BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Right O/S Engine Hood Hinge Amethystgrau Grey 7008728

The BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Right O/S Engine Hood Hinge in Amethystgrau Metallic A09 is an original body component designed for facelift models. It ensures stable hood operation, correct opening geometry, and color consistency with the factory BMW body paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7008728-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7008728
• Substitutable numbers: 41627111407, 7111407, 416171202758, 7120275
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Amethystgrau Metallic - A09
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented right engine hood hinge for BMW 5 Series E60/E61 LCI is responsible for the precise guidance of the engine hood during opening and closing. A properly selected hinge is crucial for:

• maintaining the correct gap between the hood, fenders, and bumper,
• stable support of the hood throughout its entire range of motion,
• preserving the factory body lines after bodywork repairs.

The placement on the right side of the vehicle allows for the use of the component exactly in the area where the original hinge has been damaged or worn out.

Amethystgrau Metallic A09 color

The hinge is factory-finished in the Amethystgrau Metallic A09 shade, which facilitates matching it to a body painted in the same color. Thanks to this:

• you reduce the scope of additional painting work,
• you maintain visual consistency of the engine bay and hood edges,
• you minimize the risk of shade differences in the mounting area.

Installation characteristics

The original hinge design is prepared for installation at the factory mounting points of the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 LCI. The properly selected geometry and mounting spacing allow for:

• precise adjustment of the hood position relative to the body,
• compatibility with factory hood struts and locks,
• maintaining the connection rigidity specified by the manufacturer.

The item in used condition is an economical solution for accident repairs or replacing worn-out hood opening mechanism components.

Selection and compatibility

To correctly select the hinge for a specific BMW vehicle, it is worth verifying compatibility with the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers in the product's technical specification. This helps avoid installation issues and ensures that the hinge will work with the existing hood and front body components.

The product comes from the BMW group, which means maintaining factory performance parameters, appropriate rigidity, and fitment to the front body structure of the 5 Series E60/E61 after the facelift.

BMW configuration expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional brackets, mounts, or small mounting hardware, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Technical knowledge and inspiration

If you are interested in comparing technical solutions used in sports versions versus standard models, including differences in engine, brake, and chassis construction, it is worth reading the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how premium manufacturers design key vehicle systems.