BMW X5 E53 3 Trunk Lid Bottom Lower Boot Tailgate Black Sapphire - 475

The BMW X5 E53 3 Trunk Lid Bottom Lower Boot Tailgate Black Sapphire is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle, ideal for post-accident repairs or replacing worn-out parts. Thanks to the factory Black Sapphire Metallic paint, the tailgate blends harmoniously with the body lines, maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance. It is a practical solution for users who expect solid construction, proper fitment, and an aesthetic finish in the rear luggage area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7130827-BS3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7130827
• Substitutable numbers: 41627130827, 7130827, 41627008359, 7008359
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for the BMW X5 E53

The presented BMW X5 E53 3 Trunk Lid Bottom Lower Boot Tailgate Black Sapphire has been designed as a component of the split-type rear tailgate. Its placement at the rear of the vehicle ensures full integration with the upper tailgate and factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

The part comes from the Trunk lids and rear components group, ensuring it maintains the correct geometry, body line contours, and fitment with the bumper, lights, and seals. This is particularly important for precise gap alignment and maintaining the factory look of the rear bodywork.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The tailgate is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic, which in many cases allows for limiting the scope of painting to potential spot repairs. For owners of a BMW X5 E53 in the same shade, this means:

• easier visual matching to the rest of the body,
• the possibility of shortening repair time,
• potential reduction in paintwork costs.

The metallic paint coating emphasizes the character of a premium segment vehicle, and the properly prepared surface of the tailgate provides a good base for potential refreshing or paint correction.

Structural characteristics and installation

The BMW X5 E53 3 Trunk Lid Bottom Lower Boot Tailgate Black Sapphire has been designed as a load-bearing element of the rear lid, working in conjunction with hinges, the lock, and the luggage compartment seal. The design provided by the manufacturer ensures:

• stable closing and proper guidance of the tailgate,
• adequate rigidity in the loading sill area,
• compatibility with factory mounting elements and covers.

Using an original body component allows for the preservation of the vehicle's original rear structure, which is especially important during post-collision repairs when maintaining geometry and trunk functionality is a priority.

Condition, origin, and practical application

The tailgate comes from the BMW range and is a used component, which in practice represents a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original build quality. It is a good solution for body shops and individual users who want to restore the full functionality of the rear bodywork without investing in a new part.

Thanks to the preserved factory color and construction, the lower tailgate will prove effective both during comprehensive rebuilding after damage and when replacing a single element due to corrosion or wear and tear.

Support with selection and additional resources

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as lower covers, upper tailgates, or additional trunk panels, check the available parts in the BMW Trunk lids and rear components category.

To verify the compatibility of the part with your specific vehicle version more precisely and to make better use of OEM markings, it is worth using the practical tips included in the article Guide: how to choose the right car part by VIN and OEM number, where you will find a simple step-by-step action plan.