BMW 1 Series E81 E87 F20 116i Rear Trunk Lid Tailgate Adhered Emblem Lettering

BMW E81 E87 F20 F21 Emblem badge 116i is an original part from the Emblems and decorations category, designed for mounting on the rear of the body. This factory model inscription helps maintain a consistent car appearance, provides an aesthetic finish to the trunk lid, and highlights the vehicle's engine version.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7135547
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7135547
• Substitutable numbers: 51147135547, 7135547
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Emblems & Ornaments

Purpose and function of the 116i emblem

The 116i model emblem is dedicated to BMW 1 Series models of the E81, E87, F20, and F21 generations and is mounted on the rear of the vehicle. It is responsible for clear identification of the model version, maintaining the original body appearance, and consistency with the manufacturer's factory design.

As an element from the Emblems and decorations group, the badge serves both an informational and visual function – it complements the trunk lid line, improves the visual perception of the car after bodywork and painting repairs, and allows for the restoration of the vehicle's factory character after the removal or damage of the previous inscription.

Technical characteristics and installation

The emblem has been designed by the manufacturer for precise fitting to the contours and surface of the rear body. The placement of letters and numbers corresponds to BMW factory standards, which facilitates correct positioning during installation and helps avoid crookedness or incorrect spacing.

Installation is carried out on the surface of the trunk lid or rear body panel, after proper surface preparation (cleaning, degreasing, leveling). This allows for durable mounting of the emblem and an aesthetic inscription line, consistent with the original BMW design.

Condition of the part and use in repairs

The offered emblem is a used part, making it an attractive solution for accident repairs, restorations, or bringing the car back to a factory-like condition while maintaining reasonable costs. A used model inscription works well wherever precise matching with original body parts and visual consistency with other vehicle markings are crucial.

This solution is particularly useful after replacing or painting the trunk lid, when it is necessary to recreate model designations, as well as when correcting previous, non-original visual modifications.

Application in styling and maintaining vehicle value

The factory 116i emblem helps maintain the car's compliance with documentation and initial configuration, which is important for both daily use and subsequent resale. An original model inscription positively influences the car's visual appeal, reduces the impression of a "patchwork" after repairs, and supports the maintenance of the vehicle's market value.

Replacing a worn or missing emblem with an original part from the same model series is a simple way to tidy up the appearance of the rear body without the need for costly styling modifications.

Other BMW emblems and decorations

If you are also looking for other BMW Emblems and decorations for your car – such as additional model designations or body logos – check out our dedicated category: BMW emblems and decorations. This will allow you to easily assemble a set of markings tailored to a specific vehicle version.

More about used body parts

If you are considering a more extensive body repair or refresh using dismantled parts, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips on this topic. Detailed information can be found in the article: replacing body parts with used ones – can dismantled body parts look like new?, which describes how to consciously select used body components for popular brands, including BMW.