BMW E60 E61 Emblem Lettering Boot Trunk Lid Logo Badge 550i 7164137

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E60 E61 Emblem Lettering Boot Trunk Lid Logo Badge 550i is an original model designation element designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle body. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures a consistent look with other body details, and using the correct emblem helps maintain the original character of the trunk lid and clear identification of the engine version. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, restoration, or returning the car to its factory-compliant state.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7164137
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7164137
• Substitutable numbers: 7164137, 51147164137
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented emblem is part of the Trunk lids and rear components group, designed for installation in the rear area of the vehicle. It is placed on the trunk lid, where it serves an informational and aesthetic function, clearly identifying the 550i version. Proper placement on the vehicle ensures the preservation of the styling lines intended by the manufacturer and correct fitment relative to the contours and other elements of the rear bodywork.

Technical characteristics and fitment

The 550i trunk lid emblem has been developed as an original BMW part, which translates into precise fitment to the painted surface and compatibility with the factory spacing of the markings. The design intended for the rear of the vehicle facilitates correct positioning during installation, and the appropriately selected shape and proportions ensure consistency with other model markings.

The element comes from the BMW segment, ensuring compliance with factory quality and styling standards. This is particularly important for vehicles where maintaining the original appearance of the body is essential, e.g., after replacing the trunk lid, painting, or reconstructing the rear of the car.

Use in repairs and restorations

This emblem is a practical choice for:

• post-accident repairs of the rear bodywork when replacing the trunk lid is necessary,
• visual restoration of the vehicle, including recreating the factory model designation,
• returning the car to its original configuration after previous styling modifications.

Using the original model designation allows for maintaining the visual consistency of the rear of the vehicle, which is significant both aesthetically and for potential resale of the car, where compliance with factory specifications is valued.

Condition of the element and benefits of choosing a used part

The offered emblem is a secondary market part, which represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the original BMW specification. Choosing a used element allows for reducing expenses while maintaining the proper shape, geometry, and fitment to the trunk lid. This solution is often preferred in professional body repair shops and by users who care about the technical correctness of the installed components.

Integration with other rear body components

The 550i emblem works visually with other components of the vehicle's rear zone, such as lighting, decorative trim, or the trunk lid handle. A correctly selected and installed element:

• emphasizes the styling line of the rear bodywork,
• ensures clear identification of the vehicle version,
• facilitates maintaining consistency with the factory BMW design.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as trunk locks, hinges, or additional decorative trim, check the available parts in the BMW Trunk lids and rear components category.

Additional information and technical support

When selecting body elements and other BMW components, it is worth using reliable technical sources and the experience of specialized service centers. In the context of operating and repairing engines, the following guide material may also be helpful – you can find more practical information about common failures and the cost-effectiveness of using original parts from the secondary market in the article BMW N47 timing chain – common failure and repair using original BMW parts.