BMW 3 Series E46 Bonnet Hood Grille Air Intake Vent Trim Schwarz 2 Black 668

BMW 3 Series E46 Bonnet Hood Grille Air Intake Vent Trim is an original body component from the Grilles and radiator grilles group, designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the edge of the hood and ensures proper airflow to the engine compartment, maintaining the factory styling line of the BMW. The Schwarz 2 - 668 color allows for a seamless match with the original dark-toned body paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9071567-SCH
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8208484
• Substitutable numbers: 8208484, 51139071567, 9071567, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Offset (ET):
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and function of the component

The presented BMW 3 Series E46 Bonnet Hood Grille Air Intake Vent Trim is dedicated to the BMW 3 Series E46 and is mounted in the front zone, directly on the hood. It is responsible for the orderly guidance of the airflow and the aesthetic closure of the space between the hood and the grille, which contributes to stable airflow around the radiator and engine compartment.

Thanks to a design consistent with BMW factory standards, the component maintains proper fitment with the hood and adjacent components, which reduces the risk of unwanted vibrations, noise, and leaks in the front part of the body.

Color and visual matching

The air intake is finished in Schwarz 2 - 668, characteristic of original BMW body parts in black tones. This color allows for:

• a consistent visual connection with the factory hood paint,
• maintaining the characteristic, dynamic look of the BMW 3 E46 front,
• easier integration with existing grilles and radiator covers.

The Schwarz 2 - 668 color blends well with both dark and lighter body shades, which facilitates the use of the component when replacing a single part without the need to interfere with other front components.

Installation characteristics

The BMW 3 Series E46 Bonnet Hood Grille Air Intake Vent Trim is intended for installation in the Front position, in accordance with the factory body layout of the BMW 3 Series E46. The design of the component allows for:

• maintaining the original geometry of the hood and grille lines,
• proper airflow guidance towards the radiator,
• maintaining the factory look of the vehicle's front after repair or replacement.

As a part from the Grilles and radiator grilles group, the air intake works with other front elements, creating a uniform, functional air intake zone.

Condition and practical application

The component comes from the original BMW production line, which promotes maintaining proper fitment to the hood and other body components. The used nature of the part makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications.

The BMW 3 Series E46 Bonnet Hood Grille Air Intake Vent Trim will work well both for post-accident repairs and for replacing worn or damaged front components, when the priority is to maintain the original look and functionality of the BMW 3 E46 front.

Expanding the BMW front zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional intakes, moldings, or hood frames, check out the available parts in the BMW Grilles and radiator grilles category.

New or used – how to choose the right component?

When choosing body components for a BMW, it is worth consciously comparing the advantages of new and used OEM parts, especially in terms of build quality, durability, and repair cost-effectiveness. If you want to better understand the differences between these solutions and match the service strategy to your car, take a look at the article New or used? A comparison of costs and quality of car parts.