Hood Bonnet Hinge BMW U06 F45 F46 Front Right O/S Portimao Blue Metallic - C31

Hood Bonnet Hinge BMW U06 F45 F46 Front Right O/S Portimao Blue Metallic - C31 is an original body component from the Hinges, locks and other hood parts group, designed for the front right side of the vehicle. The precise mounting geometry and factory Portimao Blue Metallic – C31 paint finish ensure that the hood line and body aesthetics are maintained after repair.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9632502-POR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9632502
• Substitutable numbers: 7391034, 41007391034, 9632502, 41009632502, 7300522
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Portimao Blue Metallic - C31
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented hood hinge is a structural component responsible for the stable guidance and support of the hood in the front part of the body on the right side. It is responsible for:

• controlled opening and closing movement of the hood,
• maintaining the proper gap between the hood and the fenders and bumper,
• transferring loads resulting from hood operation and body vibrations.

Thanks to the use of an original BMW part, the proper kinematics of the hinge are preserved, which reduces the risk of stress in the hood skin and improper closing.

Portimao Blue Metallic – C31 color and installation benefits

The element is factory-finished in Portimao Blue Metallic – C31, which is significant for both aesthetic and practical reasons. In many cases, this allows for reducing or completely omitting additional paint work in the hinge area, especially when the hood and surrounding body elements have the same paint code.

The location in the front, right part of the vehicle makes it easier for technicians to clearly identify the mounting position and shortens repair time. Using an original hinge from this group ensures proper fitment with the hood and other mounting points in the body.

Original BMW part – parameters and compatibility

The hood hinge comes from the BMW OE line, which means maintaining the vehicle manufacturer's factory quality standards. The design and mounting points are consistent with the solutions used in BMW models from the U06 / F45 / F46 family, which translates into:

• secure fit to factory mounting holes,
• stable hood operation without additional adjustments beyond standard geometry,
• maintaining the original rigidity of the hood-to-body connection.

The product is used, which in practice means a favorable compromise between repair cost and maintaining the original manufacturer's specification.

Use in body and paint repairs

Replacing the hood hinge is recommended after frontal or side collisions in the front part of the vehicle, as well as in the case of deformations causing problems with closing the hood. Using an original element from this group allows you to:

• restore the correct hood line relative to the fenders and headlights,
• minimize the need for time-consuming adjustment and shimming,
• maintain color consistency in the hinge area thanks to the Portimao Blue Metallic – C31 paint.

This approach is particularly important in premium segment cars, where both assembly precision and visual continuity of the paint coating count.

Complementary BMW body elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the hood area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, hood locks, or brackets, check out the available parts in the BMW Hinges, locks and other hood parts category.

Why consider used original BMW parts

In the case of body elements for premium brands, used OEM components are increasingly chosen, allowing for the maintenance of factory quality at reasonable repair costs. If you want to better understand when it pays off to reach for used sub-assemblies and how to assess their technical condition in the context of suspension and body work, it is worth reading the article "Standard vs. sports suspension – design differences and is it worth buying used suspension parts?", which covers practical aspects of selecting used parts.

Additionally, to learn more about current trends related to the use of used originals in premium class cars, you can refer to the material "Crisis in the new parts market? Why in 2026 used originals for premium cars (BMW, Mercedes, Porsche) are the hottest trend", which discusses the advantages of such an approach in an economic and service context.