BMW 1 Series E87 Flap Towing Eye Front Bumper Schwarz 2 Black 7117623

The BMW 1 Series E87 Flap Towing Eye Front Bumper Schwarz 2 Black in Schwarz 2 - 668 color is an original body component that allows for an aesthetic cover of the towing eye opening in the front bumper. Thanks to its factory shape and precise profile, it ensures a consistent look for the front of the vehicle and a proper fit to the bumper line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7117623-SCH
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7117623
• Substitutable numbers: 51127117623, 7117623, 51120033977, 0033977
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The presented flap is designed for installation in the BMW 1 Series E87 front bumper, in the spot intended for the towing eye. The component serves both a protective and aesthetic function – it secures the opening against dirt accumulation and restores a consistent look to the front bodywork after towing is completed.

Its placement in the front zone makes proper fitment and stable mounting important from both a visual and functional perspective. The original geometry of the flap facilitates installation in the factory bumper socket without the need for modifications.

Color and visual fit

The component is finished in the factory Schwarz 2 - 668 color, which allows for maintaining a uniform shade of the bumper in cars painted in this code. As a result, after installation, the flap does not visually stand out from the rest of the bumper surface, and the body line remains consistent.

In the case of bodywork and paint repairs or bumper replacement, using an original flap in the correct color reduces the need for additional painting and speeds up the process of restoring the vehicle to full functionality.

Installation characteristics

The BMW 1 Series E87 Flap Towing Eye Front Bumper was designed as a component compatible with the factory mounting system in the bumper. Properly shaped clips allow the part to be seated in the designated place, which facilitates service and potential removal during future work on the vehicle.

This solution is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, bumper replacement, or replacing missing body details when maintaining the original look of the car's front is a priority.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The offered flap comes from the used body parts segment, which allows for combining reasonable cost with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. In many cases, this is a practical solution for maintenance repairs or restoring missing details when there is no need to reach for a new component.

Using an original, used part from this group allows for maintaining material and color consistency with the remaining bumper elements, while simultaneously reducing service costs compared to purchasing a new sub-assembly.

Integration with other BMW body components

The towing eye flap is part of the Bumpers and reinforcements group, responsible for the aesthetics and basic protection of the front of the vehicle. It works visually with other bumper components, such as grilles, moldings, or other covers, creating a uniform front body surface.

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

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