BMW 1 Series E81 E87 LCI Flap Towing Eye Rear Bumper Monacoblau Blue 7166598

BMW 1 Series E81 E87 LCI Flap Towing Eye Rear Bumper Monacoblau Blue is an original component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for the rear part of the vehicle body. It provides an aesthetic cover for the towing eye opening and a consistent finish for the bumper surface in the characteristic Monacoblau Metallic color, matching the factory BMW palette.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0036377-MB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036377
• Substitutable numbers: 51120036377, 0036377, 7166598, 51127166598
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Monacoblau Metallic - A35
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The rear bumper towing eye cover has been designed specifically for the BMW 1 Series E81 / E87 LCI (facelift) models, taking into account the geometry of the factory bumper. The component is mounted in the rear zone of the body and is responsible for:

• closing the technical opening for the towing eye,
• protecting the interior of the bumper from dirt and moisture,
• maintaining the continuity of the bumper line and the visual consistency of the vehicle's rear.

Thanks to its fitment for the specific LCI bumper generation, the cover allows for restoring the vehicle's factory appearance after bodywork repairs or replacement of rear body components.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in the Monacoblau Metallic - A35 shade, characteristic of the BMW palette. This means that:

• the cover is color-matched to the bodywork in the same paint code,
• it reduces the need for additional painting while maintaining the correct condition of the coating,
• it facilitates quick replacement in case of a missing or damaged original cover.

The metallic structure of the paint ensures consistency in light reflection with other body panels, which is crucial for precise visual repairs.

Technical characteristics and assembly

The cover belongs to the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements group, which means it has been developed for the specific shape of the bumper and the mounting method provided by the manufacturer. In practice, this translates into:

• factory fitment to the opening in the rear bumper,
• maintaining the correct geometry of edges and gaps,
• the possibility of installation in place of the original cover without structural modifications.

The component is part of the original rear bumper system, therefore, once correctly seated, it does not require additional modifications or adjustments.

Product condition and service application

The offered cover is a used original BMW component, which in practice means maintaining factory geometry and compatibility with the given bumper type. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where:

• the factory cover is missing after a collision or removal of the towing hook,
• it is necessary to restore the completeness of the rear bumper,
• visual consistency and compliance with the original vehicle specification are important.

Choosing an original, used cover allows for an economical replacement of the missing element while maintaining the proper fit to the bumper and paint.

Expanding repairs in the BMW bumper area

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

For users interested in the driving characteristics of all-wheel-drive models and the impact of additional body elements on operation, an article comparing different AWD systems may be helpful – you can find it here: xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD drives from BMW, Mercedes, Audi and VW.