BMW F40 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Cover Tow Eye Flap Left N/S Space - A52 Grey

BMW F40 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Cover Tow Eye Flap Left N/S Space - A52 Grey is an original body component designed for the aesthetic and functional finishing of the vehicle's rear section. As part of the Bumper inserts and covers group, it ensures a consistent bumper appearance and protects the towing eye socket from dirt and external weather conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8077257-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8077257
• Substitutable numbers: 8077257, 51128077257
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The presented cover is dedicated to installation in the rear part of the body on the left side, in the towing eye socket area. The component acts as a technical cover that:

• closes the opening in the bumper on the left side,
• protects the towing socket from water, mud, and road salt,
• maintains a uniform bumper line, improving the visual consistency of the vehicle's rear.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific BMW F40 model, the cover works with factory mounts, which facilitates installation and ensures a stable fit in the bumper.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in Space - A52 Grey, characteristic of many BMW paint configurations. This means the cover is prepared for use in vehicles with this specific body shade, without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle has the identical paint code.

The metallic structure of the paint coating allows for consistency with other body panels, and the properly selected shade minimizes visual differences between the bumper and the towing eye cover.

Installation characteristics

The cover has been designed as a component intended for a specific location on the vehicle, which translates into:

• compatibility with the factory BMW F40 bumper in the rear left section,
• the possibility of installation in place of the original cover without structural modifications,
• maintaining the correct bumper geometry after installation.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged cover, or restoring the completeness of the bodywork after removing towing elements.

Condition and practical application

The offered component is in used condition, making it an attractive cost-effective alternative to new components while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This is a good solution in situations where the priority is restoring the completeness of the bumper and improving the appearance of the vehicle's rear at a rational budget.

The cover will prove useful both in body and paint workshops and for individual users who are independently replacing missing body elements in their BMW F40.

Complementary BMW bumper inserts and covers

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional inserts, covers, or plugs, check the available parts in the BMW bumper inserts and covers category.

Additional technical support

For users interested in a broader context of vehicle construction, diagnostics, and the selection of components related to vehicle handling, an article describing the operation of the steering and power steering system, symptoms of wear, and examples of used parts may be helpful – you can find it here: Steering and power steering system – how it works and what breaks?.