Rear Bumper Cover BMW F10 Flap Towing Eye Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 7184784

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Rear Bumper Cover BMW F10 Flap Towing Eye Imperial Blue Metallic is a precisely fitted body component designed for the rear bumper of the 5 Series F10 models. It maintains a consistent look for the rear bodywork, providing an aesthetic cover for the towing eye opening in the elegant Imperial Blue Metallic – A89 color. This is a practical solution for users who want to restore the factory look of the bumper after damage or loss of the original cover.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2182411-IBB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2182411
• Substitutable numbers: 51112182411, 2182411, 51127184784, 7184784
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Imperial Blue Metallic - A89
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The rear towing eye cover for the BMW F10 is responsible for covering the towing socket in the bumper, ensuring it remains invisible and protected from dirt during daily use. The component is mounted in the rear part of the vehicle and integrates with the bumper structure, creating a uniform surface without unsightly gaps.

Using a dedicated cover instead of universal replacements allows for maintaining the correct fit with the bumper line, which is important for both visual and functional reasons – it reduces the risk of the component falling out during operation and minimizes the ingress of dirt into the towing socket.

Color and paint matching

The presented cover is finished in the original Imperial Blue Metallic – A89 shade, characteristic of many BMW 5 Series F10 units. This makes it possible to maintain color consistency with the rear bumper without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle has the same paint code.

Selecting a component in the correct color reduces the time required for visual repairs and allows for quick restoration of the bodywork aesthetics after a collision, bumper replacement, or loss of the factory cover. This solution is particularly beneficial for spot repairs where precise color and paint structure matching is essential.

Technical characteristics and installation

The cover has been designed as a component dedicated to the rear bodywork of the BMW F10, which translates into a proper fit with the factory bumper. The design provides for installation in the location intended by the manufacturer, using the original mounting points in the bumper.

As a part from the Doors and door panels group, the component meets the quality standards applied to original BMW body components. This allows for maintaining a uniform body line and correct transitions between individual sheet metal and plastic panels.

Condition of the component and service application

The offered cover is a used component, which makes it an attractive service solution for users looking for parts of factory origin at a more favorable price than new components. Such elements are often chosen for post-accident repairs, visual renovations, and restoring the completeness of the bodywork after previous interventions.

In practice, the installation of the cover comes down to seating it in the prepared opening of the rear bumper, while maintaining the correct direction and position. A properly selected component allows for the quick completion of body and paint work without the need for shape adjustments or mounting corrections.

Integration with other BMW body components

The rear towing eye cover works with the bumper structure and other body panels, influencing the visual consistency of the rear of the vehicle. Replacing a missing or damaged component is important not only from an aesthetic point of view but also for protecting the towing socket from corrosion and dirt.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side and sill area of your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as skins, panels, or door reinforcements, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

For users interested in a broader approach to selecting original body and service components for cars of this brand, an article describing the practical aspects of using used BMW parts may be helpful – you can find it here: BMW – sports performance and precision. How do original used parts extend the life of the Bavarian icon?.