BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 F32 Front Bonnet Hood Hinge Right O/S Black Sapphire 475

BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 F32 Front Bonnet Hood Hinge Right O/S Black Sapphire 475 is an original body component designed for the precise guidance and support of the bonnet. Thanks to its factory-spec geometry and fitment to the front body structure, it ensures stable opening and closing of the bonnet as well as proper alignment of the edges with the fenders and bumper. This used part in the original Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 paint allows for color consistency in the front area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7239416-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7239416
• Substitutable numbers: 41617286344, 7286344, 41007336702, 7336702, 41617298138, 7298138, 7239416
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The presented bonnet hinge is designed for installation on the front right side of the body in selected BMW F-series models. It is responsible for guiding the bonnet along the correct trajectory, maintaining its position when closed, and providing secure support during opening. A properly selected hinge minimizes the risk of misaligned gaps, the bonnet edge rubbing against the fender, and unwanted stress on the body panels.

This component is particularly important after accident repairs or bonnet replacement, when it is necessary to restore the factory geometry of the vehicle's front and maintain the appropriate stiffness of the mounting.

Color and paint matching

The hinge is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475, which helps reduce the scope of paint work for vehicles in the same shade. The original metallic finish ensures a consistent look in the cowl area and the bonnet mounting edges, and also makes it easier to assess any signs of previous repairs.

For body shops, this means the possibility of faster installation and adjustment of the component, and for the user – a more aesthetic final result after repairing the front of the body.

Benefits of using an original hinge

Using an original bonnet hinge from disassembly brings a number of practical benefits:

• factory geometry of mountings and pivot points,
• better fit to the front body structure compared to aftermarket replacements,
• maintenance of proper bonnet operation without excessive play or resistance,
• possibility of precise adjustment of the bonnet position relative to adjacent elements.

A used, original component is also an economical solution for drivers and workshops that want to maintain high repair quality at reasonable material costs.

Condition and use in service practice

The offered bonnet hinge comes from the Bonnets category and is a used item, which makes it an attractive alternative to new parts while maintaining the factory design. It works well both for local post-collision repairs and for comprehensive rebuilding of the vehicle's front, where it is crucial to recreate the original bonnet line and even gaps.

In service practice, this type of hinge allows for efficient adjustment of the height and position of the bonnet relative to the fenders, which translates into correct aerodynamics and reduction of noise resulting from improper panel fitment.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front body area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as bonnet skins, reinforcements, or additional brackets, check the available parts in the BMW Bonnets category.

To better plan your repair budget and consciously choose parts from disassembly, it is worth reading practical tips on purchasing used parts – you will find them in the article Used parts – Your guide to the best offers in the automotive store, which discusses how to assess the condition of components and optimally select them for the vehicle's needs.