BMW E61 Touring Towing Eye Flap Rear Bumper Trim Amethystgrau Metallic - A09

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E61 Touring Towing Eye Flap Rear Bumper Trim Amethystgrau Metallic - A09 is an original body component designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish for the towing eye opening, restoring the cohesive look of the bumper and maintaining the factory body lines characteristic of the 5 Series Touring.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0306984-AG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0306984
• Substitutable numbers: 51120306984, 0306984, 51127060762, 7060762
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Amethystgrau Metallic - A09
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented flap is dedicated to the rear bumper of the BMW E61 Touring model, at the towing eye mounting point. Its purpose is to:

• close the technical opening left by an unused towing hitch,
• protect the interior of the bumper from dirt and moisture,
• maintain a consistent, factory aesthetic of the rear bodywork.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific body generation, the component retains the correct geometry and contour lines, which facilitates installation and ensures proper alignment with other bumper components.

Color and visual fit

The flap is finished in the factory color Amethystgrau Metallic – A09, characteristic of selected BMW 5 Series Touring paint configurations. The metallic paint coating allows for:

• maintaining a uniform appearance of the rear bumper without visible shade differences,
• reducing the need for additional painting when the color matches the bodywork,
• aesthetically closing the body line in the towing eye area.

To maintain a high-quality visual effect, it is recommended to compare the shade with the vehicle's paint, especially in the case of cars that have been repainted or have had bodywork corrections.

Characteristics of the original BMW part

The offered component comes from the BMW line and complies with the manufacturer's factory specifications. This means that it:

• retains the original mounting geometry intended for the E61 Touring rear bumper,
• is made of material selected for flexibility and resistance to external conditions,
• fits the factory mounting system without the need for structural modifications.

As a used aftermarket part, it is a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, replacing missing components, or restoring the vehicle to its original visual configuration.

Installation and service application

The rear towing eye flap is designed for installation in the rear body area, within the bumper. In service practice, it is particularly useful in situations where:

• the original component has been mechanically damaged or lost,
• after removing the towing hitch, it is necessary to aesthetically close the opening,
• during a post-accident repair, it is required to restore the completeness of the bumper.

Due to the factory fit for the specific model, installation is intuitive for an experienced body and paint shop or a workshop specializing in the BMW brand.

Offer expansion and technical content

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area of your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, bumper fillers, or small mounting details, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For a comparison of technical solutions used in sports versions of other brands and a better understanding of the differences in drivetrain and chassis construction, it is worth reading the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which discusses, among other things, the specifics of engines, brakes, and suspension in the context of selecting spare parts.