BMW E90 E91 Bonnet Front Hood Montegoblau Montego Blue Metallic - A51

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The BMW E90 E91 Front Hood Montegoblau Montego Blue Metallic A51 is an original body part from the Hoods category, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle. The Montegoblau Metallic – A51 paint shade ensures color consistency with the bodywork, and the factory design guarantees a proper fit to the car's lines. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs or front-end restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7140729-MTB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7140729
• Substitutable numbers: 41617140729, 7140729
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW E90 / E91

The presented hood is designed as a front body part for the BMW E90 and E91 series, maintaining factory contours and geometry. This ensures the hood's lines align correctly with the fenders, grille, and bumper, facilitating even panel gaps and proper front-end aerodynamics.

Its placement is at the front of the vehicle, meaning this part is responsible for both protecting the engine bay and directing airflow over the body. The hood's construction is prepared to work with factory mounting points, hinges, and the latch, simplifying installation in a workshop environment.

Montegoblau Metallic – A51 Color

The hood is finished in the Montegoblau Metallic – A51 color, characteristic of many BMW paint configurations. The metallic paint finish provides an aesthetic, deep blue hue that accentuates the hood's lines and surface contours. For owners of cars with the same paint code, this is an advantageous solution as it can reduce the scope of additional painting work.

A uniform color also aids in visual matching with other body parts such as the bumper, fenders, or pillars, which is important for comprehensive front-end repairs. When restoring or modernizing a car, maintaining the original paint shade helps preserve the cohesive appearance of the entire vehicle.

Characteristics of a Used Part

This hood comes from the secondary market, meaning it is a used part intended for reinstallation after inspection by a workshop or painter. Such components are often chosen for economical repairs where a combination of functionality and reasonable service cost is a priority.

For body parts in the Hoods category, it is important to check the condition of the edges, mounting points, and surfaces for any necessary preparation work before installation. A used BMW hood can serve as a solid base for front-end repairs, especially when preserving the original construction and compatibility with factory components is a priority.

Application in Body Repairs

Replacing the front hood is a typical step in repairing front-end collisions or addressing advanced corrosion of the part. Using an original BMW hood in Montegoblau Metallic – A51 color helps minimize fitting and adjustment work, reducing repair time in the body and paint shop. For the owner, this means a quicker return to full operational capacity for the vehicle.

During installation, it is recommended to:

• verify the vehicle's front-end geometry before attaching the hood,
• check its interaction with the latch and hinges,
• adjust the gaps relative to the fenders and bumper,
• assess the paint finish for any necessary touch-ups.

Complementing the Offer and Maintenance Tips

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end repair for your BMW and need other body parts from the same group, such as additional hoods for different engine versions or body variants, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

When planning body repairs or a major service, it's worth considering which components in your car are most frequently subject to wear and when it's cost-effective to replace them preventatively – you can find practical tips in the article TOP 10 Most Frequently Replaced Parts in Your Car.