BMW X3 F25 Door Hinge Rear Left Upper N/S Vermilionrot Red Metallic A82

BMW X3 F25 Door Hinge Rear Left Upper N/S Vermilionrot Red Metallic A82 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for precise installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. This used OEM part ensures factory-spec fitment, maintaining proper door opening and closing geometry as well as color consistency with the Vermilionrot Metallic paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7160823-VER
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7160823
• Substitutable numbers: 7160823, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Vermilionrot Metallic - A82
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function in the BMW X3 F25 body

The presented hinge is dedicated to the rear left side of the BMW X3 F25 body and is responsible for the stable guidance of the door along the vertical and horizontal axes. The upper mounting point at this location bears a significant portion of the load during opening, closing, and holding the door in a set position, which is why using an OEM component is crucial for maintaining the proper structural rigidity.

The original hinge works with factory mounting points on the pillar and within the door structure, which reduces the risk of improper fitment, edge rubbing, or excessive seal wear. This makes it possible to maintain the correct body lines and even gaps between the door, the fender, and the sill.

Vermilionrot Metallic A82 color and paint aspects

The component is factory-painted in the Vermilionrot Metallic A82 shade, which allows for the continuity of the paint coating in the hinge area. In the case of body repairs in this color, using a pre-painted hinge limits the scope of additional paint work in hard-to-reach areas, such as door edges and pillar cavities.

The Vermilionrot Metallic A82 color is a characteristic metallic shade used by BMW, so using an original component in the same paint facilitates maintaining a consistent aesthetic of the entire body, especially during post-collision repairs or door replacements.

Benefits of using an original used hinge

Choosing a used, original rear left upper hinge for the BMW X3 F25 allows you to combine cost control with the preservation of the factory body structure. The OEM component ensures:

• compatibility with factory mounting geometry in the door and pillar,
• proper door operation without excessive play or resistance,
• maintenance of the correct door position relative to the body,
• color consistency in Vermilionrot Metallic A82 paint in the hinge area.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, door fitment corrections, or replacing a damaged hinge when the goal is to preserve the original construction and limit interference with the bodywork.

Application in door zone repairs and upgrades

The upper rear left door hinge has a direct impact on vehicle comfort – from the smoothness of opening, through the absence of rattling, to proper door latching. In the event of wear, deformation after a collision, or adjustment issues, replacing it with an original component from the same model series is a technically sound solution that restores the proper operation of the entire door module.

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

Additional information and support for selecting used parts

When working with older BMW X3 F25 models, using dismantled parts is often the most rational solution, especially when the availability of new components through authorized channels is limited. To better plan your repair and make informed use of the secondary market, it is worth checking out practical tips on selecting and verifying such components – this is described in more detail in the article No parts at the dealership? How to handle repairs of older models using dismantled parts.