BMW 3 Series E91 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Flap Black Sapphire Metallic

BMW 3 Series E91 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Flap Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic cover for the towing eye opening, restoring the bumper's cohesive appearance and improving protection of this area against dirt.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7127695-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7127695
• Substitutable numbers: 51127127695, 7127695, 51127187555, 7187555, PK
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The presented flap is dedicated to the rear bumper of the BMW 3 Series E91 estate and is mounted in the rear zone, at the location of the factory towing point. Its purpose is to cover the towing eye socket so that the bumper maintains a uniform surface, while still allowing access to the towing point after the flap is removed.

Thanks to its precise fit to the original bumper, the component allows for maintaining the correct body geometry and reduces the risk of dirt accumulation in the area of the towing hook mount.

Color and paint matching

The flap is factory-painted in the Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 shade, which allows for a visually consistent match to bodywork in the same color. The metallic paint coating provides a characteristic, deep gloss and harmonizes well with the styling line of the BMW 3 Series E91.

In the case of a vehicle body with the same paint code, the component can be installed without the need for additional painting, which shortens repair time and reduces costs associated with bumper refurbishment.

Original origin and condition

The flap comes from the BMW range and is an OE-type component, which means it retains factory dimensions, shape, and mounting method. As a used part, it is a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs or replacing missing body details, while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Original mounts and edge profiles facilitate installation in the stock bumper without the need for modifications, which is important both for professional body and paint shops and for DIY repairs.

Benefits of using the original towing eye flap

• Restoration of the rear bumper's completeness after damage or loss of the factory flap.
• Aesthetic closure of the towing eye opening, matched to the body lines of the BMW 3 Series E91.
• Metallic paint in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475, consistent with the factory BMW color palette.
• Original geometry and mounting method, facilitating quick installation in the factory location.
• Reasonable cost solution through the use of a used part while maintaining OE standards.

Compatibility within the bumper group

The component belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, which means it works with the factory construction of the BMW 3 Series E91 rear bumper. The flap is designed as an integral part of the outer bumper shell, so its use allows for maintaining proper fitment with other body components in the rear of the vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as reinforcement bars, energy absorbers, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Additional technical and operational information

For proper part selection, it is worth paying attention to manufacturer markings, catalog numbers, and interchangeable numbers – this allows for precise matching of the flap to a specific bumper version in the BMW 3 Series E91. In case of doubts regarding compatibility, verification by VIN or consultation with a service center specializing in the BMW brand is recommended.

If you are interested in a broader context of operation and repairs for cars of this brand, including the cost-effectiveness of using original used parts, it is worth reading our guide: BMW N47 timing chain – typical failure and repair using original BMW parts.