Rear Bumper Flap BMW E60 Cover Towing Eye Orientblau Orient Blue 317 7033711

Rear Bumper Flap BMW E60 Cover Towing Eye Orientblau Orient Blue 317 in Orientblau (Orient Blue 317) is a practical body component that allows you to aesthetically cover the towing eye opening and restore the cohesive look of the vehicle's rear. Its original BMW origin ensures a perfect fit with the bumper lines and compatibility with factory mounts. This used part is a sensible choice for post-accident repairs, minor visual touch-ups, and cost-effective body restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0150251-OB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0150251
• Substitutable numbers: 51120150251, 0150251, 7033711, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The presented cover is designed for installation in the rear bumper of the BMW 5 Series E60, in the place of the factory towing eye opening. Its task is to shield the towing socket from dirt and maintain the continuity of the bumper surface, which is important for both aerodynamics and the vehicle's aesthetics. Thanks to its precise profile, the element fits harmoniously into the shape of the bumper without causing stress or unnatural gaps.

Color and visual fit

The Orientblau (Orient Blue 317) color allows for a consistent match with the body paint in this shade, which reduces the need for additional painting during minor repairs. The metallic structure of the coating works well with the factory BMW paint finish, ensuring that the element does not visually stand out from the rest of the bumper after installation. In the case of restoration or paint correction, the cover provides a convenient base for further work.

Benefits of using an original BMW component

The original BMW rear bumper cover ensures:

• proper fitment with the factory bumper without the need for modifications,
• compatibility with standard clips and guides in the bumper,
• stable mounting during vehicle operation,
• preservation of the factory body line and a uniform appearance of the rear of the car.

Thanks to this, the element is particularly useful for repairs after minor parking damage, bumper replacement, or replacing missing body details. The Bumpers and reinforcements category includes exactly these types of components, which affect the completeness and functionality of the collision zone.

Characteristics of the used component

The cover comes from disassembly, which allows for lower repair costs while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. The used component is a good solution in situations where technical fit and compliance with the factory design are the priority, while the economic aspect of the repair is also important. These types of elements are often chosen when reconstructing the body after minor collisions or restoring the completeness of the bumper after previous interventions.

Mounting zone and practical application

Its location at the rear of the vehicle means that the cover has not only a visual but also a protective significance – it limits the ingress of dirt and moisture into the towing eye socket. A properly installed element helps keep this area clean and facilitates the potential use of the towing eye in emergency situations, as the opening remains covered but easily accessible after removing the flap.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, reinforcements, or additional trims, check out the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

When deciding to use components from disassembly in other vehicle systems, especially in the area of electronics, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips – the article The second life of electronics – when is it worth choosing used engine controllers, comfort modules, and parking sensors?, which discusses key aspects of selecting used components, will be helpful.