BMW F01 Hood Bonnet Engine Cover Panel Aluminium Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

BMW F01 Hood Bonnet Engine Cover Panel Aluminium Black Sapphire Metallic is an aluminium front panel designed for mounting on the front of the body, ideal for post-accident repairs or front-end restoration. Thanks to its factory geometry and the preservation of the original body lines, it ensures a consistent look with other body components and proper airflow management into the engine compartment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7204514-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7204514
• Substitutable numbers: 7204514, 41617204514
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Characteristics and intended use

The presented hood belongs to the Hoods category and is dedicated to the BMW F01 series, a luxury high-class limousine. The aluminium construction of the front panel allows for a favorable stiffness-to-weight ratio, which supports proper body behavior at higher speeds and facilitates precise adjustment of gaps between body panels. The component is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle, where it is responsible for covering the engine compartment, contributing to the crumple zone, and influencing aerodynamics and acoustics. Using an original aluminium hood helps maintain factory operating parameters for locks, hinges, and actuators, as well as the correct alignment of fender and bumper lines.

Black Sapphire Metallic paint finish

The hood is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475, characteristic of many premium BMW configurations. This shade of metallic black blends well with both light and dark styling accessories, making it easy to match with the existing car configuration. For users planning a post-accident repair or partial front-end restoration, a ready-made finish in this color can reduce the scope of paint work, especially when other body elements are maintained in the same shade. In the case of a full repaint, the aluminium base of the panel promotes an even coating and stable adhesion of the paint system.

Benefits of using an original BMW hood

Using an original aluminium panel for the BMW F01 brings a number of practical technical benefits:

• factory geometry facilitating the setting of even gaps between the hood, fenders, and bumper,
• compatibility with original hinge, lock, and actuator mounting points,
• preservation of the front body stiffness designed by the manufacturer,
• visual consistency with the F01 series styling line. For body and paint shops as well as individual users, this means less fitting work, a more predictable assembly process, and easier restoration of the vehicle's factory appearance after a collision or intensive use.

Condition, origin, and practical application

The offered hood is a used original BMW component, which in practice means maintaining the factory construction and compatibility with the F01 platform. Such components are particularly valued in premium car repairs, where matching the existing body structure and compliance with the manufacturer's styling line is crucial. Choosing a used aluminium panel often allows for optimizing repair costs while maintaining a high level of quality. This is a solution frequently used both in professional service centers and by conscious users who prefer original body parts over replacements with uncertain geometry.

Repair expansion and selection of other BMW hoods

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other items from the same group, such as additional hoods, front panels, or engine covers, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

More about the trend for used originals for premium cars

To better understand why used OEM body parts for premium brands like BMW are becoming an increasingly popular choice for repairs and restorations, it is worth reading the market analysis in the article Crisis in the new parts market? Why in 2026 used originals for premium cars (BMW, Mercedes, Porsche) are the hottest trend. This will allow you to consciously approach the selection of components and optimize your car's service strategy.