BMW E90 E91 Front Bumper Trim Panel Complete Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 E91 Front Bumper Trim Panel Complete Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. The Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 paint finish ensures color consistency with the factory bodywork, facilitating visual alignment following body repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0033167-SG6
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0033167
• Substitutable numbers: 51110033167, 0033167, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the bumper

The front bumper for the BMW E90 series is responsible for shaping the body lines, protecting the front section of the chassis, and ensuring proper airflow around the car. Its placement in the front zone means this component influences both passive safety and the vehicle's aesthetics.

As a part from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, the product serves as a base for mounting other front-end components, such as grilles, brackets, or cover elements, ensuring stable support and proper fitment with other body panels.

Color and paint matching

The applied Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 color is a distinctive metallic graphite shade used by BMW at the factory. This allows the bumper to fit well into the styling line of E90 models in this color, limiting the scope of any necessary paint work to spot corrections or matching the shade to the condition of the paint on the car.

The metallic structure of the paint coating promotes uniform light reflection, which helps maintain a consistent appearance of the vehicle's front after repair. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a component after a collision or as part of a visual refresh of the car.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered bumper is a used part, which allows for a reasonable repair cost while maintaining the original geometry and mounting points specified by the manufacturer. This type of part is a good alternative to aftermarket replacements, especially when factory fitment with the hood, fenders, and other front-end panels is a priority.

The used BMW E90 front bumper will work well both for standard replacement after damage and for reconstructing the front of the vehicle after major bodywork, where maintaining the correct body line and mounting points is essential.

Application in body repairs

Replacing the front bumper is one of the key stages of repairing the front zone of a vehicle after a collision or intensive city use. Using an original component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group facilitates workshop work, shortens fitting time, and limits the need for additional mounting modifications.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front-end zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as beams, reinforcements, or additional covers, check out the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Why choose a used OEM bumper

The original BMW E90 front bumper ensures compliance with the manufacturer's factory standards regarding shape, mounting points, and overall geometry. As a result, installation is more efficient, and the final effect is closer to factory condition than with many aftermarket replacements.

If you are considering a wider replacement of body parts with used ones and want to learn more about the specifics of such repairs, check out the article Replacing body parts with used ones – can salvaged body parts look like new?, where we discuss the practical aspects of selecting and installing salvaged body parts for premium brands, including BMW.