BMW F44 Rear Bumper Tow Eye Cap Cover Alpinweiss White - 300

BMW F44 Rear Bumper Tow Eye Cap Cover Alpinweiss White - 300 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory paint finish in the Alpinweiss 3 - 300 shade, it allows for an aesthetic completion of the bumper without the need for additional color matching.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8118712-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8118712
• Substitutable numbers: 8118712, 51128118712
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The described cover is dedicated to the BMW F44 series rear bumper and is mounted in the tow eye socket. Its purpose is to cover the technical opening so as to:

• maintain a consistent appearance of the bumper surface,
• limit the ingress of dirt into the interior of the structure,
• preserve the aerodynamic line of the body.

This element is particularly important after removing the tow bar or in the case of damage to the original cover, when you want to restore the factory look of the rear of the vehicle.

Color and Alpinweiss 3 paint matching

The cover is finished in Alpinweiss 3 - 300, which ensures consistency with the factory body paint in this shade. Thanks to this:

• you avoid additional painting and associated costs,
• you minimize the risk of shade differences between the bumper and the cover,
• you maintain a uniform, aesthetic surface of the rear bumper.

Proper color matching is crucial, especially with light-colored paints, where any differences are particularly visible.

Characteristics of the original BMW part

The tow eye cover comes from the BMW range, which means it has been designed with the specific F44 model and its bumper geometry in mind. Original origin translates into:

• precise fit with the bumper line without the need for modifications,
• preservation of factory gaps and edges,
• compatibility with mounts provided by the manufacturer.

As an element from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, it supports maintaining proper protection of the rear bodywork and the aesthetics of the vehicle.

Used condition and benefits of choosing OEM

The offered cover is a used item, which allows for an economical repair while maintaining original BMW quality. In practice, this means the possibility of:

• quick replacement of a damaged or missing cover without a long wait,
• reducing costs compared to a new component,
• maintaining visual consistency with other bumper components.

If you want to better understand how the availability of used OEM parts affects repair time and service costs, it is worth reading the article Availability of car parts off the shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten workshop stays?.

Application in the BMW rear bumper area

The cover is intended for installation in the rear of the vehicle, in the bumper area where the tow eye socket is located. A correctly selected element:

• restores the complete look of the rear bumper after repair or collision,
• limits the negative impact of external factors on the bumper structure,
• allows you to maintain the original stylistic character of the BMW F44.

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

Summary

BMW F44 Rear Bumper Tow Eye Cap Cover Alpinweiss White - 300 is a practical solution for users who want to restore the factory look of the rear bodywork after damage or removal of the tow bar. Its original origin, dedicated placement in the rear zone of the vehicle, and factory paint in the Alpinweiss 3 shade make this element a functional and aesthetically matched choice for BMW F44 body repairs.