BMW 1 F20 F21 LCI Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW 1 F20 F21 LCI Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle. It provides a functional solution for accident repairs, replacing a corroded lid, or restoring the factory look of the vehicle's rear. Thanks to the factory paint in the Black Sapphire Metallic shade, it allows for maintaining visual consistency of the bodywork without the need for custom color modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7420695-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7420695
• Substitutable numbers: 41007420695, 7420695, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Application and fitment for BMW 1 Series F20/F21 LCI

The presented trunk lid is designed for the rear body section of the BMW 1 Series F20/F21 generation after the facelift (LCI). The design of the lid is consistent with the factory body geometry, which facilitates installation at the original hinge, actuator, and lock mounting points. Such fitment helps maintain correct gaps between body panels and limits the need for additional bodywork.

The original origin of the component translates into compatibility with factory seals, electrical harnesses, and equipment mounted in the lid (e.g., license plate lighting, opening buttons, decorative trims – if provided in the given equipment version). As a result, the lid can be used both for standard replacement and for reconstructing the rear of the vehicle after a collision.

Structural characteristics and Black Sapphire Metallic paint

The trunk lid has been designed as a structural element of the rear body, responsible for the tightness of the luggage compartment and the correct alignment of the body lines. The applied Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint is a popular, elegant metallic BMW color that hides minor dirt well and emphasizes the car's character. For paint and body shops, this means easier color matching for any touch-ups or blending of adjacent elements.

The component is prepared for installation in the rear of the vehicle, maintaining factory equipment mounting points. This facilitates the transfer of equipment from the previous lid, if it is in good condition, and shortens the time of the entire repair operation.

Practical benefits of installing a used trunk lid

Using a trunk lid in good technical condition is often a cost-effective solution compared to purchasing a new body component. It allows for reducing repair costs while maintaining the original vehicle specification. In many cases, it also enables minimizing the scope of paint work, especially when the body color matches the factory paint of the car.

Replacing the trunk lid is important not only for aesthetic reasons but also for functional ones – a correctly selected component affects the tightness of the trunk, proper closing of the lock, and the correct operation of lighting and electrical installations routed in the rear of the vehicle. This is significant from both a safety and daily comfort perspective.

BMW rear body zone – additional components and technical knowledge

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

For larger body or suspension repairs, it is also worth paying attention to the condition of components responsible for vehicle handling and driving comfort. If you want to better understand how used parts from dismantling can help reduce service costs and improve driving characteristics, check out the article Suspension knocking? Discover a clever way to restore factory handling precision without spending a fortune at the service center, which discusses a practical approach to repairs using proven used parts.

Summary

BMW 1 F20 F21 LCI Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Black Sapphire Metallic is a functional, original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle. It enables the restoration of the correct rear geometry of the car, maintaining a consistent body appearance, and reducing repair costs compared to new parts. It is a good solution for users and workshops that prioritize technically correct fitment and an aesthetic final result.