BMW E60 Rear Trunk Boot Tailgate Hinge Right O/S Le Mans Blau - 381 7034246

BMW E60 Rear Trunk Boot Tailgate Hinge Right O/S Le Mans Blau is an original body component designed for the rear section of the vehicle. Thanks to its precise fit to the BMW design, it ensures stable operation of the tailgate, correct geometry, and aesthetic alignment with the body paint in the Le Mans Blau Metallic – 381 shade. This is a practical solution for both accident repairs and replacing a worn hinge in a daily-driven vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7034246-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7034246
• Substitutable numbers: 41627111388, 7111388, 41627116780, 7116780, 7034246
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the component

The presented hinge is designed for installation in the rear, right side of the BMW E60 trunk lid. It is responsible for guiding and supporting the trunk lid, as well as maintaining the correct position of the lid relative to the fenders, bumper, and taillights. A properly selected hinge reduces stress on the sheet metal, minimizes the risk of edge rubbing, and facilitates precise adjustment of the gaps between body panels.

Le Mans Blau Metallic – 381 color

The component is factory-painted in the Le Mans Blau Metallic – 381 shade, characteristic of sport-styled BMW models. This allows for minimizing or completely avoiding the need for painting during body repairs, provided the condition of the paintwork on the vehicle is similar. It is a practical solution when replacing a single hinge after mechanical damage or corrosion.

Use in body repairs

The right trunk lid hinge is particularly useful in situations where:

• the trunk lid does not close properly or drops unevenly,
• there are unnatural gaps between the lid and the fenders,
• mechanical damage to the hinge has occurred as a result of a collision or overload,
• it is necessary to replace the component with an original one that complies with the factory BMW specification.

Choosing an original hinge from the same model group facilitates the work of the body shop and painter, shortens repair time, and allows for maintaining visual consistency of the rear body section.

Characteristics of the used product

The offered hinge comes from the Trunk lids and rear parts category and is a used component, which allows for an economical repair while maintaining the original BMW construction. This type of part is particularly valued for repairs of vehicles used on a daily basis, where reasonable service costs are important while maintaining proper functionality and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Compatibility and identification

The hinge has been designed as an OEM component for BMW, ensuring it fits factory mounting holes and works with the original trunk lid. The part has a dedicated OEM number and associated replacement numbers, which facilitates clear identification in catalogs and comparison with the component removed from the vehicle. When selecting, it is worth paying attention to the mounting side (rear, right) and color compatibility if you want to limit painting work.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as hinges, mounts, or complete trunk lids, check the available parts in the BMW Trunk lids and rear parts category.

For users who are simultaneously servicing the drivetrain and want to consciously select components, a guide describing diagnostics and the selection of clutch and dual-mass flywheel components may be helpful – you can find it in the article Clutch and dual-mass flywheel – diagnostics and selection of drivetrain parts.

Summary

BMW E60 Rear Trunk Boot Tailgate Hinge Right O/S Le Mans Blau is a practical choice for rear body repairs when compliance with the factory construction and paint is important. Its original origin, fitment to the specific side of the vehicle, and paint in the dedicated color allow for a technically correct, aesthetic, and cost-effective repair.