BMW E90 E91 Front Bumper Trim Panel Complete Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

The BMW E90 Front Bumper Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle. The paint in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade ensures consistency with BMW's factory color palette, facilitating visual matching after body repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0033167-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0033167
• Substitutable numbers: 51110033167, 0033167, 7170051, 51117170051
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Function of the BMW E90 Front Bumper

The front bumper for the BMW E90 is responsible for protecting the critical components at the front of the vehicle and for the proper airflow around the body. Its placement at the front makes this element significant for both passive safety and the car's aerodynamic stability.

As part of the bodywork from the Bumpers and Reinforcements group, this component works with other structural elements at the front of the car, creating a cohesive support system and an aesthetically pleasing front end.

Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 Color and Visual Matching

The factory color Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is a popular metallic shade of black used in BMW models, allowing for an aesthetic restoration of the vehicle's front end after a collision or upgrade. The metallic paint structure provides a characteristic depth of color and good performance of the coating under varying lighting conditions.

By retaining the original shade, it's possible to limit painting work solely to potential touch-ups, which reduces repair time and makes it easier to achieve a visually consistent effect with the other body panels.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The bumper is designed as a dedicated element for BMW, which translates to proper fitting with the hood, fenders, headlights, and lower covers. The construction intended for front installation allows for correct seating on factory mounting points, without the need for intervention in the body's geometry.

As a used part, this component offers a solution for reducing repair costs while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with factory reinforcements, beams, and other front-end components of the BMW E90.

Practical Application and Benefits of Choosing a Used Bumper

Choosing a used front bumper for the BMW E90 is advantageous in situations where restoring full body functionality on a reasonable budget is a priority. This type of part is particularly suitable:

• for accident repairs, where the entire bumper needs replacement,
• during front-end reconstruction after parking damage,
• in restoration projects where maintaining the original BMW body line is important.

By retaining the factory color and being designed for front installation, the bumper allows for a technically correct and visually consistent reconstruction of the car's front end.

Related BMW Bumper Elements

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end repair and also need other body parts related to the protection and structure of the BMW front end, such as additional beams, reinforcements, or other components from the same group, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

Technical Support and Practical Knowledge

Major body repairs are often accompanied by servicing of mechanical systems, including the cooling system, which is particularly stressed during the summer season. To better plan maintenance work and optimize costs, it is worth reading the guide on the impact of high temperatures on the cooling system and the possibilities of using used components – more information can be found in the article Summer Heat vs. Cooling System: Used Radiators and Fans Guarantee Savings.