BMW E61 Touring Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Left Hinge N/S Spacegrau Space Grey A52

BMW E61 Touring Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Left Hinge N/S Spacegrau Space Grey is an original body component designed for the tailgate of the estate version. Thanks to its factory-fit design and Space Grey (Spacegrau Metallic) color match, this part allows for a precise replacement of a damaged hinge without interfering with the tailgate geometry. It is an ideal solution for users who expect consistent appearance and proper tailgate operation after repair.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7061383-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7210667
• Substitutable numbers: 7061383, 41627210667, 7210667, 41627129515 41627175299, 7129515 7175299, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented hinge is designed for the tailgate of the BMW 5 Series E61 Touring, on the left side. It is responsible for guiding and supporting the tailgate, ensuring the correct opening angle and stable closing. As a structural body component, it works in conjunction with the actuators and the tailgate lock, affecting the comfort of daily trunk use and operational safety.

Color and paint matching

The hinge is factory-painted in the Spacegrau Metallic – A52 shade, a popular BMW body color known as Space Grey. This allows for reducing or completely eliminating the need for repainting when replacing the part on a car of the same color, which shortens repair time and reduces costs. Maintaining the original paint coating also contributes to the visual consistency of the entire rear section of the body.

Installation characteristics

The left tailgate hinges in the BMW E61 Touring are designed to work with factory mounting points on the body and the tailgate itself. This means that with the correct part selection, installation is performed in existing holes without the need for structural modifications. In practice, this translates into:

• maintaining the proper opening and closing geometry of the tailgate,
• correct alignment of the tailgate edges with the fenders and bumper,
• stable cooperation with the tailgate lifting actuators.

As a used component, the hinge allows for an economical repair while maintaining the original BMW structural specifications.

Benefits of using an original hinge

Using an original tailgate hinge for the BMW E61 Touring brings a number of practical benefits. First and foremost, it ensures compatibility with the factory body structure, which minimizes the risk of improper tailgate closing, sagging, or excessive stress on the sheet metal. The appropriate color match in Spacegrau Metallic A52 allows for maintaining the aesthetics of the rear of the vehicle at a level close to factory condition, without visible differences in paint shade.

For users who want to restore full trunk functionality after a collision or due to wear and tear, this component represents a reasonable compromise between repair cost and maintaining manufacturer standards.

Compatibility and part identification

The offered hinge is an original BMW part, assigned to the specific E61 Touring body configuration. For proper identification and verification of compatibility with your vehicle, it is worth using the OEM part number and the interchangeable numbers visible in the technical specifications section. This facilitates the selection of the correct component for different equipment versions or production years.

Additionally, thanks to the Spacegrau Metallic A52 color designation, you can precisely match the hinge to the specific body paint, which is important for post-accident repairs and visual renovations.

Repair expansion and related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as hinges for the opposite side, tailgate mounts, or small structural parts, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For more extensive modernization projects, including performance and chassis improvements, the guide material describing structural differences in sports versions of cars may be helpful. In this context, it is worth reading the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers differentiate components depending on the vehicle's purpose.

Summary

BMW E61 Touring Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Left Hinge N/S Spacegrau Space Grey is a practical solution for owners of the 5 Series estate who want to restore proper tailgate operation while maintaining the original body appearance. Its original origin, compatibility with factory mounting points, and Space Grey color match make this component well-suited for both post-accident repairs and standard replacement of worn-out rear body components.