BMW 1 Series E87 Rear Bumper Flap Towing Eye Monacoblau Metallic Blue 7117625

The Rear Bumper Tow Hook Cover for BMW 1 Series E87 in Monacoblau Metallic A35 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements group, designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic closure for the tow hitch opening, restoring the bumper's cohesive appearance and factory paint line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7117625-MB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7117625
• Substitutable numbers: 51120032634, 0032634, 51127117625, 7117625, AS
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Monacoblau Metallic - A35
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Function of the Part

The rear bumper cover is responsible for shielding the tow hitch socket, allowing the bumper to maintain a uniform surface and better protecting the structure from dirt. Its placement in the rear body zone makes this element significant both visually and practically – it limits the ingress of water, road salt, and minor contaminants into the bumper's interior.

As an original BMW part, the cover is designed for specific mountings in the 1 Series E87 bumper, which facilitates installation and ensures factory-level fitment with other body components.

Color and Paint Matching

The part is finished in the Monacoblau Metallic A35 shade, characteristic of BMW's paint palette. This allows the cover to be a cohesive complement to a rear bumper in the same color, without the need for immediate repainting. In case of restoration or post-accident repair, it allows for a quick restoration of the rear of the vehicle's aesthetics, minimizing visual discrepancies within the bumper.

The metallic finish harmonizes well with the 1 Series E87 body line, emphasizing the model's distinctive styling and preserving the vehicle's original appearance.

Mounting Characteristics

The cover is intended for installation on the rear of the bumper, in the factory-designated location for the tow hitch cover. The design, tailored for the BMW 1 Series E87, allows the part to be seated in existing guides and clips without requiring bumper modifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for:

• repairs after minor collisions or parking scuffs,
• replacing a missing cover after previous tow hitch removal,
• restoring the visual completeness of the rear bumper.

As a part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, the cover works with the bumper's structure without compromising its protective properties, while simultaneously enhancing the vehicle's exterior appearance.

Condition and Benefits of Using a Used Part

The offered part is used, allowing for an economical restoration of the rear bumper's completeness while maintaining original part provenance. In many cases, a used cover in the correct color is a more advantageous solution than new, unpainted aftermarket alternatives, as it reduces the need for additional painting work.

Using an original cover in Monacoblau Metallic A35 helps maintain the visual consistency of the bodywork, while also ensuring compatibility with the factory mountings of the BMW 1 Series E87, which translates to a stable fit and secure hold in the bumper.

Expanding Rear Body Zone Repair

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper zone on your BMW and require other parts from the same group, such as reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

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