BMW F20 F21 Front Bumper Flap Towing Eye Hook Cover Cap Karmesinrot Red - A61

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 F21 Front Bumper Flap Towing Eye Hook Cover Cap Karmesinrot Red - A61 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. The cover provides an aesthetic seal for the towing eye opening, restoring the bumper's cohesive appearance and improving protection for this area. The red finish in the Karmesinrot - A61 shade ensures a uniform color line for the bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0038861-KAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0038861
• Substitutable numbers: 0038861, 51110038861, 7294035, 51117294035
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The towing eye bumper cover is designed for installation in the front body zone, at the location of the factory towing eye socket. Its purpose is to:

• protect the opening from dirt and moisture,
• maintain the continuity of the bumper surface,
• preserve the factory geometry and styling lines of the vehicle's front end.

The component comes from the BMW range, ensuring that the proper proportions, shape, and mounting method are consistent with factory solutions for the F20/F21 series.

Color and visual fit

The cover is finished in Karmesinrot - A61, which allows for a consistent match with bodywork painted in this shade. This color selection reduces the need for additional paint work and facilitates the quick replacement of a damaged component.

The precisely reproduced shape and surface profile allow for proper alignment with the bumper line, without unwanted gaps or tension at the mounting point.

Installation characteristics

The cover is prepared for installation at the factory mounting point in the front bumper. The design intended for the F20/F21 series allows for:

• installation in place of the original cover without interfering with the bumper structure,
• maintaining the functionality of the towing eye socket after removing the component,
• stable seating in the opening thanks to the factory clip system.

This type of solution is particularly useful after body and paint repairs or bumper replacement, when it is necessary to replace a missing masking component.

Condition and service application

The component is offered as a used part, which is a cost-effective solution for maintenance repairs and restoring the vehicle to a near-factory condition without incurring the costs of new components. This type of cover is suitable both for replacing a damaged part after a collision and for completing missing body details.

Expanding repairs within the bumper area

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

Technical knowledge and part selection

When selecting body components, it is worth following the compatibility with the specific series and generation of the vehicle, as well as the mounting parameters provided by the manufacturer. In the case of more advanced modifications or comparisons between different model lines, technical materials and structural analyses can be helpful – for example, the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis? shows how differences in construction affect component selection and vehicle characteristics.