BMW F01 Engine Hood Hinge Bonnet Left N/S Spacegrau - A52 7250805

BMW F01 Engine Hood Hinge Bonnet Left N/S Spacegrau - A52 is an original body component designed for the precise guidance and support of the engine hood. Thanks to its factory geometry and compatibility with the F01 model design, it ensures stable opening and closing of the hood while maintaining visual consistency with the Spacegrau body paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7291701-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7291701
• Substitutable numbers: 41617291701, 7291701, 7250805
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The presented hinge is mounted on the left side of the vehicle and is responsible for guiding the engine hood along the opening axis. A correctly selected component in this area is crucial for:

• maintaining the proper geometry of the engine hood relative to the fenders and the front apron,
• even load distribution when lifting and lowering the hood,
• reducing play, rattling, and unwanted stress within the front body section.

Using a dedicated hinge for the specific BMW F01 generation allows for maintaining factory panel fitment and facilitates subsequent hood adjustments after bodywork and painting repairs.

Spacegrau Metallic A52 color – benefits for body repairs

The component is finished in Spacegrau Metallic A52, which is of practical importance during post-accident repairs or partial renovations of the vehicle's front. A hinge in the same paint code as the body:

• facilitates maintaining visual consistency of the engine bay and hood edges,
• reduces the scope of additional painting work in hard-to-reach areas,
• allows for faster assessment of the hood's alignment relative to other panels.

For body shops and service centers specializing in the BMW brand, this is a convenient solution that speeds up the fitting and final adjustment process of the hood.

Installation characteristics and fitment

The hood hinge from this offer is a component from the Hoods group, designed to work with the factory construction of the BMW F01 front body section. Appropriate mounting points and the correct operating angle of the hinge arm:

• facilitate installation in place of the original component,
• ensure compatibility with the stock engine hood,
• allow for precise adjustment of height and panel gaps.

The product is used, which in practice means it has been removed from a vehicle and is intended for reinstallation after verification of its condition by the buyer or a workshop.

Why choose an original BMW F01 hood hinge

Choosing an original hood hinge for the BMW F01 helps reduce the risk of problems typical of aftermarket replacements, such as inaccurate fitment or accelerated wear at pivot points. Using the correct component in the front body section:

• increases the reliability of hood latching and improves ease of use,
• helps maintain even gaps between the hood and fenders,
• facilitates subsequent service work in the engine bay.

For users who value technical and visual consistency of the vehicle, the original hinge in Spacegrau Metallic A52 is a practical solution for post-collision repairs or hood replacement.

Part selection by OEM number and purchase support

To ensure that the hinge will be properly matched to a specific version of the BMW F01, it is worth verifying compatibility by OEM number or interchangeable numbers, as well as by the vehicle's VIN. A detailed guide describing the entire process may be helpful – you can find it in the article Guide: how to select the right car part by VIN and OEM number, where the method of verifying parameters and asking the seller the right questions is discussed step by step.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as hinges, reinforcements, or complete engine hoods, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.