Genuine BMW 1 Series 1 E81 E87 Trunk lid Tailgate Boot Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blu

Genuine BMW 1 Series 1 E81 E87 Trunk lid Tailgate Boot Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blu is an original body component from the Trunk lids and tailgates group, designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. The bare tailgate structure provides a solid base for transferring accessories from the existing component, which facilitates precise body repair and maintains factory geometry. The paint in the Tiefseeblau Metallic A76 shade allows for a consistent match with the vehicle's original color scheme.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7133898-DSB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7133898
• Substitutable numbers: 41627133898, 7133898, 41624391291, 4391291
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for BMW E81 / E87

The presented tailgate is designed for installation at the rear of the BMW 1 Series E81 and E87 body, ensuring proper alignment with the roof line, fenders, and bumper. The construction corresponds to factory dimensions and mounting points, which facilitates bodywork and subsequent gap adjustment. As a result, this component is well-suited for post-accident repairs, replacing a corroded tailgate, or for body reconstruction in workshop conditions.

Tailgate construction characteristics

A bare tailgate means it is a rigid, load-bearing structure without additional accessories such as the lock, wiring harness, glass, or upholstery elements. This allows for:

• easy transfer of equipment from the previous tailgate,
• precise preparation of the component for painting or polishing,
• inspection of the sheet metal and edges for further processing.

This configuration is particularly beneficial for body and paint shops that want to retain the vehicle's original equipment while replacing the tailgate structure itself.

Tiefseeblau Metallic A76 color – practical advantages

The tailgate is finished in Tiefseeblau Metallic A76, characteristic of selected BMW configurations. The metallic shade makes it easier to match the existing vehicle paintwork, especially when other body elements are in good condition. In many cases, this allows for limiting the scope of painting to just the tailgate or minor blending of adjacent panels, which translates into time and material savings during the repair process.

Placement on the vehicle and role in body structure

The component is intended for installation at the rear of the vehicle, where it is responsible for closing the luggage compartment and working with seals, hinges, and the lock. A correctly selected tailgate affects:

• the rigidity of the rear body section,
• proper seal adhesion and reduction of noise inside the cabin,
• trouble-free operation of the trunk opening and closing mechanism.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, it is possible to achieve even gaps and correct alignment of surfaces relative to adjacent body panels.

Used condition and application in repairs

The tailgate comes from the secondary market, making it an attractive solution for optimizing body repair costs. A used component of this class allows for maintaining high construction quality while reducing expenses compared to a new part. This type of component is particularly valued in professional workshops that combine an economical approach with attention to compliance with factory BMW solutions.

BMW trunk lids and tailgates – expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or additional panels, check out the available parts in the BMW trunk lids and tailgates category.

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