BMW 3 Series E90 LCI Flap Towing Front Bumper Schwarz 2 Black 7143746

BMW 3 Series E90 LCI Flap Towing Front Bumper Schwarz 2 Black in Schwarz 2 - 668 color is an original body component designed for installation in the front bumper area. It provides an aesthetic finish to the towing eye opening while helping to maintain a consistent look for the painted surfaces in the facelifted 3 Series models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036841-SCH
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036841
• Substitutable numbers: 51110036841, 0036841, 51117143746, 7143746
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The described flap is dedicated to the front bumper of the BMW 3 Series E90 after the facelift (LCI), specifically for the towing eye mounting point. Its purpose is to cover the towing eye socket from dirt and to complete the bumper line so that the opening is not visible during daily use.

The component is mounted in the front zone of the vehicle, which is important for both aerodynamics and the visual consistency of the car's front end. Thanks to its precise fit to the bumper shape, the flap does not protrude and does not disrupt the factory body geometry.

Color and visual fit

The flap is finished in the factory Schwarz 2 - 668 shade, used in original BMW paints. This allows for maintaining a uniform color scheme on the front of the vehicle without the need for additional color matching to the rest of the body elements in the same color.

For users who care about visual consistency, it is important that using the original shade facilitates integration with other painted panels, which translates into a tidy, factory-like appearance of the bumper after installation.

Installation characteristics

The towing eye flap is a body component designed as part of the bumper system, which is why its shape and mounting method are adapted to the factory BMW solution. This makes it easy to replace a damaged or missing flap without the need for bumper modifications.

As a component from the front body group, the flap works with the existing bumper structure, which allows for maintaining the correct fit of lines and gaps between individual panels.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The offered component is in used condition, which is a beneficial solution for users looking for original BMW components at a reasonable price. Parts of this type often fit the actual visual condition of the vehicle better than new replacements, especially in the case of cars used on a daily basis.

Using an original, used flap allows you to maintain compliance with the factory body specification while reducing the costs of repair or replacing a missing element in the front bumper.

Integration with other BMW components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, fillers, or small mounting parts, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For drivers interested in comparing technical solutions used in different brands and models, including sports versions, an article describing the differences in the construction of engines, brakes, and chassis may be helpful – you can find details in the post Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.

Summary

BMW 3 Series E90 LCI Flap Towing Front Bumper Schwarz 2 Black in Schwarz 2 - 668 color is a practical body component that restores the aesthetics and completeness of the front of the vehicle. Thanks to its fit to the factory bumper and the use of the original paint shade, it is a functional and visually consistent solution when replacing a missing or damaged flap.