BMW 1 Series E81 E87 LCI Flap Towing Eye Rear Bumper Quarzblau Blue 7166598

BMW 1 Series E81 E87 LCI Flap Towing Eye Rear Bumper Quarzblau Blue is an original body component designed for facelift models. Thanks to its factory fitment and maintained bumper geometry, this part allows for an aesthetic and technically correct closure of the towing eye opening. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore a consistent look to the rear of the vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0036377-QB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036377
• Substitutable numbers: 51120036377, 0036377, 7166598, 51127166598
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Quarzblau Metallic - A18
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series E81/E87 LCI

The described flap is a component dedicated to the rear bumper of the BMW 1 Series E81/E87 facelift (LCI). The design is based on the manufacturer's factory specifications, which translates to a proper fit with the bumper line and correct positioning relative to the towing eye opening. Installation is carried out in the location provided by the vehicle manufacturer, without the need for body modifications.

The element is intended for installation in the rear part of the car, in the bumper area, where it serves to cover the towing eye socket. This maintains the continuity of the bumper surface while allowing quick access to the towing point after removing the flap.

Quarzblau Metallic color – A18 and visual qualities

The towing eye flap is finished in the original Quarzblau Metallic – A18 color, characteristic of selected BMW 1 Series configurations. The metallic paint ensures consistency with the factory body color palette, making it easier to maintain a uniform look for the rear bumper without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle's shade matches.

The metallic structure of the paint emphasizes the body line and allows for an aesthetic integration of the element into the bumper as a whole. For users who care about the visual consistency of the car, this is a practical service solution that allows restoring the original character of the rear of the vehicle after damage or loss of the factory flap.

Component characteristics and service application

The towing eye flap belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, which are components responsible for external protection and body aesthetics. In practice, it acts as a cover for the technological opening in the bumper, protecting it from dirt and improving the aerodynamics and appearance of the vehicle.

The product comes from the BMW brand, which means it has been designed to maintain appropriate rigidity, shape, and compatibility with factory mounts. This solution is particularly useful for:

• post-accident repairs of the rear bumper,
• replacing missing body components,
• restoring the visual completeness of the vehicle after removing or losing the flap.

Part condition and benefits of choosing an original

The offered item is used, which in practice means the possibility of obtaining an original BMW part at a more favorable price than a new replacement. With the correct selection in terms of model, body version, and color, the flap allows for quick restoration of the functionality and appearance of the rear bumper without the need for interference with the vehicle's structure.

Choosing an original component from this group primarily means:

• factory fitment to the bumper shape,
• maintaining a consistent body line,
• easier installation thanks to the mounting points provided by the manufacturer.

Expanding repairs in the BMW bumper area

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

For users interested in the broader context of using original components in premium class cars, it is worth reading the material describing how properly selected parts influence the preservation of the brand's character – more information can be found in the article Audi and emotions in their purest form – how used parts help maintain the brand's DNA.