Bmw E90 Rear Towing Eye Cover Trim Hook Panel Flap Black Sapphire - 475 7202673

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Bmw E90 Rear Towing Eye Cover Trim Hook Panel Flap Black Sapphire is an original, used rear bumper towing eye cover designed for BMW 3 Series E90 models. Finished in Black Sapphire Metallic, this component allows for an aesthetic closure of the towing eye opening, maintaining a cohesive look for the rear bodywork and the factory lines of the bumper.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7202673-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7202673
• Substitutable numbers: 7202673, 51127202673
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The described towing eye cover is part of the Bumpers and reinforcements group, mounted in the rear area of the vehicle. Its purpose is to cover the towing hitch socket so that the bumper maintains surface continuity, and the opening is not exposed to dirt and external factors.

Thanks to its precise fit to the BMW E90 bumper lines, the component helps maintain the factory geometry of the rear bodywork, which is important both visually and practically – it limits the accumulation of dirt in the area of the hitch mount.

Color and visual fit

The cover is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, characteristic of premium BMW paints. The proper surface profiling and color compatibility with the factory paint palette allow for seamless integration of the component into the rear bumper, without the effect of an "out of place" detail.

Choosing the right color for this part of the vehicle is not only aesthetically important but also practical – it eliminates the need for additional painting and facilitates quick replacement of a damaged or missing cover.

Vehicle placement and mounting aspects

The component is designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle, in the towing eye area. The design of the cover is prepared to work with the factory mount in the BMW E90 bumper, which promotes proper fitment and stable seating in the socket.

Using an original BMW component helps maintain the correct geometry of the bumper and minimizes the risk of looseness, protruding edges, or problems with opening and closing the flap during operation.

Product characteristics and application

The offered cover is a used part, which in practice means a beneficial combination of original origin and an attractive price compared to new components. For BMW E90 owners, this is a reasonable solution for post-accident repairs, filling gaps after hitch removal, or when restoring the rear bodywork.

Choosing an original component from this group allows for maintaining material and structural consistency of the bumper, which is important for further body and paint work as well as any potential future repairs in the rear area of the vehicle.

Repair expansion and selection of related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

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Summary

Bmw E90 Rear Towing Eye Cover Trim Hook Panel Flap Black Sapphire is a practical, original rear bumper towing eye cover in the correct BMW paint color. It enables aesthetic closure of the rear bodywork, maintains a cohesive bumper appearance, and provides proper protection for the hitch socket, serving as a functional addition to repairs and renovations in the rear area of the vehicle.