BMW 5 Series E61 Touring Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Left Hinge N/S Titangrau Grey

BMW 5 Series E61 Touring Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Left Hinge N/S Titangrau Grey in Titangrau II Metallic is an original body component designed for the tailgate of the Touring version. It ensures proper guidance and support for the tailgate, which translates into stable operation of the opening and closing mechanism and a consistent appearance of the rear bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7061383-TGR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7061383
• Substitutable numbers: 7061383, 41627210667, 7210667, 41627129515 41627175299, 7129515 7175299
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Titangrau II Metallic - A36
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented hinge is dedicated to the left side of the tailgate in the BMW 5 Series E61 Touring model. It is responsible for the precise guidance of the tailgate, keeping it aligned, and properly distributing loads during opening and closing. As a result, the tailgate operates smoothly, without unwanted play or stress on the body panels and the glass.

This component is particularly important during post-collision repairs, replacing a damaged tailgate, or restoring the full functionality of the trunk lifting mechanism in vehicles used intensively, e.g., on long routes or in fleet applications.

Titangrau II Metallic color – visual matching

The hinge is factory-finished in the Titangrau II Metallic – A36 shade, which allows for maintaining color consistency with the bodywork in this paint. In many cases, this enables installation without the need for additional painting or limits it to minimal corrections, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

Color matching is not only important for aesthetics but also for practical reasons – it reduces the risk of shade differences between body components, which is particularly visible with metallic paints on large surfaces of the rear part of the car.

Benefits of using an original hinge

Choosing an original tailgate hinge for the BMW E61 Touring brings a number of practical advantages:

• maintaining the factory mounting geometry of the tailgate and correct gaps between body components,
• compatibility with standard mounting points and other tailgate mechanism components,
• stable tailgate operation during repeated opening and closing,
• reducing the risk of premature wear of actuators and seals due to proper tailgate guidance.

Thanks to this, the repair is predictable, and the final effect is close to factory assembly, which is important both for user comfort and for maintaining the vehicle's value.

Application in the body repair process

The BMW 5 Series E61 Touring Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Left Hinge N/S Titangrau Grey is often replaced in cases of:

• mechanical damage to the tailgate (e.g., after a rear or side impact),
• operational wear manifesting as sagging or misalignment of the tailgate,
• renovation of the rear bodywork after corrosion or body and paint repairs.

A properly selected hinge facilitates setting the tailgate in the correct position, which is crucial when adjusting the lock, seals, and fitting to the fenders and bumper. This allows avoiding stress on the bodywork and leaks in the trunk area.

Used component – a practical approach to costs

The offered hinge is a used component, which represents a reasonable compromise between quality and repair cost. In the case of older BMW 5 Series E61 Touring models, using a verified used part allows for maintaining a high level of functionality while limiting expenses, especially when the repair involves several components of the rear bodywork.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as hinges, mounts, or additional brackets, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For a comparison of the characteristics of sports constructions and a better understanding of the differences in the structure and loads of body and chassis components, it is worth reading the article dedicated to RS models – you can find it here: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.