts category.