BMW X3 E83 Front Bumper Towing Eye Flap Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 0403468

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. BMW X3 E83 Front Bumper Towing Eye Flap Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle. The paint in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade ensures color consistency with the factory body finish, and the precise fit improves the aesthetics of the bumper after repair or replacement.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0403468-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0403468
• Substitutable numbers: 51110403468, 0403468, 81113414308, 3414308
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The towing eye flap mounted at the front of the vehicle is responsible for covering the opening in the bumper where the towing eye is screwed in. A properly selected and fitted component:

• restores the continuity of the bumper surface after the towing eye is removed,
• limits the ingress of dirt into the mounting area,
• improves the visual appearance of the front of the body. Thanks to its factory shape and mountings, the flap works with the original BMW X3 E83 bumper structure, which facilitates installation and subsequent use.

Color and visual fit

The finish in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is consistent with one of the popular paints used by BMW. This allows for reducing or completely eliminating the need for additional painting, provided the condition of the coating is acceptable in relation to the rest of the body. The metallic structure of the paint ensures consistent light reflection on the bumper surface, which is important for precise visual repairs.

Installation characteristics

The flap is designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle, in the place of the factory towing eye opening. The design of the component is prepared to work with the standard mounting points in the bumper, so the installation comes down to correctly snapping and positioning the flap in the guides. Such a solution allows for the quick restoration of the bumper's completeness after previous damage or loss of the original part.

Condition and origin

The offered flap is a used component, sourced from dismantling, which allows for maintaining compliance with the factory BMW specification. This type of part is a good choice for maintenance repairs, where compatibility with the original bumper and the possibility of an economical replacement of a single element without interfering with the entire body structure are important.

Matching by numbers and additional resources

The flap has an OEM part number and replacement numbers, which facilitates precise verification of compatibility with a specific version of the BMW X3 E83. In case of doubts when selecting by VIN or manufacturer markings, it is worth using practical tips – a detailed description of the process can be found in the article Guide: how to choose the right car part by VIN and OEM number, which leads step-by-step through the most important stages of verification. 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 reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.