BMW 1 F20 F21 1 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Karmesinrot Crimson Red - A61

BMW 1 F20 F21 1 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Karmesinrot Crimson Red - A61 is an original body component designed for the rear section of the 1 Series. Thanks to its factory origin, it ensures precise fitment to the body lines, maintaining stylistic consistency and the correct geometry of the vehicle's rear. This used original BMW part allows for an economical yet technically correct repair of the rear body zone.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7305470-KAR1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7305470
• Substitutable numbers: 41007305470, 7305470
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The presented tailgate is dedicated to BMW 1 Series F20/F21 models, mounted in the rear of the body. The design, based on the original BMW blueprint, guarantees the maintenance of proper assembly gaps and compatibility with original hinges, locks, and equipment installations intended for the specific model.

The component belongs to the Doors and body panels category, meaning it is an integral part of the body structure responsible for rigidity, passive safety, and the correct alignment of the body lines in the rear zone of the vehicle.

Color and paintwork aspect

The tailgate is factory-painted in the Karmesinrot – A61 shade, characteristic of the BMW palette. For many users, this means the possibility of installation without the need for immediate repainting, especially if the vehicle has the same paint code. In the case of a full body restoration, this color also serves as a convenient reference point for the painter when matching the shade and coating structure.

The original BMW paint ensures the correct layer thickness, compatibility with factory primers, and appropriate resistance to operational conditions, which is important for long-term vehicle use after repair.

Characteristics of the used component

The tailgate comes from disassembly, which allows for the preservation of the original geometry and sheet metal structure in accordance with BMW's factory specifications. A used body component is a good solution in situations where the priority is a technically correct repair at controlled costs, while maintaining original manufacturing quality.

Choosing an original, used tailgate instead of a replacement part reduces the risk of problems with fitment, lock adjustment, or alignment with the taillights and bumper, which translates into shorter bodywork and assembly time.

Application in body repairs

The tailgate in Karmesinrot – A61 will prove particularly useful in the case of:

• post-accident repairs of the rear body section,
• replacing a component due to corrosion or mechanical damage,
• restoring the vehicle to a state close to factory condition after local bodywork repairs.

By maintaining the original body structure, it is possible to ensure the proper operation of the lock, actuators, and other components mounted within the tailgate, which is important for both user comfort and trunk sealing.

Expanding BMW rear zone repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as skins, panels, or additional body parts, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and body panels category.

Technical support and vehicle development

For larger body and interior modernization projects, it is also worth considering improving the ergonomics of the driver's area. When choosing more advanced solutions, such as sports or premium steering wheels, the article describing when upgrading to a higher-class model makes real technical and practical sense may be helpful: Personalization and ergonomics – when is it worth replacing the steering wheel with a premium model?.